PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat
The scheme aims to boost fish production, exports, and the safety of fishermen. Assistance is given for modernisation, insulated vehicles, and upgradation of fishing vessels to improve income and fish quality.
About the PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat Scheme
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.
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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.
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> Remarks: 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid.
> Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: Once in a lifetime.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state.
- The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software.
- The applicant should hold a fishing license.
- The applicant should complete the online registration on the iKhedut Portal.1. The applicant should obtain in-principle approval before purchase of the floor plan.
- The applicant should have his/her own bank account.
> Preference/Reservation/Relaxation:
- Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost.
- General category beneficiaries are eligible for 40% assistance of the unit cost.
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How to Apply for PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat
Application mode: Online
> Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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: 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: 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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> Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat scheme?
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 ch…
Who is eligible for PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat ?
The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state. The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software. The applicant should hold a fishing license. The applicant should complete the online registration on the iKhedut Portal.1. The applicant should obtain in-principle appr…
What benefits does PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat provide?
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. <br Remarks: 60% contribution…
How can I apply for PMMSY: Upgradation of existing fishing vessels for export Competency - Gujarat ?
Registration Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the &39;Farmer&39; or &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Fa…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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