What is Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming?
Mizoram Sericulture Mission promotes Eri silk (Endi) farming — Mizoram's traditional sericulture practice — among ILP holder tribal farming families. The mission provides free Eri silkworm seed (eggs), mulberry/castor host plant seedlings, 50% subsidy on rearing equipment, and training in cocoon and yarn production. Woven Eri silk fabric (Puan-Eri) is an emerging premium product in the handloom market. The Sericulture & Weaving Department, Government of Mizoram, implements the scheme under Ministry of Textiles (Central Silk Board) with MSDP (Multi Sectoral Development Programme) funding in minority-concentrated districts. Women weavers who produce Eri silk are linked to MHHDC for marketing. Silk farming income is estimated at ₹20,000–₹40,000/year per household from 0.5 acre Eri rearing unit.
Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Mizoram Sericulture Mission 2026 — Silk Farming Subsidy & Eri Silk Livelihood for Tribal Farmers | MSDP |
| State | Mizoram (मिज़ोरम) |
| Launched By | Government of Mizoram |
| Launch Year | 2013 |
| Benefit | Free Eri silkworm seed + host plant seedlings + 50% rearing equipment subsidy + MHHDC market linkage for ILP holder tribal farmers — ₹20,000–₹40,000/year income potential |
| Category | Tribal Welfare |
| Beneficiaries | Over 15,000 tribal silk farming families |
| Last Verified | 28 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://mizoram.gov.in/department/sericulture |
Mizoram Sericulture Mission chuan ILP holder tribal farmer leh hmeichhe weaver ho chu Eri silk (Endi) hmang nan free silkworm seed, host plant seedling, 50% rearing equipment subsidy leh MHHDC market linkage pek a ni. Hmeichhe weaver ho chu Puan-Eri silk fabric tur District Sericulture Office-ah register rawh. Training free — experience ngai lo. ₹20,000–₹40,000/year income possible a ni.
📌 फायदा: Free Eri silkworm seed + host plant + 50% equipment subsidy + MHHDC market linkage — ILP holder tribal Mizo farmer leh hmeichhe weaver
पात्रता:
Mizoram ILP holder, 0.1 acre host plant land, VC attestation, District Sericulture Office register dawn tur.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
District Sericulture Office / Block Extension Officer → land assessment → free training → register (ILP + Aadhaar + VC letter + bank passbook) → free Eri seed + seedlings + 50% equipment subsidy → MHHDC marketing.
Benefits of Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming
✅ Free Eri silkworm seed + host plant seedlings + 50% rearing equipment subsidy + MHHDC market linkage for ILP holder tribal farmers — ₹20,000–₹40,000/year income potential
Who is Eligible for Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming?
- ✓ Permanent Mizoram resident (ILP — Inner Line Permit holder, mandatory)
- ✓ Farmer or weaver interested in Eri silkworm rearing — minimum 0.1 acre land for host plant cultivation
- ✓ Women weavers who practice or wish to learn Eri silk weaving get priority enrollment
- ✓ Local Council (VC) attestation for tribal land used in host plant cultivation
- ✓ No prior experience required — training provided free by Sericulture Department field workers
- ✓ Registered with or willing to register with District Sericulture Office
Documents Required for Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming
How to Apply for Mizoram Sericulture Mission Silk Farming Online?
- 1Contact the District Sericulture Officer (DSO) or Block Sericulture Extension Officer in your district
- 2Express interest in Eri silk farming — field officer will assess suitability of your land for host plant
- 3Attend the free training programme on Eri silkworm rearing and cocoon processing (5–7 days)
- 4Register with District Sericulture Office — submit ILP, Aadhaar, VC land attestation, and bank passbook
- 5Receive free Eri silkworm eggs (seed), castor/mulberry seedlings, and 50% subsidized rearing equipment
- 6After first cocoon harvest, link with MHHDC for yarn/fabric marketing and MSDP grant disbursement
Official Government Portal — Mizoram
mizoram.gov.in is the only authorised application channel, and the Mizoram government charges nothing there — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗 Apply at District Sericulture Office, Mizoram