Financial Assistance to Purchase Outboard Motor of 2HP to 5 HP for Fitting to the Fishing Canoe

Description
“Financial Assistance to Purchase Outboard Motor of 2HP to 5 HP for Fitting to the Fishing Canoe” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. This Scheme has been introduced to grant financial assistance in the form of a subsidy on the purchase of an outboard motor of 2HP to 5 HP for the operation of the fishing canoe below 26 feet. The applications are accepted only in offline mode.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• 50% subsidy, limited to ₹30,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excluding GST).
• 60% subsidy, limited to ₹36,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excluding GST).
• NOTE 1: The financial assistance is provided for only 01 Outboard Motor for fitting to the fishing canoe of below 26 feet.
• NOTE 2: The beneficiary can avail of the scheme every 5 years.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
2. - The applicant should be a resident of Goa.
3. - The applicant&#39;s Fishing Canoe should be registered with the Department of Captain of Ports, Government of Goa.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form from the department by paying ₹50/-.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form from the department by paying ₹50/-.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or to the official posted at BDO Office/ Su…
Offline
Any dissatisfaction or complaint about any service or its standards can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer. The grievance can also be lodged on the link [email protected]. All complaints will be acknowledged by us and final action taken will be communicated within 30 days.

Required Documents
• Vessel Registration Certificate (VRC) issued by the Captain of Ports or the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa, duly incorporating the details of the Outboard Motor purchased.
• River Gill Net Registration Certificate (RGNC) and License Certificate (LC) issued by the Department of Fisheries.
• Undertaking as per proforma.
• Copy of Aadhaar Card.
• Scheduled Tribe/Scheduled Caste Certificate (ST/SC Certificate) (if applicable).
• Mandate Form along with Bank Passbook.
• Caste Certificate/Professional Certificate.
• Original Invoice from the Authorized Dealer towards the purchase of the Outboard Motor of 2HP to 5HP.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Department of Fisheries' website, and where can the guidelines be found?
A: The Department's website is https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/, and guidelines are available at https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/CitizenCharter-2.pdf.

Q: What is the Grievance Redressal process for the scheme?
A: Any dissatisfaction or complaint can be registered with the Grievance Redressal Officer or emailed to [email protected]. The response will be communicated within 30 days.

Q: What is the unit cost of the Outboard Motor for the scheme?
A: The unit cost of the Outboard Motor is [?]60,000 (excluding GST).

Q: Can a beneficiary apply online for the scheme?
A: No, applications are accepted only in offline mode.

Q: Where should the filled application form be submitted?
A: The filled form and documents should be submitted to the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or at the BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria for the scheme?
A: The applicant should be a traditional fisherman, a resident of Goa, and have a registered Fishing Canoe with the Department of Captain of Ports, Government of Goa.

Q: What is the subsidy amount for SC/ST/Woman Category?
A: The subsidy for SC/ST/Woman Category is 60%, limited to [?]36,000 on a unit cost of [?]60,000 (excluding GST).

Q: Is there a specific format for the application form?
A: Yes, the applicant should request the prescribed format from the department by paying [?]50.

Q: What is the Grievance Redressal Officer's contact information?
A: The contact details are Tel: (O) 2224838 Tel: (Dir) 2227780; Fax: (0832)2231049, Email: [email protected].

Q: Are there any specific conditions for the fishing canoe under this scheme?
A: Yes, the fishing canoe should be below 26 feet in length.

Q: What is the process for obtaining the Vessel Registration Certificate (VRC)?
A: The VRC can be obtained from the Captain of Ports or the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa.

Q: Can the subsidy amount exceed the unit cost of the Outboard Motor?
A: No, the subsidy is limited to 50% of the unit cost for the General Category and 60% for SC/ST/Woman Category.

Q: Is the Aadhaar Card mandatory for all applicants?
A: Yes, a copy of the Aadhaar Card is required for the application.

Q: Can a non-resident of Goa apply for the scheme?
A: No, applicants must be residents of Goa to be eligible.

Q: Is there any provision for extending the 5-year application interval?
A: No, the scheme allows application every 5 years with no provision for extension.

Q: Is there a specific authority for verifying the Professional Certificate in the documents?
A: The Department of Fisheries verifies the Caste Certificate/Professional Certificate during the application process.