About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.
The scheme “Fish Seed Rearing” is a component under the “To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas” scheme, introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided for fish seed rearing to Scheduled Tribe fishermen, individuals, and other eligible inland fisheries units.
Objectives:
- To increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.
- To boost fish farming or fishing activities in fresh water bodies.
- Fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds and catch from rivers increase fish production and boost inland fisheries.
- The main objective is to provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribe fishermen in the state and increase fish production.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Fish Seed Rearing – Gujarat (TIFSPTFSRGUJ) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Commissioner Of Fisheries |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 🏷️ST
- 💼Fishermen
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Rearing from spawn to fry: The beneficiary will receive Rs. 90/- per 1,000 numbers. with a minimum 30% recovery. Each beneficiary will be allocated 3,00,000 spawn, and the rearing time will be 30 days.
- Rearing from fry to fingerlings: The beneficiary will receive Rs. 260/- per 1,000 numbers. with a minimum 35% recovery. Each beneficiary will be allocated 2,00,000 fry, and the rearing time will be 60 days.
- Rearing from spawn to fingerlings: The beneficiary will receive Rs. 460/- per 1,000 numbers. with a minimum 12% recovery. Each beneficiary will be allocated 5,00,000 spawn, and the rearing time will be 90 days.
Frequency of Disbursement: The benefits can be reclaimed after a minimum of 1 year.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be Individuals/societies/self-help groups/associations/reservoir monopolies/private units, etc., involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.
- The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribe community.
- The applicant must be above 18 years.
- The beneficiary must have his/her own bank account.
- The applicant must have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the aim of the scheme?
The assistance aims to increase fish production through seed rearing and provide employment to Scheduled Tribe fishermen engaged in inland fisheries.
Is there any specific community that this scheme benefits?
Yes, beneficiaries belonging to Scheduled Tribes are eligible to avail of the assistance under this component.
Who can benefit under the scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries can benefit.
Is there an age requirement to apply under the scheme?
Yes, the applicant must be at least 18 years old to be eligible.
Do I need to have experience in inland fisheries to apply for this assistance?
Yes, the benefit is only for those actively involved in inland fisheries activities.
Is registration on any portal necessary to apply for this assistance?
Yes, applicants must register online on the iKhedut portal to apply. https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Is it necessary for the applicant to belong to Gujarat?
Yes, the assistance is applicable for those involved in inland fisheries activities in the state.
What type of rearing is supported under this component?
Assistance is provided for spawn to fry, fry to fingerlings, and spawn to fingerlings rearing.
What is the minimum recovery required for spawn to fry rearing?
A minimum recovery of 30% is required for the spawn to fry rearing.
How much spawn is allocated for rearing from spawn to fry?
The department allocates 3,00,000 spawn per beneficiary for spawn to fry rearing.
What is the rearing period for converting spawn to fry?
The rearing time for spawn to fry is 30 days.
What is the minimum recovery required for fry to fingerling rearing?
A minimum of 35% recovery is required for fry to fingerling rearing.
How much fry is given for rearing from fry to fingerling?
2,00,000 fry are allocated to each beneficiary for fry to fingerling rearing.
What is the rearing period for fry to fingerling?
The rearing time for fry to fingerling is 60 days.
What is the minimum recovery required for spawn to fingerling rearing?
A minimum of 12% recovery is required for spawn to fingerling rearing.
How much spawn is provided for rearing from spawn to fingerling?
5,00,000 spawn are allocated to each beneficiary for this purpose.
What is the rearing period for converting spawn to fingerling?
The rearing time for spawn to fingerling is 90 days.
Can the benefit be claimed again after one cycle?
Yes, but a minimum period of 1 year is required before reclaiming the benefit.
What should I do if I don’t receive any spawn or fry after applying?
You should contact the concerned fisheries department responsible for distribution and verification.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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