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To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Fish Seed Rearing by Women - Gujarat

The scheme aims to increase fish production through inland fisheries and provide employment opportunities, particularly to Scheduled Tribe women engaged in fish seed rearing.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The ₹90/- will be paid per 1,000 numbers, with a minimum 30% recovery for spawn to fry. | - The rearing time for fish seed is 30 days. | - Minimum 1 year required before reclaiming benefits under this component again.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.; The applicant must be an Individual woman involved in inland fisheries activities.; The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribe.; The applicant must be above 18 years.; The beneficiary fisherwoman must have her own bank account.; 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

What is the objective of the scheme?

The objective is to increase fish production and provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribe women involved in inland fisheries.

Who can apply for the fish seed rearing by women scheme?

Women belonging to Scheduled Tribes involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible to apply.

Is there any age requirement for applying under this scheme?

Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to apply.

Do I need to belong to a Scheduled Tribe to apply?

Yes, only women belonging to Scheduled Tribes are eligible under this component.

What is the minimum recovery rate required to avail the assistance?

A minimum of 30% recovery from spawn to fry is mandatory to receive the benefit.

How long does the fish seed rearing cycle take?

The fish seed rearing process is expected to be completed in 30 days.

Can the benefit be claimed again within the same year?

No, a minimum period of 1 year is required before reclaiming benefits under this component.

Where can I apply for this benefit?

You can apply through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Is there a restriction on how often I can apply for this benefit?

Yes, there must be a gap of at least 1 year before reapplying for the same benefit.

Do I need to upload documents online while applying?

Yes, documents such as identity proof, Scheduled Tribe certificate, and bank account details must be uploaded on the portal.