Fish Farming Schemes in India (List)

State Fisheries Input Scheme

Under this scheme, fish farmers who are already engaged in fish farming are provided a 50% subsidy on the total cost of fish inputs such as fish feed, medicines, and other essential materials required for fish farming.

Scheme for the Welfare of Schedule Caste Families in Fisheries Sector: Subsidy on 2nd Year to 5th Year Lease Money

The objective of the scheme is to provide full-time employment to individuals from Scheduled Caste families in the fisheries sector and uplift their economic status by promoting fish farming through financial assistance for leasing Panchayati ponds or watershed areas.

PMMSY: Installation of Cages in Reservoirs Scheme – Haryana

The scheme aims to promote cage fish farming. It provides grants per unit to the individuals and groups for sustainable aquaculture practices.

Fish Farming Diversification (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe) Scheme

The scheme aims to promote sustainable livelihoods for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe communities through fishery-based diversified activities. Under this scheme, a 60% subsidy is provided to eligible fish farmers for pond renovation & integrated fish farming (duck/poultry/fruit plantation).

Scheme for the Welfare of Schedule Caste Families in Fisheries Sector: Subsidy on 1st Year Lease Money

The objective of the scheme is to provide full-time employment to individuals from Scheduled Caste families in the fisheries sector and to uplift these families by promoting fish farming through financial assistance for leasing Panchayati ponds or watershed areas.

Construction of Ideal Fish Pond Scheme in Hilly Areas

The scheme aims to promote sustainable fish farming through cluster-based pond development. It provides 50% subsidy for pond construction and first-year inputs to eligible individuals and groups.

To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Equipment in Non-Tribal Areas

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to enhance fish seed production and promote inland fisheries in non-tribal areas.