About this agriculture scheme
This scheme aims to preserve fish and fishery products by facilitating the establishment of Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage Units and Fish Processing Units. Through this scheme, eligible beneficiaries can avail a 10% subsidy.
The scheme "Grant of Subsidy For Setting up of Ice-Plant /Cold Storage/Fish Processing Unit" is a fisheries development scheme by the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, Government of India. This scheme aims to preserve fish and fishery products by facilitating the establishment of Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage Units and Fish Processing Units. Through this scheme, eligible entities, including the Private Sector, Fishermen, Fisherwomen Cooperative Societies, and Entrepreneurs, can avail of a 10% subsidy.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Grant of Subsidy For Setting up of Ice-Plant /Cold Storage/Fish Processing Unit (GSIS-ICFSFPU) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | fisheries.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 50 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 50 years
- 💼Fishermen
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- 10% subsidy, subject to a maximum of Rs. 3,00,000 per unit, for the establishment of Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage.
- 10% subsidy, subject to a maximum of Rs. 10,00,000 per unit, for the establishment of a Processing Unit.
- Grant-in-aid for construction and maintenance of fishing harbor, fish landing center, fish landing jetty, fish drying platform, fish curing yard, work sheds, cyclone shelters, community halls, etc.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a Private Sector/Fishermen/Fisherwomen Cooperative Societies/Fishermen /Entrepreneurs.
- The applicant should be between 18 to 50 years old.
- The applicant should not have availed any benefit of loan/subsidy from any other source for the intended purpose.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently asked questions
Can the subsidy be used for both the establishment and maintenance of fishing infrastructure?
Yes, the grant-in-aid covers both the construction and maintenance of various fishing-related infrastructure.
Are there any specific conditions that an applicant must meet to qualify for the subsidy?
Verified applications meeting the eligibility criteria will be considered for the subsidy.
Can the subsidy be used for the construction of community halls under the scheme?
Yes, the scheme provides grant-in-aid for the construction of community halls, among other components.
Is there a specific period within which the subsidy amount must be claimed after loan approval?
The subsidy amount will be released to the bank upon receipt of the loan sanction order; no specific period is mentioned.
Can individuals apply for the subsidy, or is it limited to cooperatives and entrepreneurs?
Individuals, as well as cooperatives and entrepreneurs, can apply for the subsidy.
How often does the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare invite applications for the subsidy?
The department periodically invites applications for subsidy under this scheme.
What is the maximum subsidy for establishing a Fish Processing Unit under this scheme?
The maximum subsidy for the Fish Processing Unit is Rs. 10,00,000 per unit.
What are the different components for which the scheme provides grant-in-aid?
The scheme provides grant-in-aid for the construction and maintenance of fishing harbor, fish landing center, fish landing jetty, fish drying platform, and more.
How is the subsidy amount disbursed to the beneficiaries?
The subsidy amount will be released to the bank account of the beneficiary for whom the loan amount was sanctioned by the bank.
Is there an age criterion for applicants to qualify for the subsidy?
Yes, applicants should be between 18 to 50 years old to be eligible for the scheme.
What is the maximum subsidy amount provided for establishing an Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage under this scheme?
The maximum subsidy for the Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage Unit is Rs. 3,00,000 per unit.
Who are the eligible entities that can benefit from this fisheries development scheme?
Private Sector, Fishermen, Fisherwomen Cooperative Societies, and Entrepreneurs are eligible to avail the 10% subsidy.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines fisheries.py.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form fisheries.py.gov.in (PDF)
- Contact Us fisheries.py.gov.in
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