Financial Assistance to Brackish Water Aquaculture Farms

This scheme offers financial aid to fishermen in Goa for aquaculture farm development and equipment purchase.

Key facts

BenefitSubsidy up to ₹2,00,000 per hectare
WhoFarmers with water spread area ≤ 2 hectares
Implemented byDepartment of Fisheries, Goa
Official portaldir-fish.goa@nic.in
Application windowOpen all year for eligible farmers

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive a subsidy of up to ₹2,00,000 per hectare for farm construction and renovation, and additional subsidies for equipment and feed purchases.

Who can apply

  • For: farmer
  • owns cultivable land
  • no government employee in family
  • poor household

Eligible applicants must be farmers with a water spread area of 2 hectares or less. They should also possess cultivable land, not have any government employees in their family, and belong to a poor household.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted offline to the Department of Fisheries in Goa.

  1. Print the application form from the official website.
  2. Complete all mandatory fields in the form and attach a passport-sized photograph.
  3. Gather and self-attest required documents including Aadhaar Card and CAA License.
  4. Submit the filled application form and documents to the Department of Fisheries or BDO Office.
Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

  • Joint Photograph of Applicant With Spouse
  • Aadhaar Card/ration Card
  • CAA License Copy
  • Mandate Form
  • Copy of Estimate of Work
  • Work Completion Certificate of the Farm

Common problems and how to fix them

ProblemWhat to do
Application rejectedEnsure all mandatory fields in the application form are filled and all required documents are attached.
Payment not receivedContact the Department of Fisheries for assistance or check the status of your application.

Frequently asked questions

Can I apply for assistance for more than two crops per year?

No, the assistance for feed is limited to ₹30,000 per crop per hectare for a maximum of two crops annually.

What documents are needed for the application?

Required documents include a joint photograph, Aadhaar Card or ration card, CAA License Copy, Mandate Form, Estimate of Work, and Work Completion Certificate.

Is there a specific time frame for submitting applications?

The guidelines do not specify a submission window, so applications can likely be submitted at any time.

Where should I submit my application?

Applications must be submitted offline to the Directorate of Fisheries in Panaji or to the BDO Office/Sub-Offices.

Is there an application fee for this scheme?

No, there is no application fee associated with this scheme.

Can I apply for both construction and equipment purchase assistance at the same time?

Yes, eligible farmers can apply for financial assistance for both construction and equipment simultaneously.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.

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