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Sheep Rearing Scheme (HSFDC)

Under this scheme, the Corporation provides loans/benefits to individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, whose annual family income does not exceed ₹1,80,000/-, in both rural and urban areas for self-employment income generating activities such as sheep rearing.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Haryana

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Project Cost Ceiling: | - Up to ₹1,50,000 /-. | Subsidy: | - Subsidy @ 50% of the total project cost (Maximum amount of subsidy is ₹10,000/-) | Bank Loan: | - Besides subsidy, the composite loan i.e. subsidy, and the balance amount of the bank loan is provided by the banks to the seller of the assets on behalf of the beneficiaries.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.; The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste Category.; The applicant should belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.; The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹1,80,000/- in rural areas and urban areas.; The applicant's annual family income should not exceed the BPL limit.; The applicant's name should be included in the BPL Survey List.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who implements the Sheep Rearing Scheme?

The scheme 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 project cost ceiling is up to [?]1,50,000/-.

Who is eligible for this Scheme?

Residents of Haryana who belong to the Scheduled Caste category and are from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families with an annual family income not exceeding [?]1,80,000/- are eligible.

What is the income limit for eligibility?

The annual family income should not exceed [?]1,80,000/-. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed the BPL limit.

What is the subsidy provided under the scheme?

A subsidy of 50% of the total project cost, with a maximum subsidy amount of [?]10,000/-, is provided.

How is the loan amount disbursed?

The loan, along with the subsidy, is provided by the banks directly to the seller of the assets on behalf of the beneficiaries.

How can one apply for the scheme?

Interested individuals can apply by visiting the official website of the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation at http://hsfdc.org.in/

What is the verification process for the scheme?

The eligibility of the applicant is verified by the field staff before sponsoring the application to the bank for sanction.

Can urban residents apply for this scheme?

Yes, both rural and urban residents are eligible to apply.

Is the scheme available to non-scheduled caste individuals?

No, the scheme is specifically designed for individuals belonging to the Scheduled Caste category.