Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir - Gujarat
40% subsidy on fish fingerling stocking · Gujarat water bodies · per hectare support
This Gujarat state scheme under PMMSY-Inland provides financial assistance to stock fish fingerlings in reservoirs at a density of 1,000 fingerlings per hectare, helping increase fish production in Gujarat's water bodies. The cost per fingerling is Rs 3, with a 40-60% subsidy depending on applicant category. Applications are submitted online via the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat state scheme under PMMSY-Inland provides financial assistance to stock fish fingerlings in reservoirs at a density of 1,000 fingerlings per hectare, helping increase fish production in Gujarat's water bodies. The cost per fingerling is Rs 3, with a 40-60% subsidy depending on applicant category. Applications are submitted online via the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland) with the component of the Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir (1000 fingerlings/ha) (3.0 lakh / 1 lakh fingerlings, introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, Through this scheme, various forms of assistance are provided for inland fisheries activities to individuals, societies, self-help groups, and other private entities. 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 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
- Stocking rate: 1,000 fingerlings per hectare; unit cost of Rs 3 per fingerling
- General category: 40% subsidy on unit cost
- Women, SC, and ST categories: 60% subsidy on unit cost
- Benefit can be availed only once in a lifetime
- Funded jointly: 60% from Government of India, 40% from Government of Gujarat
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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 land (if construction-related); 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
Exclusions
- Not available for stocking in ineligible or encroached water bodies
- Fingerlings must be sourced from government-approved hatcheries — private hatcheries without empanelment are not covered
How to Apply
- Contact your local Fisheries Department office for the stocking fingerling programme application cycle.
- Identify the water body (pond, reservoir, or tank) to be stocked and confirm it is eligible.
- Submit an application with water body details, stocking plan, and bank account information.
- Department verifies the water body and approves the stocking density.
- Purchase fingerlings from a government-approved hatchery and submit purchase receipts.
- Subsidy is credited to your bank account after verification of stocking records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who all are eligible to apply for the benefits under this scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can take advantage of the components of this scheme.
What is the minimum age required to be eligible for this scheme?
An applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible to apply for the benefits.
Do I need to own the land to receive construction-related assistance?
To avail of assistance for construction, you must have either your own private land or a land lease agreement for a minimum of 10 years.
What if the land I want to use for the project is co-owned by others?
If the land is co-owned, you must submit a consent form from all the co-owners to be eligible for the assistance.
How much assistance will I get for stocking fingerlings in a reservoir?
For stocking fingerlings, you will receive assistance of 40% of the unit cost if you are in the general category, and 60% if you are a woman, or belong to the SC or ST category.
How is the assistance amount for stocking fingerlings distributed between the government and me?
The assistance is paid through a 60% contribution from the Government of India and a 40% contribution from the State Government.
What is the maximum number of fingerlings that can be stocked per hectare under this component?
The standard of assistance for stocking fingerlings in reservoirs is 1,000 fingerlings per hectare.
How does this scheme help in increasing fish production?
The scheme increases fish production by supporting activities like rearing fish in reservoirs, accelerating inland fish farming in freshwater bodies, and establishing freshwater hatcheries.
What documents are accepted as proof of identity for the application?
You can use a Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhar Card, or Passport as a valid proof of identity for the application.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card
- Water body ownership or lease documents
- Bank account details
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Receipt from approved fingerling supplier/hatchery