PMMSY: Motorcycle with Ice Box - Gujarat
₹30,000–₹45,000 subsidy on motorcycle with ice box · Gujarat fish vendors · PMMSY
Gujarat fishermen and fish vendors can get a subsidy to purchase a motorcycle fitted with an ice box for delivering fresh fish hygienically to local customers. The scheme covers up to ₹30,000 (general) or ₹45,000 (women/SC/ST) of the ₹75,000 unit cost. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Gujarat fishermen and fish vendors can get a subsidy to purchase a motorcycle fitted with an ice box for delivering fresh fish hygienically to local customers. The scheme covers up to ₹30,000 (general) or ₹45,000 (women/SC/ST) of the ₹75,000 unit cost. 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 "Motorcycle with Ice Box", 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 modernisation 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 ₹30,000
- Women / SC / ST category: 60% of unit cost = up to ₹45,000
- Unit cost: ₹75,000 per motorcycle with ice box
- Benefit available once in a lifetime
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Hyperlocal fish-delivery platforms that supply vendors in Gujarat can help their vendor-partners apply for this subsidy — a subsidised motorcycle with ice box expands each vendor's delivery radius and order capacity, directly improving your supply-chain throughput without you bearing the asset cost.
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
What is the total cost of a motorcycle with an ice box under this scheme?
The total unit cost of a motorcycle with an ice box is ₹75,000/-.
How much financial assistance can a general category beneficiary receive?
A general category beneficiary can receive 40% assistance, which is up to ₹30,000/-.
How much assistance is given to women and SC/ST category beneficiaries?
Women and SC/ST category beneficiaries can receive 60% assistance, which is up to ₹45,000/-.
Is the benefit provided under this scheme available more than once?
No, the benefit is available only once in a lifetime.
Who decides the allocation of benefits under this scheme?
The allocation of benefits is made as per the target (category) fixed by the Government of India.
What is the contribution ratio between the Government of India and State Governments?
The Government of India contributes 60%, and the State Governments contribute 40%.
Can all categories of beneficiaries get the same amount of assistance?
No, the assistance differs: the general category gets 40%, while women and SC/ST beneficiaries get 60%.
Is there a specific category-wise target under this scheme?
Yes, the benefit is available as per the category-wise target allocated by the Government of India.
Is the scheme only for individuals or can groups also apply?
The scheme provides assistance to individual beneficiaries only, as per the specified categories.
Will the financial assistance be provided in full or shared?
The financial assistance is shared, with 60% paid by the Government of India and 40% by the State Governments.
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