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To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Prawn Seed Stocking - Gujarat

The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

100% financial assistance is given to Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries who are lessees of reservoirs, covering the total cost of prawn seed as well as transportation costs. | Minimum Time Limit for Reclaiming Benefits: 1 year from the date of availing benefit.

Who can apply

The applicant must be Individuals/societies/self-help groups/associations/reservoir monopolies/private units, etc., involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.; The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribes.; The applicant must be above 18 years.; The beneficiary must have his/her own bank account.; The applicant must have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who can apply for the benefit of scheme?

Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries activities can apply, provided they belong to Scheduled Tribes.

Is there any age limit to apply for the prawn seed stocking benefit?

Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the scheme.

Can I apply if I do not belong to a Scheduled Tribe?

No, only Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are eligible for benefits under the prawn seed stocking component.

Is being a lessee of a reservoir necessary to apply for prawn seed stocking?

Yes, only the Scheduled Tribe lessee of a reservoir is eligible to receive 100% assistance for prawn seed stocking.

How much financial support is provided under prawn seed stocking?

The scheme provides 100% assistance covering the total cost of prawn seed and its transportation.

What is the minimum time limit to reapply for the benefit?

The minimum time limit for reclaiming the prawn seed stocking benefit is 1 year.

Where can I apply for the scheme benefit?

You can apply online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Is registration on the iKhedut portal mandatory for applying?

Yes, registration on the iKhedut portal is required to avail of the scheme benefits.

Do I need to submit proof of Scheduled Tribe status?

Yes, a valid Scheduled Tribe Certificate is required to apply for the scheme.