Fisheries Schemes in India (List)

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-yojana (PM-MKSSY): COMPONENT 1A: Formalization of Fisheries Sector and Facilitating Access of Fisheries Microenterprises to Government of India Programs for Working Capital Financing

The scheme aims to formalise fisheries microenterprises and facilitate their access to institutional working capital finance through small grants and credit intermediaries. It benefits fisheries sector stakeholders registered on NFDP with verifiable credit needs and valid bank accounts.

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-yojana (PM-MKSSY): COMPONENT 1B: One-Time Incentive for the Adoption of Aquaculture Insurance

The Component 1B of PM-MKSSY provides a one-time incentive to eligible applicants who have availed institutional credit for fisheries-related activities. The objective is to encourage formal credit adoption and support the repayment capacity of fisheries microenterprises.

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Establishment of Backyard mini RAS Units – Haryana

Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of subsidies is provided to eligible beneficiaries for establishing these units. Various surface and groundwater sources such as canals, rivers, springs, open wells, and tube wells can be utilized for operating RAS units.

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

Introduced by the Department of Fisheries, Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) is a scheme to bring about ecologically healthy, economically viable, and socially inclusive development of the fisheries sector of India.

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Motor Cycle with Ice Box – Haryana

The scheme aims to strengthen fish transportation infrastructure and ensure the freshness and quality of fish during transit. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to fishers for purchasing motorcycles equipped with ice boxes, ensuring efficient and hygienic fish transport.

Financial Assistance for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys for Fishermen

“Financial Assistance for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys for Fishermen” is a scheme by the Dept. of Fisheries, Govt. of Goa. Through this scheme, financial assistance amounting to ₹50% is provided by the Government to eligible fishermen for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys.

Subsidy for the Purchase of Wooden/Fiber Reinforced Plastic/Steel Mechanised Boats

The scheme “Subsidy for the Purchase of Wooden/Fiber Reinforced Plastic/Steel Mechanised Boats” is introduced by the Government of Puducherry with the objective of increasing marine fish production by extending subsidies for the procurement of wooden/fiber-reinforced plastic/steel mechanized boats.

Grant of Subsidy for Procurement of Vehicle

“Grant of Subsidy for Procurement of Vehicle” aims to facilitate the quick transportation of fish catches from landing centers to marketing places, thereby preventing/minimizing spoilage of fish. It provides a 50% subsidy for the procurement of specified vehicles.

Grant of 50% Subsidy for the Purchase of Aquarium and Its Accessories under “Development of Freshwater Aquaculture and Setting up of Aquarium, Ornamental Fish Breeding Centre”

“Grant of 50% Subsidy for the Purchase of Aquarium and Its Accessories” is introduced with the objective to propagate the importance of aquarium keeping and to inculcate the art of aquarium keeping among the general public. The scheme is extended to all the regions of Puducherry.

Financial Assistance for Construction/ Purchase of Wooden/ FRP Fishing Vessel (Canoe) for Fishermen

Through this scheme, 50% of the actual cost of the Wooden/ Fiber-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Fishing Vessel (Canoe) purchased by the fishermen is covered by the Government of Goa. The applicant will be entitled to a subsidy grant once every four years on one craft per family household.

“Annual Insurance Premium for Boat Owners” under “Financial Assistance for Availing Subsidy Components for the Development of Marine Fisheries”

“Annual Insurance Premium for Boat Owners” under “Financial Assistance for Availing Subsidy Components for the Development of Marine Fisheries” is introduced to increase marine fish production through subsidies for the annual premiums for insurance coverage paid by the mechanized boat operators.

“Input Assistance to Farmers for Taking up Fish Farming in Farm Ponds” Component of the “Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana” Scheme

The objective of this scheme is to increase the inland fish production, and to enhance the income of farmers in the State though aquaculture. Input assistance is provided to the farmers who have excavated farm ponds under MGNREGA for facilitating the production of fingerling and fish.

“Financial Grant for Reactivation of Mechanised Boats” under “Financial Assistance for Availing Subsidy Components for the Development of Marine Fisheries”

The scheme “Financial Grant for Reactivation of Mechanised Boats” is introduced by the Govt of Puducherry with the objective of increasing marine fish production by extending financial grants for the reactivation of wooden/steel mechanized boats.

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.

Financial Assistance to Take up Value Addition to Seafood

Through this scheme, individuals who have been residents of Goa for the last 15 years, and are interested in setting up a unit for value-added fisheries products are provided financial assistance as a subsidy of 50% of the cost for the Construction or Renovation of the Unit/ Purchase of Equipment.

Interest Subsidy on Loans for Agriculture and Allied Activities

“Interest Subsidy on Loans for Agriculture and Allied Activities” is a scheme by the Dept. of Fisheries, Govt. of Goa. The bonafide agriculturist, individual of the animal husbandry/fisheries sector from Goa are provided a loan of upto ₹ 5,00,000 for the purpose of Agriculture and Allied Activities.

“Fishing Ban Period Assistance” under “Welfare and Relief for Fishermen During Lean Seasons and Natural Calamities Scheme”

The scheme “Fishing Ban Period Assistance” under “Welfare and Relief for Fishermen During Lean Seasons and Natural Calamities Scheme” is introduced with the objective of assisting fishermen families who are deprived of income during natural calamities and fishing ban periods.

Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme

The scheme “Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme” by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Jharkhand, enhances fish production and livelihood opportunities for registered fisheries cooperatives through the provision of fish fingerlings, boats, and nets.

Intensive Fisheries Development Programme – Subsidy on Purchase of Fishing Nets (Scheduled Caste)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals from Scheduled Caste families engaged in fishing activities for the purchase of fishing nets. Under this scheme, a 60% subsidy or up to ₹24,000, on the purchase of fishing nets worth ₹40,000/- will be provided to eligible beneficiaries.