What is National Beekeeping & Honey Mission?
National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM) was launched in 2020 under the Atmanirbhar Bharat package to promote 'Sweet Revolution' — development of scientific beekeeping across India. Implemented by the National Bee Board (NBB) under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, NBHM aims to double honey production (from 1.2 lakh MT to 2.5 lakh MT by 2026) and improve honey quality for domestic consumption and export. Subsidies under NBHM: (1) Beehive boxes (10 colonies): 50% subsidy for general category farmers, 75% for SC/ST/women/NE/hill farmers; (2) Protective gear (bee suit, gloves, veil): 50% subsidy; (3) Honey extraction equipment (extractor, uncapping fork, strainer): 50% subsidy; (4) Nucleus Stock (queen bees + 3 frames): 75% subsidy for SC/ST/women. Additionally, training on scientific beekeeping through KVKs and state agriculture departments (5-7 days free training with ₹250/day stipend). Beekeeping significantly increases crop pollination — farmers with bee colonies near their fruit/vegetable fields see 20-30% higher yields.
National Beekeeping & Honey Mission — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | National Beekeeping & Honey Mission 2026 — 50% Subsidy on Beehives & Equipment for Farmers |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2020 |
| Benefit | 50-75% subsidy on beehives, equipment, and protective gear + Free training (5-7 days, ₹250/day stipend) + Market linkage for honey through NAFED + Honey Quality Testing Labs access |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nbb.gov.in |
Benefits of National Beekeeping & Honey Mission
50-75% subsidy on beehives, equipment, and protective gear + Free training (5-7 days, ₹250/day stipend) + Market linkage for honey through NAFED + Honey Quality Testing Labs access
Who is Eligible for National Beekeeping & Honey Mission?
- ✓Any farmer (individual, cooperative, SHG, FPO) wanting to start or expand beekeeping
- ✓SC/ST, women, NE/hill area farmers get 75% subsidy (general farmers: 50%)
- ✓Minimum landholding: Not required — even landless agricultural labourers can apply
- ✓Must undergo basic beekeeping training (5-7 days at KVK or state bee board training centre) before equipment subsidy
- ✓For honey processing units: MSME registration + food safety license (FSSAI)
Documents Required for National Beekeeping & Honey Mission
How to Apply for National Beekeeping & Honey Mission Online?
- 1Contact nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) or State Horticulture/Agriculture Department for NBHM training
- 2Complete 5-7 day beekeeping training + receive training certificate
- 3Apply for equipment subsidy at KVK/state agriculture department with Aadhaar + training certificate
- 4Equipment subsidy released through bank — purchase from NBB-empanelled equipment suppliers
- 5Join District Beekeepers' Cooperative for honey collection and NAFED market linkage
Official Government Portal
Applications go through nbb.gov.in only. Applying is free of charge — no agent, middleman or "consultant" is ever required.
🔗Apply on nbb.gov.in