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Grant of Subsidy For Setting up of Ice-Plant /Cold Storage/Fish Processing Unit

This scheme aims to preserve fish and fishery products by facilitating the establishment of Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage Units and Fish Processing Units. Through this scheme, eligible beneficiaries can avail a 10% subsidy.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- 10% subsidy, subject to a maximum of ₹3,00,000 per unit, for the establishment of Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage. | - 10% subsidy, subject to a maximum of ₹10,00,000 per unit, for the establishment of a Processing Unit. | - Grant-in-aid for construction and maintenance of fishing harbor, fish landing center, fish landing jetty, fish drying platform, fish curing yard, work sheds, cyclone shelters, community halls, etc.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Private Sector/Fishermen/Fisherwomen Cooperative Societies/Fishermen /Entrepreneurs.; The applicant should be between 18 to 50 years old.; The applicant should not have availed any benefit of loan/subsidy from any other source for the intended purpose.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can the subsidy be used for both the establishment and maintenance of fishing infrastructure?

Yes, the grant-in-aid covers both the construction and maintenance of various fishing-related infrastructure.

Are there any specific conditions that an applicant must meet to qualify for the subsidy?

Verified applications meeting the eligibility criteria will be considered for the subsidy.

Can the subsidy be used for the construction of community halls under the scheme?

Yes, the scheme provides grant-in-aid for the construction of community halls, among other components.

Is there a specific period within which the subsidy amount must be claimed after loan approval?

The subsidy amount will be released to the bank upon receipt of the loan sanction order; no specific period is mentioned.

Can individuals apply for the subsidy, or is it limited to cooperatives and entrepreneurs?

Individuals, as well as cooperatives and entrepreneurs, can apply for the subsidy.

How often does the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare invite applications for the subsidy?

The department periodically invites applications for subsidy under this scheme.

What is the maximum subsidy for establishing a Fish Processing Unit under this scheme?

The maximum subsidy for the Fish Processing Unit is [?]10,00,000 per unit.

What are the different components for which the scheme provides grant-in-aid?

The scheme provides grant-in-aid for the construction and maintenance of fishing harbor, fish landing center, fish landing jetty, fish drying platform, and more.

How is the subsidy amount disbursed to the beneficiaries?

The subsidy amount will be released to the bank account of the beneficiary for whom the loan amount was sanctioned by the bank.

Is there an age criterion for applicants to qualify for the subsidy?

Yes, applicants should be between 18 to 50 years old to be eligible for the scheme.

What is the maximum subsidy amount provided for establishing an Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage under this scheme?

The maximum subsidy for the Ice Plant-cum-Cold Storage Unit is [?]3,00,000 per unit.

Who are the eligible entities that can benefit from this fisheries development scheme?

Private Sector, Fishermen, Fisherwomen Cooperative Societies, and Entrepreneurs are eligible to avail the 10% subsidy.