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Financial Assistance for Purchase of Fuel (Petrol) to the Fishermen for Operation of Out Board Motors

The scheme “Financial Assistance for Purchase of Fuel (Petrol) to the Fishermen for Operation of Out Board Motors” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, a subsidy of ₹30 per Litre on a maximum consumption of 1700 Litre of Petrol is provided to fishermen.

Authority

State

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Subsidy of ₹ 30 per Litre on a maximum consumption of 1000 Litre of Petrol. | - For SC/ST, a Subsidy of ₹ 30 per Litre on a maximum consumption of 1100 Litre of Petrol. | - The benefits can be availed every year.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.; The applicant should be a resident of Goa.; The applicant's fishing canoe should be registered under the Merchant Shipping Act, of 1958 and the rules framed there under.; The applicant should be a member of the Registered Fisheries Co-operative Societies/ Association or Individual.; The applicant should not be a defaulter of the Directorate of Fisheries.; The applicant should not be a violator of the Goa Daman & Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Act,1980 (Act No.3 of 1981).; Petrol OBM (Out Board Motors) having 10HP or below should be incorporated on the Fishing Vessel/Canoe.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Are there any penalties or disqualifications mentioned for defaulters or violators of specific acts?

Yes, the applicant should not be a defaulter of the Directorate of Fisheries or a violator of the Goa Daman & Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1980.

Can the application form be submitted online, or is it only accepted in person?

As per the guidelines, the filled and signed application form, along with documents, should be submitted to the Directorate of Fisheries or designated offices.

Can an applicant apply for the scheme if their fishing canoe is not registered under the Merchant Shipping Act?

No, eligibility criteria include the fishing canoe being registered under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, and the rules framed thereunder.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

Unfortunately, there is no compensation specified for the delay in disbursal of scheme benefits.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Also Apply To This Scheme?

No, this scheme is exclusively for permanent residents of the state. Neighboring state applicants are not eligible.

Is there an application deadline for this scheme?

The information does not specify an application deadline.

Are there any specific provisions for persons with disabilities under this scheme?

The information does not mention specific provisions for persons with disabilities.

What actions are taken to address grievances registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer?

All complaints will be acknowledged, and final actions will be communicated within 30 days.

Can individuals with Petrol Out Board Motors above 10HP apply for the scheme?

No, the scheme specifies that only Petrol OBM with 10HP or below should be incorporated on the Fishing Vessel/Canoe.

What is the maximum petrol consumption limit for SC/ST beneficiaries under the scheme?

SC/ST beneficiaries have a maximum allowable petrol consumption of 1100 litres, with a subsidy of [?]30 per litre.

How can one contact the Grievance Redressal Officer for the Department?

The Grievance Redressal Officer can be contacted through the email dir-fish.goa@nic.in or by registering complaints on the provided link.

Can you provide details on the location for submitting the application form?

The filled application form and documents should be submitted to the Directorate of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa, or at the designated BDO Office/ Sub-Offices.

Is there a restriction on the horsepower of Petrol Out Board Motors (OBM) incorporated on the Fishing Vessel/Canoe?

Yes, the scheme specifies that Petrol OBM of 10HP or below should be incorporated on the Fishing Vessel/Canoe.

How frequently can a beneficiary avail themselves of the benefits outlined in the scheme?

The beneficiary is entitled to avail these benefits every year.