Financial Assistance to Purchase/Construct New Fishing Craft less than 26 feet for Fishing in Inland Waters of Goa

Key facts

Benefit	₹30,000 (50% subsidy for General, 60% for SC/ST/Women)
Who	Traditional fishermen residing in Goa
How paid	One-time subsidy
Implemented by	Department of Fisheries, Goa
Official portal	https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/
Application window	Open all year, apply anytime for assistance.

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive a one-time subsidy of up to ₹30,000 for the General category and ₹36,000 for SC/ST/Women, based on the cost of the fishing craft.

Who can apply

For: fisherman
Category: GEN, OBC, SC, ST
Resident of Goa
poor household

Applicants must be traditional fishermen by birth or profession and residents of Goa. The scheme is open to individuals from General, OBC, SC, and ST categories, with a focus on those 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 by paying ₹50.
Complete the application form, including all mandatory fields and a passport-sized photograph.
Attach all required documents and self-attest where necessary.
Submit the filled application form and documents to the Department of Fisheries or designated offices.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Original Invoice towards Purchase/Construction of New Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
Vessel Registration Certificate issued by Captain of Ports
River Gill Net Registration Certificate and License Certificate issued by the Department of Fisheries
Undertaking as per Proforma
Copy of Aadhaar (Unique Identification) Card
Other Backward Class (OBC) (Kharvi) Certificate or Profession Certificate
Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Scheduled Caste (SC) Certificate (if applicable)
Mandate Form along with Bank Pass Book
Bills from the Authorized Boat Dealer for the construction of the Fishing Canoe.

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	Contact the Department of Fisheries for assistance or check the status of your application.

Frequently asked questions

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to provide an original invoice, vessel registration certificate, net registration certificate, Aadhaar card, and other relevant certificates as specified.

Can the application be submitted online?

No, the application process is strictly offline and must be submitted to the designated authorities in person.

How often can benefits be availed?

Beneficiaries can avail the subsidy every 7 years for the replacement of their existing fishing canoe.

Is there a specific format for the application form?

Yes, the application form must be obtained in a prescribed format from the Department after paying a fee of ₹50.

What is the subsidy limit for different categories?

General category applicants can receive a 50% subsidy up to ₹30,000, while SC/ST/Women can receive a 60% subsidy up to ₹36,000.

Are there any specific eligibility criteria for OBC applicants?

OBC applicants must provide an OBC (Kharvi) certificate or a profession certificate issued by the competent authority.

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.