About this programme
Special credit facility for animal husbandry infrastructure development established under India's AtmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan with ₹15,000 crore allocation. Supports establishment and strengthening of dairy processing units, meat processing capacity development, and value-added product manufacturing. Provides interest subvention on loans to eligible beneficiaries for qualifying projects, helping unorganized rural milk and meat producers access organized market channels. It is run by Dept. of Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
An interest subvention lowers the interest you pay on an eligible loan — you borrow as usual, and part of the interest is reimbursed or waived so your effective rate is lower. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
It is aimed at businesses in dairy processing · meat processing · animal feed · dairy value-added products. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
How it works
Beneficiaries submit online loan applications through the scheme portal. Applications are screened by the Ministry and approved by participating lenders. After loan approval and disbursement, the Ministry releases interest subvention to the borrower. The scheme aims to increase milk and meat processing capacity while connecting unorganized rural producers to organized market chains.
Who can apply
Individual entrepreneurs, private companies, MSMEs, Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Section 8 companies are eligible to apply for loans and interest subvention.
How to apply
- Register and create an online account on the AHIDF portal (https://ahidf.udyamimitra.in/)
- Prepare detailed project report (DPR) using available model templates provided by the scheme
- Submit online loan application with DPR and supporting documents
- Application is screened by Ministry and processed by lender for approval
- Upon loan disbursement, interest subvention is approved and released by Ministry
Documents you’ll typically need
- Business registration / incorporation certificate
- PAN (and GST registration, where applicable)
- Identity and address proof for the applicant / directors
- A short description of your business or project
- Recent financials or a simple project report
The exact checklist depends on the programme and your specifics.
Frequently asked
What is the total fund allocation for AHIDF?
₹15,000 crore allocation established under India's AtmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
What sectors are eligible under AHIDF?
Establishment and strengthening of dairy processing units, value-added dairy product manufacturing, and meat processing capacity development.
Who can apply for AHIDF loans and subvention?
Individual entrepreneurs, private companies, MSMEs, Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Section 8 companies.
How is the interest subvention provided?
After loan disbursement by the participating lender, the Ministry releases interest subvention to reduce the borrower's interest burden.
Reviewed July 2026. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.