About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to boost inland fish production and create employment. It provides financial support for setting up Small RAS units for eligible beneficiaries.
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland) with the component of Establishment of Small RAS (with 1 tank of minimum 100m3/tank capacity 10t/crop) culture system" by the Department of Fisheries, Government of India, aims to increase inland fish production by promoting fish rearing in reservoirs and providing employment to individuals involved in inland fisheries activities.
Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided for setting up Small Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) units, enabling higher fish yield using minimal land and water resources. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% from the Government of Gujarat.
Objective:
- Assistance is provided for accelerating inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies, increasing inland fish production and boosting inland fisheries.
- Except for water bodies or ponds, in less land, less water, Biofloc with source as well, Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS). By creating fish tanks with this method, more fish production can be obtained in less land and less water. If more beneficiaries get the benefit of the subsidy of this scheme, more fish production can be achieved with less water sources and less land.
- Inland fish production capacity can be increased by the establishment of freshwater hatcheries.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Establishment of Small RAS Culture System Gujarat (PMMSYESRGUJ) |
|---|---|
| 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
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Beneficiaries can receive assistance for the Establishment of Small RAS (with 1 tank of a minimum 100m3/tank capacity 10t/crop) culture system.
- For the general category, the standard of assistance will be 40% of the unit cost Rs. 7,50,000/unit or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
- For women, Scheduled Caste (SC), and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories, the standard of assistance will be 60% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
Mode of Disbursement: Assistance is paid through 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments.
Validity: The benefit can be reclaimed once in a lifetime.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities.
- The applicant must be above 18 years of age.
- The applicant must have their own bank account.
- The applicant must have their own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related assistance on land. In case of co-owners, the consent form of co-owners must be submitted.
- The applicant must have a Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhar Card/Passport as proof of identity.
Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:
- All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
- Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
Who is not eligible
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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
How can I increase fish production and get employment in inland fisheries activities through this scheme?
This scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities, including through accelerating inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies and boosting inland fisheries.
What are the specific goals of this scheme for inland fish farming?
The scheme specifically aims to accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies, increase inland fish production, and boost inland fisheries. It also seeks to obtain more fish production in less land and less water by creating fish tanks using Biofloc with source as well as Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS).
Can this scheme help increase fish production even with limited land and water resources?
Yes, by creating fish tanks with Biofloc and Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) methods, more fish production can be obtained even with less land and less water.
Do I need to own land to receive construction-related assistance under this scheme?
Yes, you must have your own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related assistance on land.
Is there any age requirement to be eligible for this scheme's benefits?
Yes, the applicant should be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the scheme.
What is the specific component covered under this scheme for which assistance is provided?
Assistance is provided for the Establishment of Small RAS (with 1 tank of minimum 100m3/tank capacity 10t/crop) culture system.
If I am a woman applicant, what percentage of the unit cost or actual cost will I receive as assistance?
For women, the standard of assistance will be 60% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
If I am an ST category applicant, what percentage of the unit cost or actual cost will I receive as assistance?
For ST categories, the standard of assistance will be 60% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
Is there a limit on how many times I can receive benefits for the Establishment of Small RAS under this scheme?
Yes, the minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits for the Establishment of Small RAS is once in a lifetime.
What happens if I don't have private land but have a lease agreement?
You can still avail construction related assistance if you have a minimum 10 years lease agreement for land.
References and official sources
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- Guidelines agri.gujarat.gov.in
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