Madhugram Scheme Uttarakhand
The Madhugram Scheme in Uttarakhand offers financial assistance for beekeeping to promote self-employment among youth.
Key facts
| Benefit | Up to 80% subsidy on beekeeping (bee boxes, colonies and training) |
|---|---|
| Also called | Madhu Vikas / Maun Palan (beekeeping) scheme |
| Who | Farmers aged 18–55, resident in Uttarakhand |
| Limit | One applicant per family (up to four bee boxes) |
| Run by | State Horticulture Mission, Uttarakhand |
| How to apply | Offline, to the District Horticulture Office |
| Application window | Apply at the District Horticulture Office; assistance runs on the State Horticulture Mission’s annual targets, so confirm the current intake. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive up to 80% subsidy for beekeeping, along with financial assistance for training and equipment. Each applicant can receive multiple beekeeping boxes and training support.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
The Madhugram Scheme — also known as Madhu Vikas or the Maun Palan (beekeeping) scheme — is run under Uttarakhand’s State Horticulture Mission to turn beekeeping into a real source of income for rural youth and farmers. It gives up to an 80% subsidy on setting up beekeeping: bee boxes, bee colonies and training support, so a beginner can start with a small share of the cost. Honey is a high-value product, and a few well-run boxes can add a steady side-income to a farm.
Who can apply
- You are a farmer aged between 18 and 55
- You are a resident of Uttarakhand with your own land or registered leased land
- Only one person per family applies
- The family has no income-tax payer or government employee
How to apply
Applications are offline. Download the form from the official website, fill it, attach your documents — residence and identity proof, land papers, a project report and bank details — and submit it to your District Horticulture Office. Training from KVIC, NABARD, KVK or another approved centre is preferred, so complete it if you can before applying.
Documents you need
- Residence proof and identity proof
- Land ownership proof (sale deed, patta, Chitta) or registered lease
- Project report with an income forecast
- Bank passbook copy and PAN card
- Small/marginal farmer certificate and caste certificate
- Self-declaration and Aadhaar card
Who can apply
- Age 18–55
- For: farmer
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Applicants must be between 18 and 55 years old, reside in Uttarakhand, and be farmers. Only one person per family can apply, and applicants should not be income tax payers or government employees.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants younger than 18 or older than 55
- More than one applicant from the same family
- Families with an income-tax payer or a government employee
- Applicants who are not residents of Uttarakhand
How to apply
To apply, download the application form and submit it to the District Horticulture Office with the required documents.
- Download the application form from the official website.
- Fill in the required details in the application form.
- Attach all necessary documents as specified.
- Submit the completed application to the District Horticulture Office.
Documents required
- Application form
- Residence proof of applicant (Ration card / Passport / Telephone bill / Bank passbook / Aadhaar card)
- Identity proof of applicant (Voter ID / Passport / Aadhaar card / Driving licence)
- Document proof of land ownership (Registered sale agreement, patta, Chitta)
- Registered lease agreement (for leased land)
- Project report (with the forecast of income for next 3 quarters showing expenditure and income)
- Copy of Bank pass book with applicants account details
- PAN card
- Small and marginal farmer certificate
- Caste certificate
- Self-declaration
- Aadhaar card
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| No beekeeping training yet | Training from KVIC, NABARD, KVK or another approved centre is preferred — complete it and attach the certificate to strengthen your application. |
| Land documents missing | You need proof of land ownership (registered sale deed, patta or Chitta) or a registered lease — arrange these before submitting. |
| Not sure of the current intake | The scheme runs on annual horticulture-mission targets — ask the District Horticulture Office whether applications are open this year. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the Madhugram Scheme?
The scheme aims to encourage self-employment among unemployed youth in Uttarakhand by promoting honey production.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Individuals aged 18 to 55 who are farmers and not income tax payers or government employees can apply, with only one applicant allowed per family.
What kind of financial assistance is provided?
The scheme offers up to 80% subsidy for beekeeping, along with financial support for training and equipment.
How many beekeeping boxes can a beneficiary receive?
Each beneficiary can receive a maximum of four beekeeping boxes under the scheme.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include proof of residence, identity proof, land ownership documents, a project report, and various certificates.
Can individuals from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the Madhugram Scheme is exclusively for residents of Uttarakhand.
How much subsidy do I get?
Up to 80% of the cost of beekeeping — covering bee boxes, bee colonies and training.
How many bee boxes can I get?
Up to four bee boxes per beneficiary.
Who can apply?
Farmers aged 18–55 who are residents of Uttarakhand; one applicant per family.
Do I need prior training?
Training from KVIC/NABARD/KVK or another approved centre is preferred and strengthens your application.
How do I apply?
Download the form, attach the documents and submit it to your District Horticulture Office.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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