Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Large Biofloc Establishment Culture System - Gujarat
This Gujarat state scheme under PMMSY-Inland subsidizes the establishment of a large-scale Biofloc fish farming system comprising 50 tanks (each 4 m diameter, 1.5 m height) — a technology that allows high fish production in limited land and water. The project cost is Rs 50 lakh, with subsidies of 40-60% for eligible applicants. Applications are submitted through the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat state scheme under PMMSY-Inland subsidizes the establishment of a large-scale Biofloc fish farming system comprising 50 tanks (each 4 m diameter, 1.5 m height) — a technology that allows high fish production in limited land and water. The project cost is Rs 50 lakh, with subsidies of 40-60% for eligible applicants. Applications are submitted through the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme “Large Biofloc Establishment (50 tanks 4-meter diameter and 1.5-meter height) Culture System” is a component under the “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland)” scheme, implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs, provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities, accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies, and boost inland fisheries. Under this scheme, subsidies for establishing Biofloc and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) are provided to individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, 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:
- 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
- Project unit cost: Rs 50,00,000 per large Biofloc establishment (50 tanks)
- General category: 40% subsidy on unit cost (up to Rs 20,00,000)
- Women, SC, and ST categories: 60% of unit cost or 40% of actual cost, whichever is less (effective up to Rs 20,00,000)
- Benefit can be availed only once in a lifetime
- Funded jointly: 60% from Government of India, 40% from Government of Gujarat
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an individual, self-help group, society, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities in Gujarat
- Must be above 18 years of age
- Must have a personal bank account
- Must own private land or hold a minimum 10-year lease (for construction-related assistance); co-owner consent form required if applicable
- Valid identity proof required: Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport
- SC/ST applicants must provide a caste certificate to access the higher subsidy rate
How to Apply
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 is the main objective of setting up 50 Biofloc tanks with specific dimensions?
It is aimed at increasing fish production in areas with limited land and water through a controlled, high-density fish farming method.
What is the size of each Biofloc tank supported under the component?
Each tank must have a diameter of 4 meters and a height of 1.5 meters.
How many tanks are required for a complete unit under this component?
A total of 50 tanks are required to constitute one Biofloc unit.
Is financial assistance available for establishing Biofloc tanks?
Yes, financial assistance is available in the form of a subsidy on the unit or actual cost.
How much subsidy is provided to General category beneficiaries?
General category beneficiaries are eligible for a subsidy of 40% of the unit cost or actual cost, whichever is less.
What is the subsidy percentage for SC, ST, and Women beneficiaries?
SC, ST, and Women beneficiaries are eligible for 60% of the unit cost or actual cost, whichever is less.
Is the subsidy based on the unit cost or actual expenditure?
The subsidy is calculated on either the unit cost or the actual cost, whichever is lower.
Can the assistance for setting up Biofloc tanks be availed more than once?
No, the assistance is available only once in a lifetime.
Is owning land mandatory for setting up the Biofloc system?
Yes, applicants must have private land or a lease agreement for at least 10 years.
What document is needed if the land is co-owned by multiple people?
A consent form signed by all co-owners must be submitted with the application.
Can women apply for assistance under the Biofloc tank setup?
Yes, women are eligible and receive a higher subsidy rate of 60%.
Are applicants required to be of a certain minimum age?
Yes, applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Where can one apply to receive assistance for Biofloc tank construction?
Applications must be submitted through the iKhedut Portal (https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
Are any groups or organizations eligible to apply under the scheme?
Yes, societies, self-help groups, associations, and private entities involved in inland fisheries are eligible.
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/Passport (as proof of identity)
- Bank Account Details
- Land Ownership Documents (if applicant has own private land)
- Lease Agreement (minimum 10 years, if applicable)
- Consent Form of Co-owners (in case of co-owned land)
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Certificate (for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries)
- Any other documents (as per requirement)