Central scheme
Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)
Department of Animal Husbandry and DairyingAll India
Loans up to 90% of the cost of dairy, meat and feed plants and breeding farms, with 3% interest help for 8 years.
What it is
AHIDF is for building plants and farms, not for keeping a few animals. It covers dairy processing, meat processing, animal feed plants and breeding farms.
The bank's rate is cut by 3% for 8 years. SBI's AHIDF loan is EBLR + 2% (about 9.90%) before the 3% help.
It was approved to 31 Mar 2026. Its status after that is not confirmed.
All IndiaCoverageahidf.udyamimitra.inApply atBank rate − 3%Rate
Eligibility at a glance
Individuals and companies
MSMEs and FPOs
Dairy cooperatives
Section 8 companies
Apply at: ahidf.udyamimitra.in
Key facts
- Amount: Up to 90% of project cost (micro and small units)
- Repayment: Up to 10 years with a 2-year moratorium
- Security: Up to 25% guarantee cover from a ₹750 crore fund
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