The “Piggery Farming Scheme” is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with bank tie-up schemes. This scheme aims to support individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in both rural and urban areas for self-employment income-generating activities in piggery farming. Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries can obtain financial assistance for establishing piggery operations, with the government providing a subsidy of 50% of the total project cost (up to a maximum of ₹10,000), while the remaining balance is financed through a composite bank loan disbursed directly to the seller.
Benefits
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Project Cost Ceiling:
The scheme supports projects with a cost ceiling of up to ₹1,50,000. -
Subsidy:
Beneficiaries receive a subsidy at 50% of the total project cost, capped at a maximum of ₹10,000. -
Composite Bank Loan:
In addition to the subsidy, the balance of the project cost is financed through a bank loan provided directly to the seller on behalf of the beneficiary.
Eligibility
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Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Haryana. -
Caste:
The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste category. -
Economic Status:
The applicant must be from a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family, with an annual family income not exceeding ₹1,80,000 in both rural and urban areas. -
BPL Survey List:
The applicant’s name must be included in the BPL Survey List. -
Verification:
The eligibility of the applicant is verified by field staff before the application is sponsored to the bank for sanction.
Application Process
Online / Offline
Registration Process on the HSFDC Portal:
- Visit the Official Website:
Navigate to the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation website and select the scheme under the ‘Bank Tie-up Scheme’ section. - Apply for Loan:
Click on “Apply for Loan” to initiate the registration process. - Enter Details:
Fill in your details, including name, Aadhaar number, email, mobile number, and captcha code, then click “Register”. - OTP Verification:
Enter the OTP sent to your mobile number and click “Submit”. The application form will then open. - Complete the Application:
Enter all required details and upload the necessary documents. - Submit Application:
Click “Submit” to complete your application and receive your user ID and password.
Login Process:
- Access the Portal:
Visit the official website and click on the “Login” option. - Enter Credentials:
Input your user ID/username, password, and captcha code, then click “Login”. - Edit Profile:
Once logged in, click on “Edit Profile” to fill in surety details, upload required documents, and update other details. - Final Submission:
Click “Final Submit”. After submitting, you can print your application for future reference.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Ration Card
- Voter Card or any valid identity proof
- Scheduled Caste Certificate
- BPL Card or document proof
- Proof of income
- Any other documents as required by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who implements the Piggery Farming Scheme?
It is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with bank tie-up schemes. -
What is the maximum project cost under the scheme?
The scheme covers projects with a cost ceiling of up to ₹1,50,000. -
Who is eligible for the Piggery Farming Scheme?
Eligible applicants must be residents of Haryana, belong to the Scheduled Caste category, and come from BPL families with an annual family income not exceeding ₹1,80,000. -
What is the maximum subsidy provided under this scheme?
A subsidy of 50% of the total project cost is provided, up to a maximum of ₹10,000. -
How is the loan provided under the scheme?
The scheme offers a composite loan, where the subsidy is combined with the balance amount financed by banks, disbursed directly to the seller. -
Can urban residents apply for this scheme?
Yes, the scheme is applicable to both rural and urban applicants. -
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the annual family income must not exceed ₹1,80,000. -
How is the eligibility of the applicant verified?
Field staff verify the applicant’s details, ensuring that the applicant’s name is included in the BPL Survey List before the application is sponsored to the bank. -
Where can applicants apply for the scheme?
Applications can be submitted both online through the HSFDC portal and offline by contacting the relevant authorities. -
Is the scheme available to non-Scheduled Caste individuals?
No, the scheme is exclusively for individuals belonging to the Scheduled Caste category.