Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)
पशुपालन अवसंरचना विकास कोष (AHIDF)
Ministry / Dept: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying • Agency: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) / SIDBI
📋 Scheme Objective & Overview
Central scheme unlocking up to 90% loan financing with 3% interest subvention for establishing modern dairy processing units, milk chilling centers, meat processing plants, and animal feed factories.
💰 Key Financial Benefits & Subsidy Details
- ✓Bank finances up to 90% of total project cost for MSMEs (10% promoter equity).
- ✓3% interest rate concession per annum for 8 years.
- ✓2 years moratorium period on principal repayment.
- ✓Credit guarantee coverage up to 25% of the total loan amount.
🎯 Who is Eligible? (Eligibility Criteria)
- •Individual entrepreneurs, private companies, Section 8 companies, MSMEs, and FPOs.
- •New ventures or existing units modernizing dairy, meat, or feed manufacturing facilities.
- •Must demonstrate viable business model and backward integration with dairy farmers.
Age Requirement: 18 to 70 years.
Education Qualification: No formal educational restriction
📑 Mandatory Documents Required Checklist
Scanned PDF / Copies🚀 Step-by-Step Application Procedure
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF))
What is the maximum loan limit under Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)?
Eligible applicants can avail up to Up to 90% Bank Loan (Max ₹100 Crore) with 3% Interest Subvention in financial assistance from authorized partner banks.
How much capital subsidy is provided?
The scheme provides 3% Interest Subvention for 8 years + up to 25% Credit Guarantee Coverage credited directly to the loan bank account upon milestone verification.
Is collateral security or mortgage required?
Up to 25% of credit facility guaranteed by Credit Guarantee Fund for Animal Husbandry.
Ready to apply for Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)?
Submit your online application through the official government portal.
Apply on Official Portal →Toll-Free Helpline: 022-67531300
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