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Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Boat Net Gujarat

The scheme aims to assist boat nets, which are provided to Scheduled Caste (SC) fishermen and fish farmers, to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and providing employment to SC individuals involved in inland fisheries.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Tin Boat-Net Unit: 50% of unit cost or ₹7,500/- (Boat: ₹5,000/-; Net: ₹2,500/-), whichever is less.1. F.R.P. (Fibre-Reinforced Plastic) Boat-Net Unit: 50% of unit cost or ₹15,000/- (Boat: ₹12,500/-; Net: ₹2,500/-), whichever is less. | Conditions/Aspects/Criteria Associated: Benefit amount is calculated based on 50% of the unit cost or the fixed maximum amount mentioned above, whichever is less. | Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits:** 6 Years

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.; The applicant should be above 18 years of age.; The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.; The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.; The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.; The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can individuals, societies, and other groups apply for the scheme?

Yes, individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries can all avail themselves of the scheme's benefits.

What are the main objectives of the scheme?

The scheme aims to increase fish production by encouraging fish rearing in reservoirs and boosting inland fisheries activities for Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals. It also seeks to provide employment opportunities to SC fishermen.

What is the eligibility age for an applicant?

The applicant must be above 18 years of age.

What are the essential documents required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants need to provide a bank account, an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity, and a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate.

Do I need my own bank account to apply?

Yes, the beneficiary fisherman must have their own bank account to receive the benefits.

Is the scheme only for Scheduled Caste applicants?

Yes, the scheme is specifically for Scheduled Caste fishermen to boost inland fisheries through their involvement.

Where can the application for this assistance be submitted?

Applications can be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Is it necessary to be involved in inland fisheries to apply for the assistance?

Yes, only those involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible for this component.

What is the purpose of providing assistance for boat-net units?

The support is aimed at increasing fish production and generating employment among Scheduled Caste fish farmers and fishermen.

How often can one receive support for the boat-net component?

Assistance for boat-net units is available once every 6 years for eligible beneficiaries.