The Livestock and Dairy Development Department of the Azad Government of the State of Jammu & Kashmir has launched a “Cost-Sharing Model” project titled “Livelihood Generation through Provision of Highly Productive Dairy Cattle in AJK”.Project Details

• Objective: To support livestock farmers by providing a subsidy for purchasing high-quality crossbreed dairy cows.
• Subsidy Amount: Eligible farmers will receive a grant of 200,000 PKR to purchase cows valued at a minimum of 400,000 PKR.
• Cost-Sharing: Beneficiaries are responsible for covering the remaining cost of 200,000 PKR or more.

Application Process

• Deadline: Applications must be submitted by May 20, 2026.
• Submission: Interested candidates can obtain and submit application forms at their nearest Livestock Extension Center or the relevant District Livestock and Poultry Development Office.
• Resources: Application forms are available free of charge at the respective district offices or online at http://livestockajk.gov.pk.
• Required Documents: Applicants must attach a copy of their National Identity Card and a registration verification form for their animals issued by the department.

Contact Information

District offices are available across AJK for inquiries and submissions, including:

• Muzaffarabad: 05822-921215
• Neelum: 05821-820080
• Jhelum Valley: 05822-922620
• Bagh: 05823-920092
• Haveli: 05823-921727
• Poonch: 05824-920122
• Sudhanoti: 05825-920096
• Kotli: 05826-920630
• Mirpur: 05827-923250
• Bhimber: 05828-923800