Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Establishment of New Fresh Water Fin Fish Hatchery - Gujarat
₹12–₹18 lakh subsidy to set up freshwater fin fish hatchery · inland fisheries · Gujarat PMMSY
Individuals and organizations in inland fisheries in Gujarat can get a one-time subsidy to establish a new freshwater fin fish hatchery for producing fish seed. Unit cost is ₹30 lakh; general category receives 40% (₹12 lakh) and women/SC/ST receive 60% (₹18 lakh). Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
Individuals and organizations in inland fisheries in Gujarat can get a one-time subsidy to establish a new freshwater fin fish hatchery for producing fish seed. Unit cost is ₹30 lakh; general category receives 40% (₹12 lakh) and women/SC/ST receive 60% (₹18 lakh). Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland)" with the component of the Establishment of New Fresh Water Fin Fish Hatchery, introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims provide financial assistance for various inland fisheries activities, establishment of freshwater hatcheries, and support for advanced fish farming methods are provided to individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir leaseholders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities. 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:
- Increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.
- 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 on 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
- Unit cost: ₹30,00,000 per freshwater fin fish hatchery
- General category: 40% of unit cost = up to ₹12 lakh subsidy
- Women/SC/ST category: 60% of unit cost = up to ₹18 lakh subsidy
- Funded 60% by Central Government and 40% by State Government
- One-time benefit per beneficiary (once in a lifetime)
💡 Why Startups Should Care
A freshwater fin fish hatchery is the supply-chain anchor for the entire aquaculture ecosystem in Gujarat — at ₹30 lakh with 60% government support (₹18 lakh for women/SC/ST), a hatchery startup can produce and sell fingerlings to every pond farmer in the region, making it a high-leverage infrastructure investment.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have an active bank account
- Must own private land or hold a minimum 10-year land lease agreement
- SC/ST applicants need a caste certificate to claim higher subsidy
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 primary goal of this scheme for inland fisheries?
The main objective is to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and to create employment opportunities for people involved in inland fisheries.
How does this scheme aim to accelerate inland fish farming activities?
It aims to accelerate inland fish farming by boosting activities in freshwater bodies, increasing production, and promoting inland fisheries.
Can fish production be increased in limited land and water resources under this scheme?
Yes, by creating fish tanks using methods like Biofloc with source and Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS), more fish can be produced in less land and water.
What is the benefit of increasing the number of beneficiaries under the subsidy of this scheme?
If more beneficiaries receive the subsidy, more fish production can be achieved with less water source and less land.
Can fish tanks be created with less land and less water under this scheme?
Yes, by creating fish tanks using Biofloc with source or Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS), more fish production can be obtained in less land and less water.
What is the benefit of increasing the number of beneficiaries under the subsidy of this scheme?
If more beneficiaries receive the subsidy, more fish production can be achieved with less water source and less land.
Who is eligible to take advantage of the components of this scheme under inland schemes?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir leaseholders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can take advantage of the components.
What percentage of assistance is provided for the general category under the "Establishment of New Fresh Water Fin Fish Hatchery" component?
40% of the unit cost is provided as assistance for the general category.
What percentage of assistance is provided for women beneficiaries under this hatchery component?
60% of the unit cost is provided as assistance for women beneficiaries.
What is the minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits for the "Establishment of New Fresh Water Fin Fish Hatchery" component?
The minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits is once in a lifetime.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar card, or Passport (identity proof)
- Bank account details
- Land ownership documents (if you own private land)
- Lease agreement of minimum 10 years (if applicable)
- Consent form of co-owners (if land is co-owned)