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Goa Value Added Tax-Based Subsidy on H.S.D. Oil Consumed by Fishing Vessels Scheme

“Goa Value Added Tax-Based Subsidy on H.S.D. Oil Consumed by Fishing Vessels Scheme” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Govt. of Goa. Through this scheme, the amount equivalent to the actual VAT paid shall be reimbursed to the owner as a subsidy on H.S.D. Oil consumed by the fishing vessel.

Authority

State

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- An amount equivalent to the actual Value Added Tax paid shall be reimbursed to the owner of the fishing vessel as a subsidy on H.S.D. Oil consumed by the fishing vessel used for the purpose of fishing on a limited quota, as decided by the government. | - The total quota of H.S.D. Oil for the purpose of this scheme shall be restricted to 20,000 K.L. per financial year for the entire fishing industry.

Who can apply

The applicant should have a registered fishing vessel under the M.S. Act.; The applicant should possess a valid Net Licence and Fishing Licence for the year.; The applicant should not be a defaulter of the Department of Fisheries.; The applicant should not be a violator of the Goa, Daman and Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1980 (3 of 1981) and rules framed thereunder.; The applicant should procure H.S.D. Oil from a Diesel Outlet run by the Registered Fisheries Co-operative Society or outlets approved by the Government of Goa.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the contact information for the Directorate of Fisheries?

Tel: (O) 2224838, Tel: (Dir) 2227780, Fax: (0832)2231049, Email: dir-fish.goa@nic.in, Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.

Can the applicant procure H.S.D. Oil from any outlet?

No, the applicant should procure H.S.D. Oil from a Diesel Outlet run by the Registered Fisheries Co-operative Society or outlets approved by the Government of Goa.

What is the Grievance Redressal mechanism for this scheme?

Dissatisfaction or complaints can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer or via email at dir-fish.goa@nic.in. Final actions will be communicated within 30 days.

Is there any deadline for submitting applications?

No, there is no deadline for applications.

What is the address for submitting the filled application form and documents?

Submit the form and documents to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or at BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries.

Can the application be submitted online, considering the offline mode mentioned?

No, applications are accepted only in offline mode.

What are the essential documents required for the application process?

Documents include the Statement of HSD Oil Consumed, Invoice and Bills of HSD Oil, VRC Copy, Fish Catch Data, Fishing Vessel and Net Licence Certificates, filled Fishermen Corpus Fund Form, and a report on VAT charged on HSD Oil.

How is the subsidy amount determined under the scheme?

The subsidy equals the actual Value Added Tax paid, restricted to the total quota of 20,000 K.L. of H.S.D. Oil per financial year for the entire fishing industry.

Is there any application fee associated with this scheme?

No, the application fee is nil.

Can Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) apply for this scheme, and are there specific criteria for them?

Yes, PwDs can apply, and there are no specific criteria mentioned for them.

Where can citizens access the guidelines for the scheme?

Citizens can access the guidelines at https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/schemes-services/.

What is the official website of the Department of Fisheries?

The official website is https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/.

What is the link to the Citizen Charter for the scheme?

The Citizen Charter is available at https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/CitizenCharter-2.pdf.