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 “Prawn Seed Stocking” 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, 100% financial assistance is provided to Scheduled Tribe lessees of reservoirs for prawn seed and transportation costs.
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: Prawn Seed Stocking – Gujarat (IFPTPSSGUJ) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Infra |
| 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
- 💼Fishermen
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
100% financial assistance is given to Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries who are lessees of reservoirs, covering the total cost of prawn seed as well as transportation costs.
Minimum Time Limit for Reclaiming Benefits: 1 year from the date of availing benefit.
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 Tribes.
- 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
Who can apply for the benefit of scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries activities can apply, provided they belong to Scheduled Tribes.
Is there any age limit to apply for the prawn seed stocking benefit?
Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the scheme.
Can I apply if I do not belong to a Scheduled Tribe?
No, only Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are eligible for benefits under the prawn seed stocking component.
Is being a lessee of a reservoir necessary to apply for prawn seed stocking?
Yes, only the Scheduled Tribe lessee of a reservoir is eligible to receive 100% assistance for prawn seed stocking.
How much financial support is provided under prawn seed stocking?
The scheme provides 100% assistance covering the total cost of prawn seed and its transportation.
What is the minimum time limit to reapply for the benefit?
The minimum time limit for reclaiming the prawn seed stocking benefit is 1 year.
Where can I apply for the scheme benefit?
You can apply online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Is registration on the iKhedut portal mandatory for applying?
Yes, registration on the iKhedut portal is required to avail of the scheme benefits.
Do I need to submit proof of Scheduled Tribe status?
Yes, a valid Scheduled Tribe Certificate is required to apply for the scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines agri.gujarat.gov.in
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