Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Establishment of Medium RAS Culture System Gujarat
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Fishing and hunting
Target Beneficiaries
Individual,Business Entity,Registered Societies,Self Help Groups (SHGS)
Brief Description
The scheme aims to enhance fish production and create employment through sustainable inland fisheries. It provides financial support to eligible beneficiaries for setting up medium-scale RAS units.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities. 1. The applicant must be above 18 years of age. 1. The applicant must have their own bank account. 1. 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. 1. The applicant must have a Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhar Card/Passport as proof of identity. > Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation: - All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes. - Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the &39;Farmer&39; or &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. Step 3: Enter the &39;Company Name&39; and Address if you have selected &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose &39;what type of account holder you are?&39;, enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Save and Next&39;. Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click &39;Send OTP&39;, enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Submit&39;. > Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’. Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open. Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application. > Contact Us: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="**Click here**" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx nis:enabled=true/>.
Required Documents
- Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhaar Card/Passport (as proof of identity)
- Bank Account Details
- Land Ownership Documents (if applicant has own private land)
- Lease Agreement (minimum 10 years, if applicable)
- Consent Form of Co-owners (in case of co-owned land)
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Certificate (for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries)
FAQs
Who can apply under this scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir leaseholders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries activities can apply under this scheme.
What type of fisheries activities are supported under this scheme?
The scheme supports inland fish farming, especially using Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) for fish production in less land and water.
Is there any age requirement for availing the benefit of this scheme?
Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible.
Is it necessary to have land to apply for this scheme?
Yes, the applicant must have either their own private land or land on a lease of at least 10 years.
Can a Scheduled Caste applicant avail any category-specific benefit?
Yes, SC applicants must submit a valid caste certificate to avail benefits meant for their category.
Where can I apply for this scheme?
Applications must be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
What is the minimum tank size required for setting up RAS under this scheme?
The scheme requires a setup of 6 tanks with each having a minimum capacity of 30m³.
What is the expected fish production per crop using RAS?
The system should be capable of producing 10 tonnes per crop.
Is there any time limit for availing the benefit again?
Yes, the benefit under this scheme can be availed only once in a lifetime.
Does the scheme promote the use of less land and water?
Yes, the scheme encourages fish production using limited land and water through RAS technology.
Can I apply if I have leased land for fish farming?
Yes, applicants with a minimum 10-year lease agreement on land are eligible for construction-related benefits.