Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Establishment of Back-Yard Mini RAS Unit Gujarat

Description
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana PMMSY-Inland " with the component of Establishment of Back-Yard Mini RAS Unit, introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to increase fish production by promoting inland fisheries and creating employment opportunities through rearing fish in reservoirs. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to eligible individuals and entities involved in inland fisheries for the establishment of fish hatcheries and fish farming units using advanced technologies such as Recirculating Aquaculture System RAS and Biofloc. 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
• The scheme provides assistance for the establishment of Back-Yard Mini Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) units.
• The unit cost for this component is ₹50,000/- per unit.
• General Category: 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less, is paid as a subsidy.
• Female/Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) Categories: 60% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less, is paid as a subsidy.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities.
2. The applicant must be above 18 years of age.
3. The applicant must have their own bank account.
4. The applicant must have their own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related assistance on land. In case of co-owners, the consent form of co-owners must be submitted.
5. The applicant must have a Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhar Card/Passport as proof of identity.
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8. - All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
9. - Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
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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
• 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)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply under this scheme for inland fish farming in Gujarat?
A: Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries can apply under this scheme.
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Q: Is there any age requirement to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible under this scheme.
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Q: Can women beneficiaries apply for benefits under this scheme?
A: Yes, women beneficiaries are eligible to apply and are also entitled to a higher percentage of assistance under this scheme.
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Q: Is there any special benefit for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants?
A: Yes, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants are eligible for enhanced financial assistance, subject to submission of valid caste certificates.
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Q: Is it necessary to have my own land to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must have their own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related benefits.
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Q: Can the scheme help in areas with limited land and water resources?
A: Yes, the scheme encourages the use of RAS and Biofloc techniques to increase fish production using less land and water.
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Q: Where do I apply for this scheme in Gujarat?
A: Applications can be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
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Q: Can an association of fishers apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, associations involved in inland fisheries are eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme.
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Q: Does the scheme support hatchery development?
A: Yes, the scheme promotes freshwater hatchery establishment to enhance inland fish production.
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Q: What is the purpose of promoting RAS units under this scheme?
A: The aim is to enhance fish production on less land and water using modern, sustainable techniques like RAS.
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Q: How many times can I apply for assistance under this component?
A: You can apply only once, as the benefit is offered once in a lifetime.
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