Financial Assistance to the Fish Vendors
Goa's scheme offers financial aid to fish vendors for purchasing essential vending equipment.
Key facts
| Subsidy | 50% of the equipment cost — up to ₹10,000 (General) and ₹12,000 (SC/ST/Women) |
|---|---|
| On | A maximum unit cost of ₹20,000 of vending equipment |
| Who | Registered fish vendors in Goa (General/OBC/SC/ST) |
| How often | Once every three years |
| Apply | Offline to the Directorate of Fisheries (₹50 form fee) |
| Portal | fisheries.goa.gov.in |
| Application window | Apply when you buy your vending equipment, keeping the invoice. The subsidy can be availed once every three years. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries can receive a one-time subsidy of up to ₹10,000 for the General category and ₹12,000 for SC/ST/Women, based on the equipment purchased.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
Fish vending needs the right equipment — insulated boxes, weighing scales and other gear for hygienic sale — and that costs money for a small vendor. Goa’s scheme subsidises it: 50% of the cost of vending equipment (on a maximum unit cost of ₹20,000), up to ₹10,000 for General-category vendors and up to ₹12,000 for SC/ST and women vendors. It can be availed once every three years.
Who can apply
The scheme is for registered fish vendors in Goa. You are eligible if:
- You are a registered fish vendor in Goa (General/OBC/SC/ST)
- You are not an income-tax payer and your family has no government employee
- You have not claimed the subsidy in the last three years
How to apply
The application is offline. Obtain the form from the Directorate of Fisheries by paying the ₹50 fee, fill in all the details with a passport-size photograph, and attach the documents — the original invoice for the equipment, your identity/Aadhaar card and a bank mandate form. Submit it to the Directorate of Fisheries (Panaji) or a designated BDO office.
Documents you need
- Original invoice for the vending equipment
- Fish-vendor registration and identity/Aadhaar card
- Category certificate (SC/ST), for the higher rate
- Bank mandate form
Who can apply
- For: vendor
- Category: GEN, OBC, SC, ST
- Resident of Goa
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants must be registered fish vendors in Goa, belonging to the General, OBC, SC, or ST categories. They should not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, and must come from poor households.
Who is not eligible
- People who are not registered fish vendors in Goa
- Income-tax payers or families with a government employee
- A repeat claim within three years of the last one
How to apply
Applications must be submitted offline to the Department of Fisheries in Goa.
- Request the application form from the Department of Fisheries by paying ₹50.
- Complete the application form, including all mandatory fields and a passport-sized photograph.
- Attach required documents, including the original invoice, identity card, Aadhaar card, and bank mandate form.
- Submit the filled application form and documents to the Department of Fisheries or designated BDO offices.
Documents required
- Original Invoice from registered dealers for the purchase of accessories required for Fish Vending.
- Identity Card (Fish Vendor) issued by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Mandate Form along with Bank Pass Book.
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Which subsidy amount applies | It is 50% of the equipment cost (on a maximum unit cost of ₹20,000) — up to ₹10,000 for General and ₹12,000 for SC/ST/Women vendors. |
| Claiming again too soon | SC/ST/Women vendors can avail it only once every three years; plan your claim accordingly. |
| Not registered | You must be a registered fish vendor with the Department of Fisheries to apply. |
| Documents | Keep the original invoice for the equipment, your identity/Aadhaar card and the bank mandate form ready. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to registered fish vendors for purchasing necessary equipment for hygienic fish vending.
What is the subsidy amount for the General category?
The General category receives a 50% subsidy, limited to ₹10,000, on a maximum unit cost of ₹20,000.
Can SC/ST/Women beneficiaries apply more than once in three years?
No, beneficiaries in these categories can avail the scheme only once every three years.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Interested vendors can obtain the application form by paying ₹50 and must submit it offline with the required documents.
Where should I submit my application?
Applications should be submitted to the Department of Fisheries at Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji, Goa, or to the BDO office.
Is there a deadline for application submission?
There is no specified deadline for submitting applications, but they must be submitted in offline mode.
How much subsidy is given?
50% of the equipment cost, up to ₹10,000 for General and ₹12,000 for SC/ST/Women vendors.
Who is eligible?
Registered fish vendors in Goa who are not income-tax payers and have no government employee in the family.
How often can I claim?
Once every three years.
Can I apply online?
No — the application is offline, to the Directorate of Fisheries, with a ₹50 form fee.
What is it for?
Buying equipment for hygienic fish vending.
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.
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