PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat

Description
The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana PMMSY ” with the component of "Upgradation of Existing Fishing Vessels for Export Competency", introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernise cold chain infrastructure to preserve fish health, uplift fishermen, and enhance value chain efficiency. Through this scheme, financial support is provided to fishermen and related beneficiaries for constructing ice plants or storage units with a minimum capacity of 30 tonnes, ensuring hygienic fish storage and better returns. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from the State Government. Objective of the scheme - Marine production in the Gujarat state is one of the leading in the country. The state lags in exports due to non-norms. So, cold storage/ice plant modernisation is necessary to keep the fish in a healthy condition. - Insulated vehicle, three-wheeler with ice box, including e-rickshaw, and live fish vending centre to deliver the fish in hygienic condition to the consumer, so that the consumer customer can get fresh and clean fish from the local area and get good returns to the sellers. - Around 27,000 small and large boats are operating in the state. To strengthen the safety and security of the fishermen and increase the income of the boat owner, replacement of the existing boats is necessary to increase the sea growth of the existing boats.

Benefits
• Unit cost : ₹15,00,000/-.
• General category : 40% assistance, i.e., ₹6,00,000/-.
• Women, Scheduled Castes (SC), and Scheduled Tribes (ST) : 60% assistance, i.e., ₹9,00,000/-.
• The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state.
2. The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software.
3. The applicant should hold a fishing license.
4. The applicant should complete the online registration on the [iKhedut Portal](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/).1. The applicant should obtain in-principle approval before purchase of the floor plan.
5. The applicant should have his/her own bank account.
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7. - Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost.
8. - General category beneficiaries are eligible for 40% assistance of the unit cost.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.

Step 2: 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.
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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: 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 A…
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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: 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'.
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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'.

Step 5: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.

Step 6: 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’.
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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 7: Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
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Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.

Step 8: Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
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Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.

Step 9: Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
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Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.

Step 10: Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
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Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.

Step 11: Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.

Required Documents
• Aadhar Card
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque
• Caste Certificate
• Copy of license
• Identity Card
• Passport Size Photos
• Quotations
• Ration Card

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for financial assistance under this component?
A: Any beneficiary who is a native of Gujarat, holds a valid fishing license, and has a boat registered under Real Craft software is eligible.
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Q: Is there a requirement for a bank account to receive the benefit?
A: Yes, the beneficiary must have his or her own active bank account to avail the assistance.
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Q: Can I apply more than once for this assistance?
A: No, the benefit can only be claimed once in a lifetime.
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Q: What is the unit cost considered for upgradation of fishing vessels?
A: The unit cost is fixed at ₹15.00 lakhs.
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Q: How much assistance is given to a general category beneficiary?
A: A general category beneficiary can receive 40% assistance, which amounts to ₹6.00 lakhs.
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Q: What percentage of assistance is provided to women, SC, and ST beneficiaries?
A: Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance, which amounts to ₹9.00 lakhs.
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Q: Who decides the allocation of benefits under this component?
A: The benefit is provided as per the category-wise target allocated by the Government of India.
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Q: What is the contribution pattern between the central and state governments?
A: The central government contributes 60% and the state government contributes 40% towards the assistance.
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Q: Is it mandatory to get approval before purchasing or upgrading the vessel?
A: Yes, in-principle approval must be obtained before purchasing the floor plan for upgradation.
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Q: Where should I register to apply for this assistance?
A: Beneficiaries need to do online registration through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
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Q: Are small boat owners also eligible for this benefit?
A: Yes, both small and large boat owners can apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
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Q: What is the minimum time limit fixed for reclaiming the benefit under this component?
A: The minimum time limit prescribed for reclaiming the benefit is once in a lifetime, with no repeat claims allowed.
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