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
| Farm subsidy | Up to ₹2,00,000 per hectare for farm construction / renovation |
|---|---|
| Feed subsidy | Up to ₹30,000 per crop per hectare, for a maximum of 2 crops a year |
| Also covers | Subsidy on equipment purchase |
| Who | Farmers with a water-spread area of 2 hectares or less |
| Licence needed | Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) licence |
| Apply | Offline to the Directorate of Fisheries, Panaji (or the BDO office) — no application fee |
| Portal | fisheries.goa.gov.in |
| Application window | There is no fixed submission window in the guidelines, so apply when your farm work or crop cycle needs it. Confirm the current subsidy rates with the Directorate before you start. |
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.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
Brackish-water aquaculture — raising fish or shrimp in the salty water where rivers meet the sea — needs money up front to build ponds and run each crop. Goa’s Directorate of Fisheries supports small farmers with a package of subsidies:
- Up to ₹2,00,000 per hectare to construct or renovate the farm
- A feed subsidy of up to ₹30,000 per crop per hectare, for up to 2 crops a year
- A subsidy towards buying the equipment the farm needs
Who can apply
The scheme targets genuine small aquaculture farmers. You are eligible if:
- Your water-spread area is 2 hectares or less
- You hold a Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) licence
- You have cultivable land and are from the intended poor / small-farmer group
- No member of your family is a government employee
How to apply
The application is offline and free. Print the form from the official website, fill in all the details with a photograph, gather and self-attest the documents (including your Aadhaar and CAA licence), and submit it to the Directorate of Fisheries in Panaji or your BDO office. You can apply for the construction and equipment components together. Because rates can change, confirm the current per-hectare subsidy with the Directorate before you begin work.
Documents you need
- Joint photograph and Aadhaar / ration card
- Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) licence copy
- Mandate form (bank details) for the subsidy transfer
- Estimate of work (for construction/renovation)
- Work-completion certificate on completion
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.
Who is not eligible
- Farmers with a water-spread area of more than 2 hectares
- Applicants without a Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) licence
- Households that include a government employee, or that are not from the intended poor / small-farmer group
- Feed subsidy claims beyond 2 crops per hectare a year
How to apply
Applications must be submitted offline to the Department of Fisheries in Goa.
- Print the application form from the official website.
- Complete all mandatory fields in the form and attach a passport-sized photograph.
- Gather and self-attest required documents including Aadhaar Card and CAA License.
- Submit the filled application form and documents to the Department of Fisheries or BDO Office.
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
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| No CAA licence yet | The Coastal Aquaculture Authority licence is essential for a brackish-water farm. Get it before you apply — the claim cannot proceed without it. |
| Claiming for more than two crops | The feed subsidy is limited to ₹30,000 per crop per hectare for a maximum of two crops a year. Plan your claim within that limit. |
| Unsure of the current rate | Subsidy rates and ceilings can be revised. Confirm the current per-hectare and equipment rates with the Directorate of Fisheries before committing spend. |
| Work-completion proof missing | For construction/renovation claims you need an estimate of work and a work-completion certificate. Keep these ready from your contractor. |
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.
How much is the farm subsidy?
Up to ₹2,00,000 per hectare for constructing or renovating the aquaculture farm — confirm the current rate with the Directorate.
Is feed subsidised too?
Yes — up to ₹30,000 per crop per hectare, for a maximum of two crops a year.
Who is eligible?
Farmers with a water-spread area of 2 hectares or less, holding a CAA licence, from the intended small-farmer group.
Do I need any licence?
Yes — a Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) licence is required.
Is there an application fee?
No, there is no application fee for this scheme.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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