PMMSY: Insulated vehicles - Gujarat
₹8–₹12 lakh subsidy for insulated fish transport vehicle · Gujarat fisheries under PMMSY
Gujarat fishermen and fish traders can receive financial assistance to purchase an insulated vehicle for transporting fish hygienically, reducing spoilage and improving income. The subsidy is 40% (₹8 lakh) for general applicants or 60% (₹12 lakh) for women/SC/ST, against a unit cost of ₹20 lakh. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Gujarat fishermen and fish traders can receive financial assistance to purchase an insulated vehicle for transporting fish hygienically, reducing spoilage and improving income. The subsidy is 40% (₹8 lakh) for general applicants or 60% (₹12 lakh) for women/SC/ST, against a unit cost of ₹20 lakh. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)” with the component of "Insulated vehicles", 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
- General category: 40% of unit cost = up to ₹8,00,000
- Women / SC / ST category: 60% of unit cost = up to ₹12,00,000
- Unit cost: ₹20,00,000 per insulated vehicle
- Benefit available once in a lifetime
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If your fish-delivery or B2B seafood startup in Gujarat needs to add refrigerated transport, an insulated vehicle subsidy of up to ₹12 lakh (for women entrepreneurs) under PMMSY cuts your fleet capex nearly in half — model your unit economics before the next application window.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a native and resident of Gujarat
- Must have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software
- Must hold a valid fishing license
- Must complete online registration on the I-Khedut portal
- Must obtain in-principle approval before any purchase
- Must have a personal bank account
- Women, SC, and ST applicants qualify for 60% assistance
How to Apply
- Register at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in — click Login → Beneficiary Registration and select your beneficiary type (Farmer, Institutional, or Other).
- Select District, Taluka, and Village, enter your bank account number and name, solve the captcha, and click Save and Next.
- Enter your mobile number and email, click Send OTP, verify with the received OTP, create a password, and click Submit.
- Log in again, click Schemes → Fisheries Schemes, find this scheme, and click Apply.
- Click Apply New to start a new application and fill in all required details.
- Use Update Application to correct any errors, then confirm the application.
- Take a printout of the confirmed application for your records.
- Check application status anytime by logging in to your iKhedut account at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for support to acquire deep sea fishing vessels?
Traditional fishermen are eligible to apply for support under this component.
Is there any requirement regarding the type of fishing vessel to be purchased?
Yes, the support is specifically for acquiring deep-sea fishing vessels suitable for traditional fishermen.
Do I need to be an existing fisherman to avail the benefit?
Yes, the applicant must be a traditional fisherman to qualify for support.
Will financial assistance cover the full cost of the vessel?
No, assistance is provided only as a portion of the cost and not the entire vessel cost.
Is the support given in cash or some other form?
The assistance is given in the form of financial support towards the cost of the vessel.
How often can I claim this benefit?
The support can be claimed only once in a lifetime by an eligible fisherman.
Is there any restriction on the size or capacity of the vessel?
Yes, the vessel must meet the specified norms of deep-sea fishing vessels approved under the scheme.
Do I need prior approval before purchasing a vessel?
Yes, in-principle approval must be obtained before purchasing the vessel.
Will the government decide the number of beneficiaries for this support?
Yes, the number of beneficiaries is subject to the target allocation fixed by the Government of India.
Can I apply if I already own another fishing vessel?
Yes, but the assistance will be only for the acquisition of a deep-sea fishing vessel and once in a lifetime.
Does the scheme provide any preference to specific categories?
Yes, women and SC/ST beneficiaries receive higher assistance compared to the general category.
What percentage of assistance is provided to the general category?
General category fishermen receive 40% assistance of the unit cost.
What percentage of assistance is provided to women and SC/ST fishermen?
Women and SC/ST fishermen receive 60% assistance of the unit cost.
Who shares the financial burden of this support?
The assistance is shared between the Government of India (60%) and the State Government (40%).
How do I apply for this support?
You need to register online through the iKhedut portal (https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
Is having a bank account necessary for availing the benefit?
Yes, the beneficiary must have their own bank account to receive the assistance.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card
- Fishing licence copy
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photograph
- Quotation from supplier