What you get
Small Biofloc Establishment (7 tanks 4mm diameter and 1.5m height): | Financial Assistance: | - The unit cost is ₹7,50,000/- per unit. | - General Category: 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less. | - Women/Scheduled Caste (S.C.) and Scheduled Tribe (S.T.) Categories: 60% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less. | Mode of Disbursement: Assistance is paid through 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments. | Validity: The benefit for small biofloc establishment can be reclaimed once in a lifetime.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the primary aim of this scheme regarding fish production?
This scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies.
How does this scheme help in boosting inland fisheries activities?
It helps by promoting fish farming in freshwater bodies and by establishing advanced systems like Biofloc and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) for more efficient production.
Beyond increasing fish production, what other main objective does this scheme have?
The scheme also aims to provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.
Can more fish be produced with less land and water under this scheme?
Yes, by creating fish tanks using Biofloc with source as well Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS), more fish production can be obtained in less land and less water.
Who is eligible to take advantage of the components under this scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir leaseholders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can take advantage of the components.
What is the minimum age requirement to be an applicant for this scheme?
The applicant must be above 18 years of age.
Do I need to own land to receive construction-related assistance under this scheme?
You must either have your own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail of construction-related assistance.
What is the standard unit cost for the establishment of a small Biofloc unit under this scheme?
The standard unit cost for a small Biofloc establishment (7 tanks 4mm diameter and 1.5m height) is ₹7,50,000/- per unit.
What is the percentage of assistance provided for the General Category for a small Biofloc establishment?
The scale of assistance for the General Category is 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
How is the assistance for this scheme primarily funded?
Assistance is paid through 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments.