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Supply of Insulated Boxes

A subsidy to the extent of 75% of the cost for the purchase of an insulated box of at least 50 liters capacity. Only the fisherman engaged in selling and marketing fish, fishing at sea with a canoe, and fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel with upto 6-cylinder engines are eligible.

Authority

State

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

For the Beneficiary Engaged in Selling/Marketing Fish | One insulated box of 50 liters capacity will be entitled to a subsidy to the extent of 75% of the cost limited to ₹ 1,500/-. | For the Beneficiary Engaged in Fishing at Sea With a Canoe | One insulated box of 100 liters and one box of 220 liters capacity and subsidy to the extent of 75% of the cost limited to ₹ 7,000/- respectively. | For the Beneficiary Engaged in Fishing at Sea With a Mechanized Fishing Vessel Upto 6 Cylinder Engine | One insulated box of 220 liters and one insulated box of 400 liters capacity and subsidy to the extent of 75% of the cost limited to ₹ 15,000/- respectively.

Who can apply

A fisherman engaged in selling and marketing fish.; A fisherman engaged in fishing at sea with a canoe.; A fisherman engaged in fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel with up to 6-cylinder engines.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the address for submitting the duly filled and signed application form for the insulated boxes scheme?

The application form should be submitted to the concerned authority at the Directorate of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa, or to the official posted at BDO Office/Sub-Offices.

What are the contact details for the Directorate of Fisheries in Panaji Goa?

The contact details are Tel: (O) 2224838, Tel: (Dir) 2227780, Fax: (0832) 2231049, Email: dir-fish.goa@nic.in, Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.

How can citizens register dissatisfaction or complaints about the service standards of the Department of Fisheries?

Citizens can register complaints with the Grievance Redressal Officer through dir-fish.goa@nic.in, and the final action will be communicated within 30 days.

What is the subsidy percentage for beneficiaries engaged in selling/marketing fish, fishing at sea with a canoe, and fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel?

The subsidy is 75% of the cost for all eligible beneficiaries, with varying limits depending on the capacity of the insulated box.

Where can citizens find the guidelines for the "Supply of Insulated Boxes" scheme?

The guidelines are available on the Department of Fisheries website at https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/schemes-services/.

What is the process for submitting the application form for the insulated boxes scheme?

The process involves taking a print of the prescribed application form, filling in all mandatory fields, attaching required documents, and submitting the form to the Directorate of Fisheries in Panaji Goa or to the official at BDO Office/Sub-Offices.

For the 50 liters capacity insulated boxes for active fish sellers, what certificates and documents are necessary?

Required documents include a certificate from the Village Panchayat/Municipality indicating active engagement in the retail sale of fish and a copy of the Aadhaar Card.

What documents are needed for the 100 & 220 liters capacity insulated boxes for fishing canoes?

The necessary documents include a copy of the Vessel Registration Certificate, the latest copy of the Fishing License/Certificate, the updated Net License Book, and a copy of the Aadhaar Card.

What documents are required for the 400 & 220 liters capacity insulated boxes for fishing vessels?

Documents required include a copy of the Vessel Registration Certificate, the latest copy of the Fishing License/Certificate, the updated Net License Book, and a copy of the Aadhaar Card.

What are the benefits for beneficiaries engaged in selling/marketing fish, fishing at sea with a canoe, and fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel?

For selling/marketing fish, one insulated box of 50 liters is entitled to a 75% subsidy, limited to [?]1,500/-. For fishing at sea with a canoe, one 100-liter box and one 220-liter box receive a 75% subsidy, limited to [?]7,000/-. For fishing at sea with a mechanized vessel up to 6-cylinder engines, one 220-liter box and one 400-liter box get a 75% subsidy, limited to [?]15,000/-.

Are there any specific deadlines mentioned for submitting applications for the insulated boxes scheme?

There are no application deadlines for the scheme.

What is the application mode for the "Supply of Insulated Boxes" scheme, and is there any application fee?

The application mode is offline, and there is no application fee.