Horticulture · Rajasthan

Bee Keeping Subsidy in Rajasthan

Bee Keeping

NABARD Unit Cost for Bee Keeping in Rajasthan

Government-approved benchmark amount for horticulture financing

NABARD Unit Cost₹71,600
StateRajasthan
CategoryHorticulture
Sub-CategoryHorticulture
Specification10 Boxes

Bee Keeping — 10 Boxes

Eligibility for Bee Keeping Subsidy in Rajasthan

Who can apply

  • Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Rajasthan
  • Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Agri-entrepreneurs and cooperatives for commercial-scale investments
  • SC/ST farmers and women farmers (eligible for enhanced subsidy component of 5–10% additional)

Specification note

This unit cost applies specifically to: 10 Boxes. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.

How to Apply for Bee Keeping Subsidy in Rajasthan

Step-by-step process

  1. Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹71,600 as the benchmark for a 10 Boxes investment.
  2. Visit your bank in Rajasthan — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
  3. Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to MIDH or SMAM.
  4. Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
  5. Subsidy credit to loan account — The capital subsidy is deposited directly into your loan account, reducing the outstanding principal. Total processing time: 30–60 days.

Relevant central schemes:

Bee Keeping Subsidy — State-wise Comparison

NABARD unit costs for Bee Keeping across 9 states. Amounts reflect local input costs and state-level additions.

Bee Keeping NABARD unit cost across Indian states
StateSubsidy AmountDetails
Punjab₹23,78,000View →
Punjab₹9,34,000View →
Punjab₹3,56,000View →
Rajasthancurrent₹71,600View →
Bihar₹46,000View →
Uttarakhand₹45,000View →
Uttarakhand₹36,500View →
Bihar₹27,000View →
Chhattisgarh₹7,800View →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NABARD subsidy amount for Bee Keeping in Rajasthan?

The NABARD unit cost for Bee Keeping in Rajasthan is ₹71,600 (specification: 10 Boxes). This is the benchmark amount banks use when sanctioning a term loan for this activity. The actual subsidy you receive depends on the scheme — typically 25–50% of the unit cost.

What does "10 Boxes" mean for Bee Keeping?

The specification "10 Boxes" defines the exact scale or parameters of the investment — such as area in hectares, capacity in litres per day, number of animals, or structural dimensions. NABARD unit costs are tied to this specification; a different scale may have a different unit cost. If your project differs, ask your bank to use the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.

How do I apply for the Bee Keeping subsidy in Rajasthan?

Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Bee Keeping using the NABARD unit cost of ₹71,600 as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Rajasthan with land records, Aadhaar, and the DPR. Step 3: The bank appraises and routes the subsidy claim through the Horticulture department. Step 4: After physical verification, the subsidy is deposited into your loan account. Total processing time is typically 30–60 days.

Which government scheme covers Bee Keeping in Rajasthan?

Bee Keeping falls under the Horticulture category. Relevant central schemes include Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) and NHB schemes. Check the Apply section below for the specific portal and nodal department in Rajasthan.

Which state gives the highest subsidy for Bee Keeping?

Among states with published NABARD unit costs for Bee Keeping, Punjab offers the highest amount at ₹23,78,000, compared to ₹71,600 in Rajasthan. Differences reflect local input costs, transport, and state-level top-up subsidies. The compare table below shows amounts across all states where this activity has published unit costs.

What is the loan repayment period for Bee Keeping financing in Rajasthan?

NABARD-linked term loans for horticulture investments like Bee Keeping typically have a repayment period of 5–9 years (including a moratorium of 1–2 years). The moratorium aligns with the gestation period of the investment — for example, a fruit orchard may take 3 years to yield income, so repayment begins after that. Exact tenure depends on your bank and the specific scheme.