About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to strengthen fish storage infrastructure for hygienic preservation. Through this scheme, beneficiaries receive financial assistance for the modernisation of Cold storage /Ice Plant.
The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)” with the component of "Construction of Plant/Storage of Minimum 30 Tonne Capacity", introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernise cold chain infrastructure to preserve fish health, uplift fishermen, and enhance value chain efficiency. Through this scheme, financial support is provided to fishermen and related beneficiaries for constructing ice plants or storage units with a minimum capacity of 30 tonnes, ensuring hygienic fish storage and better returns. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from the State Government.
Objective of the scheme
- Marine production in the Gujarat state is one of the leading in the country. The state lags behind in exports due to non-norms. So cold storage/ice plant modernization is necessary to keep the fish in healthy condition.
- Insulated vehicle, three wheeler with ice box, including e-rickshaw, and live fish vending center to deliver the fish in hygienic condition to the consumer, so that the consumer (customer) can get fresh and clean fish from the local area and get good returns to the sellers.
- Around 27,000 small and large boats are operating in the state. To strengthen the safety and security of the fishermen and increase the income of the boat owner, replacement of the existing boats is necessary to increase the sea growth of the existing boats.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | PMMSY : Modernization of Cold storage /Ice Plant – Gujarat (PMMSYMCSIPGUJ) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Commissioner Of Fisheries |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Fishermen
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Unit cost is Rs. 50,00,000/-. 40% assistance for the general category, i.e. assistance up to Rs. 20,00,000/- and for women and ST/SC category beneficiaries 60%, i.e. assistance up to Rs. 30,00,000/-.
- The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India.
Remarks: 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid.
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: Once in a lifetime.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state.
- The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software.
- The applicant should hold a fishing license.
- The applicant should complete the online registration on the iKhedut Portal.
- The applicant should obtain in-principle approval before purchase of the floor plan.
- The applicant should have his/her own bank account.
Preference/Reservation/Relaxation:
- Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost.
- General category beneficiaries are eligible for 40% assistance of the unit cost.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Frequently asked questions
What type of support is available for modernization of cold storage or ice plants?
Assistance is provided for the modernisation of cold storage or ice plants with a unit cost of Rs. 50,00,000/-.
How much financial help is given to general category beneficiaries for cold storage or ice plant modernization?
General category beneficiaries can receive 40% assistance, up to a maximum of Rs. 20,00,000/-.
What level of financial assistance is provided to women and SC/ST beneficiaries for cold storage or ice plants?
Women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes can receive 60% assistance, up to a maximum of Rs. 30,00,000.
Is the benefit for modernization of cold storage or ice plants available multiple times?
No, the benefit for modernisation is available only once in a lifetime.
Who contributes towards the financial assistance for cold storage or ice plant modernization?
The assistance is shared, with 60% from the Government of India and 40% from the Government of Gujarat.
Is there any condition regarding the availability of benefits for cold storage or ice plants?
Yes, the benefit is provided as per the category-wise targets allocated by the Government of India.
Who is eligible to apply for the benefits?
The applicant must be a native of Gujarat state, with a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software and a valid fishing license.
What approval is needed before making any purchase?
The applicant must obtain in-principle approval before purchasing the floor plan or related unit.
Where should the applicant register to apply for assistance?
The applicant should register online through the official iKhedut Gujarat portal.
Are there any special benefits for certain categories of applicants?
Yes, women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes receive higher financial assistance than general category applicants.
Is there any restriction on how many times the assistance can be availed?
Yes, major capital assistance like cold storage modernisation can be availed only once in a lifetime.
What document is required to show eligibility for higher assistance under reserved categories?
A caste certificate is required for SC/ST applicants, and proof of gender is needed for women applicants.
How is the financial assistance released to the applicant?
After verification, the approved amount is directly transferred into the applicant’s bank account.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines cof.gujarat.gov.in
- Scheme Details (Serial No. 9) mariyojana.gujarat.gov.in
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