Sarkari Yojana

Intensive Castration Scheme

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's Intensive Castration Scheme gives livestock owners and Gaushalas/Panjarapols a ₹500/- subsidy per male calf castrated by the Burdizo or surgical method, applied for on the I-Khedut Portal.

About Intensive Castration Scheme

The Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, launched the “Intensive Castration Scheme” to help livestock owners and animal-rearing organisations castrate male calves, either by the closed method (Burdizo Castrator) or the open method (Surgical Method). A subsidy per male calf is given to eligible beneficiaries for the procedure, and District Veterinary Polyclinics carry out the programme.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

District Veterinary Polyclinic

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Intensive Castration Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Individual livestock owners, as well as animal-rearing organisations…

Individual livestock owners, as well as animal-rearing organisations (Gaushala/Panjarapol/others), may apply.

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Castration of the male calf has to be…

Castration of the male calf has to be done by the close or open method.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Intensive Castration Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance: For every animal (male calf) castrated by close method (Burdizo Castrator)/open method (Surgical Method), a ₹500/- subsidy is paid.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Barcoded ration card copy, or the Institute's registration…

Barcoded ration card copy, or the Institute's registration number.

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A photo ID issued by government (Aadhaar card/…

A photo ID issued by government (Aadhaar card/ Voter ID/ Driving License/ Kisan Credit Card), copied.

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Cancelled cheque or a copy of the bank…

Cancelled cheque or a copy of the bank passbook.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Intensive Castration Scheme through the online application process outlined below.

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Online applications are made on the I-Khedut Portal

Online applications are made on the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

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From the home page, choose 'Schemes' and then…

From the home page, choose 'Schemes' and then 'Animal Husbandry Schemes'.

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Pick the scheme and press 'Apply' to open…

Pick the scheme and press 'Apply' to open the application page.

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Use the "Apply New" button to file a…

Use the "Apply New" button to file a fresh application.

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To correct an application, use the "Update Application"…

To correct an application, use the "Update Application" button.

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Confirm the application after completing it

Confirm the application after completing it.

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Print the confirmed application and lodge the Related…

Print the confirmed application and lodge the Related Documents with the concerned Taluka office.

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To check Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details, use this…

To check Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details, use this link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Contact Us: Click here .

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References