The “Subsidy Scheme for Establishment of Goat Unit (10+1) for Scheduled Caste People” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat to uplift economically poor livestock breeders from the Scheduled Caste community. Under the scheme, each beneficiary is required to purchase 10 female goats (aged 1–2 years) and 1 male goat (aged 2–3 years). The beneficiary must contribute 50% of the unit cost for expenses related to food, water, fodder, housing, and concentrates, while the government provides a subsidy of 50% (up to a maximum of ₹45,000) for these expenses.
Key Terms:
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Purchase Timeline: The goat unit must be established within 90 days of pre-approval of the online application. Failure to do so or proving ineligible will lead to cancellation of the approval and its transfer to the next eligible applicant.
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Operational Duration: The goat unit should be operated for a minimum of 3 years.
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Record Keeping: Beneficiaries are required to maintain records of milk production and submit information during visits by department technical officers.
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Family Benefit: The scheme benefits only one person per family.
Benefits
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Goat Unit Establishment:
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Purchase 10 female goats and 1 male goat.
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Subsidy:
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50% subsidy on the unit cost for food, water, fodder, housing, and concentrate expenses, capped at ₹45,000.
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Beneficiary Contribution:
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The remaining 50% of the unit cost must be borne by the beneficiary.
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Eligibility
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Community:
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Open exclusively to adult beneficiaries belonging to the Scheduled Caste community.
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Family Limit:
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Benefits are provided to only one person per family.
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Goat Specifications:
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Female goats: 1 to 2 years old.
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Male goat (buck): 2 to 3 years old.
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Contribution:
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Beneficiaries must contribute 50% of the unit cost for essential expenses.
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Operational Requirement:
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The established unit should operate for at least 3 years.
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Timeframe:
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The goat unit must be purchased within 90 days of pre-approval of the online application.
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Application Process
Online Application via the I-Khedut Portal:
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Visit the I-Khedut Portal:
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Apply Newly:
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Click the “Apply Newly” button to start a new application.
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Update if Necessary:
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Use the “Update Application” button to correct any details before final submission.
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Upload Documents:
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Upload all required documents in the specified format (PDF, ≤200 KB).
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Confirmation:
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Confirm the application within 7 days of saving it.
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Print out the confirmed application form, sign or affix your thumb impression, and submit the printout along with all supporting documents to a nearby veterinary dispensary.
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Submission:
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Only applications with a confirmed printout and correct supporting documents will be considered.
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Documents Required
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Identity Proof:
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Aadhaar Card or Voter ID Card.
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Proof of Date of Birth: (if applicable)
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Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card: (if applicable)
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Residence Proof:
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Documents establishing permanent residence in Gujarat.
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Caste Certificate:
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Must be issued by a competent authority.
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Disability Certificate: (if applicable)
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Ration Card: (if applicable)
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Bank Documents:
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Savings Account Bank Passbook or a Cancelled Cheque.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the objective of the scheme?
To support Scheduled Caste beneficiaries in establishing a goat unit (10+1) to enhance goat milk production and overall livestock development. -
Which department initiated this scheme?
The Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. -
Who can apply for the scheme?
Only adult beneficiaries from the Scheduled Caste community in Gujarat are eligible. The benefit is restricted to one person per family. -
How many goats must be purchased?
Beneficiaries must purchase 10 female goats and 1 male goat. -
What is the benefit of the scheme?
A 50% subsidy (up to ₹45,000) on the unit cost for expenses related to food, water, fodder, housing, and concentrates. -
What percentage of the cost must the beneficiary contribute?
Beneficiaries must contribute 50% of the unit cost. -
In how many days must the goat unit be established after pre-approval?
Within 90 days. -
What happens if the beneficiary fails to establish the goat unit within the specified time?
The approval order will be canceled, and the benefit will be allocated to the next eligible beneficiary on the waiting list. -
Is the beneficiary required to record milk production?
Yes, the beneficiary must maintain records of milk production and submit this information during departmental inspections. -
For how many years must the goat unit be maintained?
The unit should be run for a minimum of 3 years. -
How can a beneficiary apply for the scheme?
Applications must be submitted online via the I-Khedut Portal. A printout of the confirmed application, along with all required documents, must be submitted to a nearby veterinary dispensary.