Dairy Farm (2 animals) for ₹1.98 lakh: Cost & Subsidy (2026)

As per the government model report, the basic Dairy Farm (2 animals) costs ₹1.98 lakh. A small dairy start with 2 milch animals. No subsidy is counted in this model; your share is about ₹20 thousand,

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Dairy Farm (2 animals) for ₹1.98 lakh, bank loan
Dairy Farm (2 animals) · Basic unit
₹1.98 lakhto start
2 animalsCapacity
—Subsidy
~1.4 yrsPayback
In 60 words

As per the government model report, the basic Dairy Farm (2 animals) costs ₹1.98 lakh. A small dairy start with 2 milch animals. No subsidy is counted in this model; your share is about ₹20 thousand, the rest is a bank loan. In year 3, sales are about ₹2.67 lakh with net profit ~39% of sales (estimate).

Source: NABARD Unit Cost for Investment Activities in Agriculture &… · Utkrishi Team · 01-10-2026

01Where will the money come from?

Total cost ₹1.98 lakh

₹20 thousandYour share10%
₹1.78 lakhBank loan90%

From your pocket only ₹20 thousand — the rest is a bank loan.

What does the money go into?

  • Machinery₹1.72 lakh
  • Working capital₹26 thousand

02Income over 5 years

Yearly sales (blue bar) · Net profit (green)

Year 1
₹1.84 lakh
Profit ₹55 thousand
Year 2
₹2.6 lakh
Profit ₹98 thousand
Year 3
₹2.67 lakh
Profit ₹1.05 lakh
Year 4
₹2.75 lakh
Profit ₹1.12 lakh
Year 5
₹2.84 lakh
Profit ₹1.19 lakh

net profit ~39% of sales · payback ~1.4 years · Includes interest, depreciation and a 5% yearly rise in costs.

035 steps to start

  1. Get trainedLearn the work, find buyers
  2. Prepare the siteShed/room, power, water
  3. Get a DPR madeProject report as the bank needs it
  4. Apply for bank loanBank loan; check state schemes
  5. Produce and sellIncome starts from year 1
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04Who is it right for?

Families already keeping livestock
People who can grow green fodder
People living near a milk union or dairy

053 mistakes that cause losses

Buying an animal without checking it
Underestimating feed and treatment costs
Not insuring the animals

06Frequently asked questions

Is it fine to start with 2 animals?

Yes, NABARD's unit model is for 2 animals; increase the number after gaining experience.

What government support is there for the Dairy Farm (2 animals)?

No subsidy is counted here; check your state's animal husbandry schemes separately.

How much can the Dairy Farm (2 animals) earn?

In the government model, year-3 sales are about ₹2.67 lakh with net profit ~39% of sales; payback ~1.4 years.

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Source: NABARD Unit Cost for Investment Activities in Agriculture &…
Last checked: 01-10-2026. Figures are based on government model reports and are indicative; get fresh quotes and local prices before the DPR. The bank decides the loan/subsidy — we help you prepare. Depends on the scheme continuing.

Utkrishi Team

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