Uttar Pradesh Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

• The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a scheme called "Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana".
• Under this scheme, the state government is providing a grant of up to Rs 11.80 Lakh for setting up a unit of 10 Indigenous breeds of cow.
• The primary objective of the scheme is to make Uttar Pradesh a leading state in milk production.
• Through this scheme, a milk cooperative will also be formed at the village level, which enables milk producer to sell their milk at a reasonable price.
• The scheme was announced in 2023, is one of the four schemes under the Uttar Pradesh Nand Baba Dugdh Mission.
• The other three schemes of the mission are: -
  • Mukhymantri Pragatisheel Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana.
  • Mukhyamantri Swadeshi Gau Samvardhan Yojana, and
  • Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana.
• Currently, the scheme is operational across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
• For 2025-26, the government has set a target to establish at least 600 units across all districts.
• Under the Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Scheme, applicants are required to establish a unit of ten cows, with an establishment cost of Rs 23.60 lakh.
• For this establishment amount, the beneficiary's part should be 15 per cent, and it can borrow 35 per cent as a loan, while the remaining amount will be provided as a subsidy.
• The cow purchased under the scheme must be of specific breeds, such as Sahiwal, Gir, and Tharparkar.
• The cattle bought should be in their first or second lactation stage, and they must not have calved before 45 days.
• The land used for the unit established must be 0.20 acres, while an additional 0.80 acres is mandatory for fodder production.
• The land used for the unit production must be owned or ancestral, or taken on contract/lease for a minimum period of 7 years.
• Beneficiaries of Kamdhenu, Mini Kamdhenu, Micro Kamdhenu Scheme or Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana, or Swadeshi Gau Samvardhan Scheme of Nand Baba Dugdh Mission are not eligible for this scheme.
• To receive the benefit of the scheme, the applicant must have at least three years of experience in cow or buffalo rearing.
• Applicants meeting all the eligibility conditions can apply online for the Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana.

Scheme Benefits

• It will help to promote self-employment.
• It will increase the production of indigenous cow milk in the state.
• A grant of Rs 11.80 lakh for an established unit will be provided to each applicant.
• It can also create employment opportunities at the village level.
• Farmers can sell their Indigenous cow milk at an affordable price.

Eligibility Requirement

• The beneficiary must be a local resident.
• Applicants must possess an Aadhaar Card or a valid identity proof.
• Applicants must have at least three years of experience in cow or buffalo rearing.
• Must have a minimum of 0.20 acres of land for unit establishment.
• An additional 0.80 acres of land is mandatory for fodder production.
• The land used for the scheme must be owned by the applicants, ancestral or taken on a lease/rent for a minimum period of 7 years.
• Beneficiaries of the following schemes are not eligible:
  • Kamdhenu.
  • Mini Kamdhenu.
  • Micro Kamdhenu Scheme.
  • Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana
  • Swadeshi Gau Samvardhan Yojana.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card.
• Identity Proof.
• Address Proof.
• Land Documents.
• Lease/Rent Agreement (if any)
• Cow/Buffalo rearing experience letter issued by a Veterinary officer/Deputy Chief Veterinary officer or Gram Pradhan.
• Bank Passbook.
• Other as requested.

Steps to Apply

• Eligible beneficiaries can submit their application for the Uttar Pradesh Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana to receive its benefits.
• Applications for the Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Scheme are invited online through the Mission portal.
• The application window opens for a limited period of time.
• For the year 2025-26, the application was live from 14 July 2025 and closed on its extended date, i.e. 23 August 2025.
• Before applying, applicants must complete registration on the mission portal.
• Post registration, log in using the credentials received.
• Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
• All submitted applications will be verified by the committee formed under the leadership of the Chief Development Officer.
• If received applications is more than the expectation, the beneficiary will be selected through an e-lottery.

Important Points

• Before issuing a grant, the established unit will be inspected by the authority.
• The grant will only be provided for 50% of the total unit establishment cost, i.e. Rs 11.80 Lakh.
• The remaining amount must be arranged by the beneficiary.
• For this, they can avail of a bank loan, which should not exceed 35% of the total cost.
• If the establishment cost exceeds the limit, i.e. Rs 23.60 lakh, the excess amount must be borne by the beneficiaries.
• The cattle shed and related infrastructure must be as per the recommended standards.
• Any additional cost incurred during the construction will be borne by the beneficiary.
• The grant under the scheme will be provided in two equal instalments.
  • The first instalment will be provided after on-field verification of the construction unit.
  • The second instalment will be provided upon submission of an application for the purchase of 10 cows.
• The beneficiaries selected for the scheme are allowed to purchase mixed Sahiwal, Gir, and Tharparkar breeds of cows.
• The cow must be purchased outside the state and, if possible, from the same breeding tract of the respective breed.
• The vaccination of the cow must be completed after its purchase.
• An ear tag must be affixed to each cow.
• A one-time insurance for three years is mandatory for all cows.
• All cows purchased under the scheme must be healthy and disease-free.

Relevant Link

• Uttar Pradesh Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana Registration Link.
• UP Mini Nandini Krishak Samridhi Yojana Guidelines.

Contact Information

• Nand Baba Dugdh Mission Contact Number: 0522-3128643
• UP Dairy Development Department Contact Number: - 0522-2286927
• Nand Baba Dugdh Mission Email Helpdesk: - info@nandbabadugdhmission.up.gov.in
• UP Dairy Development Department Email Helpdesk:- mcup@nic.in