Sarkari Yojana

Mahila Bakri Palan

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Uttarakhand
Quick Summary: Uttarakhand's Mahila Bakri Palan scheme gives abandoned, widowed, destitute, single and disaster-affected women a goat unit of 3 females and 1 male. The State Government bears the full cost of ₹35,000.

About Mahila Bakri Palan

“Mahila Bakri Palan” comes from the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. By supporting goat rearing, it helps women, particularly those who are abandoned, widowed, destitute, single, or affected by disasters, earn a livelihood and raise their household income.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Mahila Bakri Palan, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only those living in Uttarakhand can apply

Only those living in Uttarakhand can apply.

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The scheme is open to women alone

The scheme is open to women alone.

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She must fall into one of these groups

She must fall into one of these groups:
Abandoned women
Widows
Destitute women
Single women
Women affected by a disaster

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

Benefits Provided

Mahila Bakri Palan provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Each eligible woman receives one goat unit made…

Each eligible woman receives one goat unit made up of 3 females and 1 male, all between 12 and 18 months old. The State Government meets the full scheme cost of ₹35,000.

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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Copy of the Aadhaar card

Copy of the Aadhaar card

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Details of the bank account

Details of the bank account

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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste

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Any other supporting papers that may be needed

Any other supporting papers that may be needed

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Mahila Bakri Palan through the offline application process outlined below.

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Application Process

Beneficiaries are picked on a "first come, first served" basis.
Along with the proposal, applicants need to hand in their Aadhaar card, bank account details, and documents supporting the category they fall under.

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