The scheme “Financial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites (Gill Net/ River Gill Net with Accessories)” is implemented by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. It provides a 50% subsidy to fishermen for purchasing fisheries requisites such as gill nets with accessories.
Benefits
• General Category: 50% subsidy limited to ₹30,000/-
• SC/ST Category: 50% subsidy limited to ₹40,000/-
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession
• Must be a resident of Goa
• Neither the applicant nor any household member should be a defaulter with the Directorate of Fisheries
• Must possess their own registered fishing canoe
• The applicant must submit the original VAT bill from an authorized dealer to claim the subsidy
• The Gill Net must not be sold, leased, or transferred for five years from the date of purchase
• The fishing net should be registered with the Directorate of Fisheries
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Print the prescribed application form
• Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed if required), and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested, if required)
• Step 3: Submit the filled and signed form along with the documents to the concerned authority at Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa – 403 521 or to the official at the BDO Office/Sub-Offices
Grievance Redressal
• Register any dissatisfaction or complaint with the Department’s Grievance Redressal Officer
• Lodge grievances at dir-fish.goa@nic.in; complaints will be acknowledged and final action communicated within 30 days
Documents Required
• Certificate of Vessel Registration issued by the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa, under the Merchant Shipping Act 1958
• Fishing Vessel License Certificate
• Fishing Net License Certificate
• Copy of Fishing Netbook (Updated)
• Original GST Bill from the Authorized Dealer for the construction of the Wooden/FRP Craft
• Caste Certificate (ST/SC) if applicable
• Copy of Aadhar Card
• Copy of Election Card
• Copy of Bank Passbook/Statement (Aadhaar linked)
• Bank Letter (if bank financed)
• Inspection Report along with photographs of the fishing canoe, net, and its accessories, as provided by the Fisheries Superintendent/Fisheries Officer/Assistant Superintendent of Fisheries (as per format)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can the applicant claim the subsidy without submitting the original VAT bill?
A: No, the original VAT bill from the authorized dealer is required to claim the subsidy.
Q: What is the subsidy limit for SC/ST Category under the scheme?
A: The subsidy limit for SC/ST Category is ₹40,000/-.
Q: Is there a specific contact point for registering dissatisfaction or complaints?
A: Yes, complaints can be registered with the Grievance Redressal Officer or via dir-fish.goa@nic.in.
Q: For how long is the applicant restricted from selling, leasing, or transferring the Gill Net?
A: The Gill Net cannot be sold, leased, or transferred for five years from the date of purchase.
Q: Can an applicant submit the application form and documents through an online platform?
A: No, the application process for this scheme is offline.
Q: What role do the Fisheries Superintendent and Fisheries Officer play in the application process?
A: They are responsible for conducting the inspection report along with photographs of the fishing canoe, net, and its accessories as per the required format.
Q: In case of a change in the applicant’s residential address during the scheme period, what should be done?
A: The applicant should update their details with the Department of Fisheries as per the prescribed procedure.
Q: Are there any income criteria for eligibility?
A: No specific income criteria are mentioned in the scheme details.
Q: Is there any application fee associated with the scheme?
A: There is no application fee mentioned.
Q: Is there any compensation for delays in the disbursal of scheme benefits?
A: The scheme details do not specify any compensation for delayed disbursal.
Q: Is it mandatory to have a bank account for this scheme?
A: Yes, a bank account is required to receive the subsidy.
Sources and References
• Guidelines
• Application Form, Inspection Report, And Self Declaration
• Contact Us