About this agriculture scheme
“Financial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, a 50% subsidy is provided to the fishermen of Goa for the purchase of fisheries requisites (gill nets with accessories).
The scheme “ Financial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites (Gill Net/ River Gill Net with Accessories)” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, a 50% subsidy is provided to the fishermen of Goa for the purchase of fisheries requisites (gill nets with accessories).
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Financial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites (Gill Net/ River Gill Net with Accessories) (FAFPFR(GN/RGNWA)) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Not given in the official listing |
| 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
- For General Category: 50% subsidy limited to Rs. 30,000/-.
- For SC/ST Category: 50% subsidy limited to Rs. 40,000/-.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
- The applicant should be a resident of Goa.
- The applicant should or any of his households should not be defaulters with the Directorate of Fisheries.
- The applicant should possess their own registered fishing canoe.
- The original VAT bill may be submitted by the applicant from the authorized dealer to claim the subsidy.
- The applicant shall not sell, lease, or transfer the Gill Net for five years from the date of purchase of the first Gill Net.
- The fishing net shall be duly registered with the Directorate of Fisheries.
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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
Can the applicant claim the subsidy without submitting the original VAT bill?
No, the original VAT bill must be submitted by the applicant from the authorized dealer to claim the subsidy.
What is the subsidy limit for SC/ST Category under the mentioned scheme?
For SC/ST Category, the subsidy is 50%, limited to Rs. 40,000.
Is there a specific contact point for registering dissatisfaction or complaints about the scheme's services?
Register complaints with the Departments Grievance Redressal Officer or through the link dir-fish.goa@nic.in.
What is the duration for which the applicant cannot sell, lease, or transfer the Gill Net after purchase?
The fishing net cannot be sold, leased, or transferred for five years from the date of its purchase.
Can an applicant submit the application form and documents through an online platform?
No, the application form and documents must be submitted physically to the Directorate of Fisheries or specified sub-offices.
What role do Fisheries Superintendent and Fisheries Officer play in the application process?
They conduct inspections and provide an inspection report with photographs of the Fishing Canoe, Net, and its Accessories as per the specified format.
In the event of a change in the applicant's residential address during the scheme period, what steps should be taken?
The applicant must inform the concerned authority at the Directorate of Fisheries promptly about any change in residential address.
Are there specific income criteria for eligibility, and what are they?
There is no income criteria for this scheme.
Is there any application fee or cost associated with applying for this scheme?
The entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no application fees.
Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.
Is It Mandatory to Have a Bank Account for This Scheme?
Yes, possession of a valid bank account is a mandatory requirement for participation in this scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Application Form, Inspection Report, And Self Declaration fisheries.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Contact Us fisheries.goa.gov.in
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