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Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Medium Biofloc Establishment - Gujarat
Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
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Overview
The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.
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Description
The scheme “Medium Biofloc Establishment 25 tanks, 4-meter diameter and 1-meter height ” is a component under the “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana PMMSY-Inland ” scheme, implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities. Under this scheme, various components of inland fisheries, including the establishment of Medium Biofloc and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems RAS and freshwater hatcheries, are supported to accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies and boost inland fish production. 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.
Exclusions
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Benefits
• The scale of assistance is as follows:
• General Category: 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less, is paid as subsidy.
• Women, 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 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/Aadhaar Card/Passport as proof of identity.
6. > **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**
7. - All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
8. - Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
9. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Online
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.
Online
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…
Online
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'.
Online
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.
Online
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’.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 11: Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Online
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)
• Any other documents (as per requirement)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme related to inland fisheries?
A: Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can apply for this scheme.
<br>
Q: Is there any age limit for applying under this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for this scheme.
<br>
Q: Can women and people from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, all categories, including General, Women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes, are eligible to apply for the scheme.
<br>
Q: Is land ownership necessary to get assistance under this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must have their own private land or land on a lease agreement of at least 10 years to be eligible for construction-related assistance.
<br>
Q: If the land is co-owned, can I still apply for the scheme?
A: Yes, but a consent form from all co-owners must be submitted along with the application.
<br>
Q: Where should I apply to get the benefits of this scheme?
A: Applicants must register and apply online through the iKhedut portal at [https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/).
<br>
Q: Can I apply more than once under this scheme?
A: No, benefits under this scheme can be availed only once in a lifetime.
<br>
Q: Who is responsible for implementing this scheme in Gujarat?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries under the State Government.
<br>
Q: Do I need to have a bank account to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must have their own bank account to be eligible for the scheme.
<br>
Q: What proof of identity is needed to apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant must have Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport as proof of identity.
<br>
Q: Are there any documents required for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants?
A: Yes, SC and ST applicants must provide a valid Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe certificate.
<br>
Q: Can people involved in inland fisheries without any group or organization apply individually?
A: Yes, individuals involved in inland fisheries are also eligible to apply under the scheme.
<br>
Q: How is the financial assistance under this scheme shared between governments?
A: The assistance is paid through 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% from the Government of Gujarat.
<br>
Q: Can this scheme be used for fish farming in areas with limited land and water?
A: Yes, the scheme supports fish farming through methods like Biofloc and RAS, which are suitable for areas with less land and water.
<br>
Q: What is the purpose of setting up freshwater hatcheries under this scheme?
A: The purpose is to increase inland fish production capacity through the establishment of freshwater hatcheries.
<br>
The scheme “Medium Biofloc Establishment 25 tanks, 4-meter diameter and 1-meter height ” is a component under the “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana PMMSY-Inland ” scheme, implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities. Under this scheme, various components of inland fisheries, including the establishment of Medium Biofloc and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems RAS and freshwater hatcheries, are supported to accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies and boost inland fish production. 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.
Exclusions
• <br>
Benefits
• The scale of assistance is as follows:
• General Category: 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less, is paid as subsidy.
• Women, 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 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/Aadhaar Card/Passport as proof of identity.
6. > **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**
7. - All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
8. - Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
9. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Online
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.
Online
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…
Online
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'.
Online
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.
Online
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’.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
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.
Online
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 11: Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Online
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)
• Any other documents (as per requirement)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme related to inland fisheries?
A: Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can apply for this scheme.
<br>
Q: Is there any age limit for applying under this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for this scheme.
<br>
Q: Can women and people from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, all categories, including General, Women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes, are eligible to apply for the scheme.
<br>
Q: Is land ownership necessary to get assistance under this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must have their own private land or land on a lease agreement of at least 10 years to be eligible for construction-related assistance.
<br>
Q: If the land is co-owned, can I still apply for the scheme?
A: Yes, but a consent form from all co-owners must be submitted along with the application.
<br>
Q: Where should I apply to get the benefits of this scheme?
A: Applicants must register and apply online through the iKhedut portal at [https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/).
<br>
Q: Can I apply more than once under this scheme?
A: No, benefits under this scheme can be availed only once in a lifetime.
<br>
Q: Who is responsible for implementing this scheme in Gujarat?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries under the State Government.
<br>
Q: Do I need to have a bank account to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must have their own bank account to be eligible for the scheme.
<br>
Q: What proof of identity is needed to apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant must have Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport as proof of identity.
<br>
Q: Are there any documents required for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants?
A: Yes, SC and ST applicants must provide a valid Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe certificate.
<br>
Q: Can people involved in inland fisheries without any group or organization apply individually?
A: Yes, individuals involved in inland fisheries are also eligible to apply under the scheme.
<br>
Q: How is the financial assistance under this scheme shared between governments?
A: The assistance is paid through 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% from the Government of Gujarat.
<br>
Q: Can this scheme be used for fish farming in areas with limited land and water?
A: Yes, the scheme supports fish farming through methods like Biofloc and RAS, which are suitable for areas with less land and water.
<br>
Q: What is the purpose of setting up freshwater hatcheries under this scheme?
A: The purpose is to increase inland fish production capacity through the establishment of freshwater hatcheries.
<br>
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/Aadhaar Card/Passport as proof of identity.
6
> **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**
7
- All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
8
- Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
9
<br>
Benefits
The scale of assistance is as follows:
General Category: 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less, is paid as subsidy.
Women, 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 subsidy.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhaar Card/Passport (as proof of identity) |
| 2 | Bank Account Details |
| 3 | Land Ownership Documents (if applicant has own private land) |
| 4 | Lease Agreement (minimum 10 years, if applicable) |
| 5 | Consent Form of Co-owners (in case of co-owned land) |
| 6 | Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Certificate (for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries) |
| 7 | Any other documents (as per requirement) |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Online Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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.
Online 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.
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…
Online 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'.
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'.
Online 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'.
5
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Online Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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’.
Online 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’.
7
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Online Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
8
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Online Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
9
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Online Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
10
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Online Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
11
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Online Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can apply for this scheme. <br>
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