Financial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites (Gill Net/ River Gill Net with Accessories)

Key facts

Benefit	50% subsidy up to ₹30,000
Who	Traditional fishermen in Goa
Implemented by	Department of Fisheries, Goa
Official portal	dir-fish.goa@nic.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible fishermen in Goa

Benefits

Eligible beneficiaries receive a subsidy of 50% on the purchase of fisheries requisites, capped at ₹30,000 for the general category and ₹40,000 for SC/ST applicants.

Who can apply

For: fisherman
Category: SC, ST
Resident of Goa
owns cultivable land
not income tax payer
no government employee in family

Applicants must be traditional fishermen residing in Goa and should not have any income tax liabilities or government employees in their family. They must own a registered fishing canoe and not be defaulters with the Directorate of Fisheries.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted in person to the Department of Fisheries or its sub-offices.

Print the application form from the official website.
Complete the application form, including all mandatory fields and a passport-sized photograph.
Attach all required documents, ensuring they are self-attested where necessary.
Submit the completed application form and documents to the Department of Fisheries or designated sub-offices.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Certificate of Vessel Registration
Fishing Vessel License Certificate
Fishing Net License Certificate
Copy of Fishing Netbook
Original GST Bill from Authorized Dealer
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Copy of Aadhar Card
Copy of Election Card
Copy of Bank Passbook/Statement
Bank letter (if bank financed)
Inspection Report with photographs

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all mandatory documents are submitted and the application form is correctly filled out.
Payment not received	Contact the Department of Fisheries to inquire about the status of the subsidy application.

Frequently asked questions

What documents are required to apply for the subsidy?

Applicants need to provide several documents, including a Certificate of Vessel Registration, Fishing Vessel License, Fishing Net License, and an original GST bill from an authorized dealer.

Is there an income criterion for eligibility?

No, there are no income criteria specified for this scheme; however, applicants must not be income tax payers.

Can the application be submitted online?

No, the application and documents must be submitted physically to the Directorate of Fisheries or its sub-offices.

What is the duration for which the gill net cannot be sold or transferred?

The gill net purchased under this scheme cannot be sold, leased, or transferred for five years from the date of purchase.

Is there any application fee for this scheme?

No, there are no application fees associated with this scheme; the entire process is free of cost.

What should be done if the applicant's address changes during the scheme period?

The applicant must promptly inform the Directorate of Fisheries about any change in their residential address.

Key terms explained

SC / ST / OBC: Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.

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