About this agriculture scheme
Through this scheme, financial assistance of 25% of the actual cost, limited to Rs. 1,50,000 per hectare is provided to eligible fishermen for setting up crab culture unit. Only Fish Farmer/ Individual/ Registered Self Help Group/ Societies, interested in the setting up of the Crab Farming Unit.
The scheme “Financial Assistance for Setting up Crab Culture Unit” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, financial assistance of 25% of the actual cost, limited to Rs. 1,50,000 per hectare is provided to eligible fishermen for setting up crab culture unit. Only Fish Farmer/ Individual/ Registered Self Help Group/ Societies, interested in the setting up of the Crab Farming Unit in the State of Goa can apply to this scheme. The applications are accepted only in offline mode.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Financial Assistance for Setting up Crab Culture Unit (FASUCCU) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Fisheries Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Goa |
| Official portal | fisheries.goa.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Fishermen
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Setting Up of the Crab Culture Unit
- Financial assistance of 25% of the actual cost, limited to Rs. 1,50,000 per hectare.
- The assistance can be availed for up to 2 hectares of land.
Purchase of Seed and Feed
- 50% of the actual cost, limited to Rs. 75,000 per hectare.
- The assistance can be availed for up to 2 hectares of land.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a Fish Farmer/ Individual/ Registered Self Help Group/ Societies, interested in the setting up of the Crab Farming Unit in the State of Goa.
- The applicant should be a resident of Goa for the last fifteen years.
- The applicant should undergo a training programme on Crab Farming organized by the Fisheries Department/ MPEDA/ ICAR/ Other Institutes.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or to the official posted at BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries.
Grievance Redressal
Any dissatisfaction or complaint about any service or its standards can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer. The grievance can also be lodged on the link dir-fish.goa@nic.in. All complaints will be acknowledged by us and final action taken will be communicated within 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
What training is required for applicants under the scheme?
Applicants must undergo a training programme on Crab Farming organized by the Fisheries Department/MPEDA/ICAR/Other Institutes.
What is the primary benefit provided under the scheme?
The scheme offers financial assistance of 25% of the actual cost, limited to Rs. 1,50,000 per hectare for setting up a Crab Culture Unit.
Can you provide details on the grievance redressal mechanism for the scheme?
Dissatisfaction or complaints can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer or through the link dir-fish.goa@nic.in.
What is the maximum area for which financial assistance can be availed under the scheme?
Financial assistance can be availed for up to 2 hectares of land.
What is the geographical requirement for applicants under the scheme?
Applicants should be residents of Goa for the last fifteen years to be eligible.
What is the primary mode of application for the scheme?
The scheme accepts applications only in offline mode.
Is there an application fee for the scheme?
No, the scheme has no application fee.
What is the deadline for submitting applications for the scheme?
The information provided does not specify a deadline for submitting applications.
Where can the application form for the scheme be obtained?
The application form can be obtained at https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Crab-Unit-1.pdf.
Can you provide the contact details for the Directorate of Fisheries in Goa?
The Directorate can be contacted at Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa, Tel: (O) 2224838, Tel: (Dir) 2227780, Fax: (0832)2231049, Email: dir-fish.goa@nic.in, Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.
What training is mandatory for applicants under the scheme?
Applicants must undergo a training programme on Crab Farming organized by the Fisheries Department/MPEDA/ICAR/Other Institutes.
How long does the Department take to address and communicate the final action on registered grievances?
All complaints will be acknowledged, and the final action will be communicated within 30 days.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines fisheries.goa.gov.in
- Citizen's Charter fisheries.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form (Crab Culture Unit) fisheries.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form (Seed And Feed) fisheries.goa.gov.in (PDF)
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