Atma Nirbhar Matsya Palan Yojana

Description
The “Atma Nirbhar Matsya Palan Yojana ANMPY ” was launched by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. It aims to promote self-reliant fish farming practices and enhance income generation among Scheduled Tribe ST beneficiaries through aquaculture activities. Under this flagship scheme, a credit-linked front-ended subsidy is provided for fisheries development to individual farmers, Self Help Groups SHGs , and Farmers Producer Organizations FPOs in Arunachal Pradesh. Scheme Implementation The scheme is implemented by the District Fisheries Development Officers DFDOs , under the supervision of District Level Screening Committees DLSCs .

Benefits
• 45% Government Subsidy.
• 45% Bank Loan (credit-linked).
• 10% Beneficiary Contribution.

Eligibility Criteria
1. **Eligibility Criteria for Individual Farmers**
2. The applicant must be a Scheduled Tribe (ST) of Arunachal Pradesh.
3. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
4. The applicant must be between 18 to 60 years of age.
5. The applicant must not be a bank defaulter.
6. The applicant must not be a government servant.
7. The applicant must have experience in fisheries or aquaculture.
8. The applicant must have sufficient and suitable land for aquaculture activity.
9. **Eligibility Criteria for Self-Help Groups (SHGs)**
10. SHGs must be affiliated with APRSLM (Arunachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission).
11. SHGs under NERCOMP (for Changlang) are also eligible.
12. SHGs must be actively engaged in fisheries or aquaculture.
13. **Eligibility Criteria for Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs)**
14. The FPO must be registered.
15. The FPO must have at least 100 shareholders.
16. The FPO must have at least one audited balance sheet.
17. Only FPOs engaged in fisheries/aquaculture are eligible.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Fisheries Development Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled…
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The interested applicant downloads the application form from the official website.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Fisheries Development Officers.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Fisheries Development Officers.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Fisheries Development Officers to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique ident…
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Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Fisheries Development Officers to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• ST Certificate
• Domicile Certificate/Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC)
• Proof of Land Holding (LPC/Certificate from Administrative Officer) (Annexure-I Enclosed)
• Photocopy of 1st page of Bank Passbook
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Agri/Allied Department
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply?
A: ST individuals, SHGs affiliated to APRSLM/NERCOMP, and fisheries-related FPOs in Arunachal Pradesh.

Q: What is the subsidy structure?
A: 45% government subsidy, 45% bank loan, and 10% beneficiary contribution.

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Yes, applicants must be between 18 to 60 years of age.

Q: Can government employees apply?
A: No, the scheme excludes government servants.

Q: Is experience in fisheries mandatory?
A: Yes, for individuals and FPOs, SHGs must be relevant to aquaculture.

Q: Can SHGs outside APRSLM apply?
A: No, SHGs must be under APRSLM (or NERCOMP for Changlang).

Q: Are all applicants selected?
A: No, selection is based on DLSC screening and fund availability.

Q: Who to contact for queries?
A: Visit or contact your district's DFDO office during office hours.

Q: What is required for FPO eligibility?
A: Registration, 100+ shareholders, and an audited balance sheet.

Q: Is the benefit recurring?
A: No, it is a one-time subsidy per financial year.