Financial Assistance to the Fish Vendors

Key facts

Benefit	₹10,000 one-time subsidy
Who	Registered fish vendors in Goa
Implemented by	Department of Fisheries, Goa
Official portal	www.fisheries.goa.gov.in
Application window	Apply 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.

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.

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.

Apply on the official website ↗

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
Application rejected	Ensure all mandatory fields are filled and required documents are attached before submission.
Payment not received	Check with the Department of Fisheries to confirm the status of your application and payment.

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.

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.