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Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Scheme For Fish Sale Equipment - Gujarat

The scheme aims to increase fish production and provide employment to Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals engaged in inland fisheries. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided for purchasing fish sale equipment to SC fish farmers and fishermen.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Assistance is provided at 50% of the total unit purchase cost of ₹15,000/-, which amounts to ₹7,500/-. | This assistance covers four components: | - An insulated box (₹1,000/-), | - A box (₹500/-), | - A renkadi (₹5,000/-), | - A weighing unit (₹1,000/-). | Frequency of Disbursement: This benefit can be availed once in a lifetime.

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.; The applicant should be above 18 years of age.; The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.; The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.; The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.; The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible to receive assistance for purchasing fish sale equipment?

Only individuals from the Scheduled Caste community involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible to receive assistance for fish sale equipment.

Can a private fisheries unit apply for this benefit?

Yes, private units involved in inland fisheries activities can apply for this benefit.

I am part of a self-help group working in fisheries. Can we avail this assistance?

Yes, self-help groups involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible to apply for the benefit.

Is there any age limit to apply for assistance?

Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the scheme.

How many times can one apply for this benefit?

This assistance can be availed only once in a lifetime by each beneficiary.

Can this benefit be availed without a bank account?

No, the beneficiary must have a bank account to receive the financial assistance.

Where can I apply for this assistance?

Applications must be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Does the scheme focus on any specific type of fishing?

The scheme is focused on inland fisheries activities, including fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds, and catching fish from rivers.

How can I track my application status after applying?

You can check the status of your application by logging into the iKhedut portal with your registered credentials.