About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to provide training and equipment to boost inland fisheries among Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries.
The scheme “Training Kit” 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 and provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribe (ST) fishermen by enhancing their skills and access to equipment. Under this scheme, training kits containing fishing and net-weaving equipment are provided to Scheduled Tribe trainees upon completion of training.
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 freshwater 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: Training Kit – Gujarat (TIFSPIFRTATK) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Commissioner Of Fisheries |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| 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
- Scheduled Tribe trainees are given a training kit worth Rs. 2,500/- after completing three months of training.
- The kit includes cast nets, gill nets with seekers and floats, nylon twine, cotton ropes, plastic ropes, and net-weaving equipment.
Training Kit: The kit is provided after the successful completion of a three-month training program.
Frequency of Disbursement: The benefits for this component can be reclaimed only once in a lifetime.
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
Who can apply under the scheme?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries activities can apply if they belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
Is there any age requirement to be eligible under the scheme?
Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the training kit benefit.
What is provided under the training kit?
The training kit includes cast nets, gill nets with seekers and floats, nylon twine, cotton ropes, plastic ropes, and net-weaving equipment.
When will the training kit be given to the beneficiary?
The training kit is provided after successfully completing a three-month training at a designated centre.
When will I receive the training kit?
You will receive the training kit after completing the three-month training program.
How many times in my lifetime can I receive the training kit?
You can receive the training kit once in a lifetime.
Which identity documents are required to avail the benefits of the scheme?
You must have an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Ration Card, or Passport as proof of identity.
Can I apply for the training kit online?
Yes, the application can be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Is the kit benefit applicable only for inland fisheries activities?
Yes, the benefit is specifically meant for those engaged in inland fisheries activities such as reservoir fishing and aquaculture.
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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