MMKY-Financial Assistance for New Boat, Engine, and Net
The MMKY scheme provides financial assistance for new fishing boats, engines, and nets to eligible fishermen in Odisha.
Key facts
| Benefit | One-time subsidy up to ₹6,00,000 for a new boat, engine and net |
|---|---|
| Amount | Varies by beneficiary category |
| Who | Fishermen resident in Odisha, from poor households |
| Conditions | Not an income-tax payer; no government employee in the family |
| Cooling-off | No similar help in the last 5 years (boat) / 3 years (net) |
| Apply on | Go-Sugam portal (sugam.odisha.gov.in) |
| Application window | Apply on the Go-Sugam portal when the scheme window is open for the year; subject to the 5-year (boat) / 3-year (net) cooling-off from any earlier assistance. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries can receive a one-time subsidy of up to ₹600,000, which varies based on the category of the beneficiary. The subsidy is aimed at enhancing marine fish production and improving livelihoods.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
Under Mukhyamantri Matsyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY), Odisha helps marine fishing families buy the equipment their livelihood depends on — a new fishing boat, engine and net — with a one-time subsidy of up to ₹6,00,000. The exact amount varies by beneficiary category, and the aim is to raise marine fish production while lifting the incomes of poorer fishing households.
Who can apply
- You are a fisherman resident in Odisha, from a poor household
- You are not an income-tax payer and have no government employee in the family
- Your family has not received similar assistance in the last 5 years (for a boat) or 3 years (for a net)
How to apply on Go-Sugam
Applications are online on Odisha’s Go-Sugam portal (sugam.odisha.gov.in). Register (Register Now), fill your details, log in with the credentials sent to your mobile/email, select the MMKY scheme, complete the form, upload your documents and submit. Keep the Application Reference ID to track status.
Documents you need
- Photo ID card and a passport-size photograph
- QR Aadhaar card
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- Bank account details / first page of the passbook
Who can apply
- For: fisherman
- Resident of Odisha
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants must be fishermen residing in Odisha, not be income tax payers, and have no government employees in their family. Additionally, they should belong to poor households and have not received similar financial assistance in the past five years for boats or three years for nets.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not fishermen resident in Odisha
- Income-tax payers or families with a government employee
- Those who received similar assistance in the last 5 years (boat) or 3 years (net)
How to apply
Interested applicants can apply through the Go-Sugam Portal by registering online and submitting the required documents.
- Visit the official website: https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/home
- Click on 'Apply' and then select 'Register Now'.
- Fill in the mandatory details and click 'Register'.
- Log in using the credentials sent to your email or mobile.
- Select the scheme and click 'Apply'.
- Complete the application form and upload the necessary documents.
- Submit the application and note the Application Reference ID.
Documents required
- A copy of the Photo ID Card
- Passport size photograph
- A copy of the Caste/category certificate, if applicable
- A copy of the QR Aadhaar card
- Bank account details/first-page bank passbook
- Any other relevant documents, as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Not sure of your subsidy amount | The subsidy goes up to ₹6,00,000 but varies by beneficiary category — the department fixes the exact amount based on your category and the items purchased. |
| Rejected for recent assistance | You must not have received similar help in the last 5 years for a boat or 3 years for a net — check your family’s past assistance before applying. |
| Registration issue on Go-Sugam | Register on sugam.odisha.gov.in with a valid mobile/email, log in with the credentials sent to you, then select the scheme and apply. |
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Applicants must be fishermen from Odisha, not income tax payers, and from families without government employees. They should also not have received similar assistance recently.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include a Photo ID, passport-sized photograph, caste/category certificate (if applicable), QR Aadhaar card, and bank account details.
How much financial assistance can beneficiaries receive?
Beneficiaries can receive a one-time subsidy of up to ₹600,000, depending on their category and the items purchased.
Can a family apply multiple times for this scheme?
No, a family can only receive benefits under this scheme once, and if any member has received assistance in the last three years, the family is ineligible.
What is the application process for this scheme?
Applicants must register on the Go-Sugam Portal, fill out the application form, and submit the required documents online.
How can I check the status of my application?
To check the application status, click on the 'Track Status' link on the website and enter your Application ID or mobile number.
How much assistance can I get?
A one-time subsidy of up to ₹6,00,000, depending on your category and the items (boat, engine, net) purchased.
Who is eligible?
Fishermen resident in Odisha from poor households, who are not income-tax payers and have no government employee in the family.
Can my family apply again?
Not within 5 years for a boat or 3 years for a net — the family is ineligible if it received similar assistance in that window.
How do I apply?
Register and apply on the Go-Sugam portal (sugam.odisha.gov.in), upload the documents, and note your Application Reference ID.
How do I track my application?
Use the Track Status link on the portal with your Application ID or mobile number.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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