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Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Installation of Cage in Reservoir - Gujarat

The scheme aims to boost inland fish production and employment in fisheries. It provides financial assistance for cage installation in reservoirs to eligible beneficiaries.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The capital unit cost is ₹1,500/- per cubic meter. | - The operational cost is ₹1,500/- per cubic meter. | - Minimum area per cage: 100 cubic meters.1. For individual beneficiaries: Assistance up to 1,800 cubic meters.1. For Co-operative Societies / SHGs / Joint Liability Groups: | - 600 cubic meter per member | - Maximum up to 7,200 cubic meters water area. | - Subsidy Rate: | - General Category: 40% of unit cost. | - Women / Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes: 60% of unit cost. | - Government Share: 60% Central Government + 40% State Government. | Frequency of Disbursement: One-time benefit for the eligible component.

Who can apply

The applicant must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities.; The applicant must be above 18 years of age.; The applicant must have their own bank account.; The applicant must have their own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related assistance on land. In case of co-owners, the consent form of co-owners must be submitted.; The applicant must have a Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhar Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who can apply for this scheme?

Individuals, Societies, Self-Help Groups, Associations, Reservoir Lease Holders, and Private Entities involved in inland fisheries activities can apply.

Can women also apply for this scheme?

Yes, women are eligible and can apply under this scheme.

Are SC and ST communities eligible for this scheme?

Yes, beneficiaries from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities are eligible and also receive higher assistance.

Is there any age requirement to apply for this scheme?

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

Is land ownership necessary to apply under this scheme?

Yes, the applicant must have private land or land under a minimum 10-year lease agreement.

What if the land is co-owned with others?

In case of co-ownership, a consent form from all co-owners must be submitted.

Is there any online portal for applying under this scheme?

Yes, applications must be submitted through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Can applicants without a bank account apply for this scheme?

No, having a bank account in the applicant's name is mandatory.

What documents are needed as identity proof for applying?

Applicants can use Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport as identity proof.

What is the minimum area required per cage under this scheme?

The area volume of each cage should not be less than 100 cubic meters.

Is there a maximum area limit for individuals under this scheme?

Yes, individual beneficiaries can avail benefits for up to 1,800 cubic meters of water area.

Is there a maximum area limit for groups under this scheme?

Yes, for groups, assistance is available up to 600 cubic meters per member, with a total maximum of 7,200 cubic meters.

What is the cost structure of cage installation under this scheme?

The capital cost and the operational cost of the project are both considered at ₹1,500 per cubic meter.