What is the primary objective of Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries?

The Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries is categorized under Housing & Shelter to provide targeted financial or developmental support to eligible beneficiaries in India.

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Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries

Q: How do I apply for Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries?

Eligible applicants can verify required documents, check age and profession eligibility criteria on SchemeTrackerIndia, and submit their application through official government portals like myScheme or state welfare department sites.

Housing & Shelter Min Age: N/A Profession: All

🎯 Quick Insight

The Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries is a significant initiative categorized under Housing & Shelter. It is designed to provide targeted assistance to eligible beneficiaries, helping them achieve better outcomes in housing & shelter.

Complexity Medium

Popularity High

Verification Jan 2026

📝 Overview & Benefits

Name of Component Standard of Assistance Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits

Fish Seed Rearing ₹90/- per 1000 spawn to fry (30% recovery); ₹260/- per 1000 fry to fingerlings (35% recovery); ₹460/- per 1000 spawn to fingerlings (12% recovery); Rearing time: 30, 60, 90 days 1 Year

Fish Seed Stocking 100% assistance for fish seed and transportation cost 1 Year

Prawn Seed Stocking 100% assistance for prawn seed and transportation cost for Scheduled Caste lessees 1 Year

Boat & Net 50% assistance for Tin Boat & Net (₹15,000/- or ₹7,500/-, whichever is less); 50% assistance for F.R.P Boat & Net (₹30,000/- or ₹15,000/-, whichever is less) 6 Years

Fish Collection & Patrolling Boat Fish Collection Boat: ₹5,00,000/- unit cost, 75% assistance (₹3.75 lakh/- or 75% of purchase price); Four-wheel Transport Vehicle: ₹6,00,000/- unit cost, 75% subsidy (₹4.50 lakh/- or 75% of purchase price); Three-wheel Transport Vehicle: ₹2,00,000/- unit cost, 75% subsidy (₹1.50 lakh/- or 75% of purchase price) Once in a lifetime

Scheme for fish sale equipments 50% subsidy of total unit purchase cost (₹15,000/- or ₹7,500/-) Includes: Insulated box (₹1,000/-), Box (₹500/-), Renkadi (₹5,000/-), Weighing unit (₹1,000/-) Once in a lifetime

Training of Scheduled Caste trainees ₹1,250/- stipend after 10-day training; ₹125/- per day during training Once in a lifetime

✅ Eligibility Criteria

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 should be a Fisherman.

The applicant should belong to the Schedule Caste(SC) category.

Applicant should be above 18 years of age.

The beneficiary fisherman must have his own bank account.

🚀 Application Process

Online

Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

Step 2: 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 "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 print out of the confirmed application.

Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

📄 Documents Required

Aadhar card.

Quotation.

Caste certificate.

Passport size photo.

Bank passbook/ cancelled cheque.

Ration card.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the main objective of Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries?

The Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries is categorized under Housing & Shelter. Its primary objective is to deliver structured welfare, financial assistance, or developmental support to eligible beneficiaries across India.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

Eligibility depends on specific criteria such as minimum age (18+), occupation (Open to all eligible categories), domicile, and income limits. Review the eligibility section above for step-by-step guidance.

What documents are usually required for application?

Applicants generally require valid government identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN), address proof, active bank account details for direct benefit transfer (DBT), income certificate, and photographs.

Where can I officially submit the application?

Applications can be submitted online through official central/state government portals (such as myScheme.gov.in or state welfare department portals) or offline at designated nodal offices and Common Service Centres (CSC).

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Before applying for Assistance to Scheduled..., ensure you have your Aadhar card and bank details ready. Most rejections happen due to mismatched documents.

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📋 Eligibility Tracker

Category Housing & Shelter
Min Age 18+
Residency India
Status ● Active