Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana 2026 Application Form PDF – New Pond Excavation & Input Support under MMKY

Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana 2026 application form PDF is available to download at fard.odisha.gov.in. Excavation of new ponds under Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana in Odisha aims to expand the freshwater fish production area. The scheme now runs as a component of the State Sector Umbrella Scheme Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY).

Under the latest guidelines the scheme has two parts. Component-I covers excavation of new tanks, while Component-II covers intensive fish farming in existing low-productivity tanks. Eligible farmers can get subsidy of up to 50% of the project cost, and the guidelines stay in force till the financial year 2028-29 unless revised by the department.

What is Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana

Odisha has about 7.07 lakh ha of inland fresh water resources, which include tanks, ponds, reservoirs, lakes, swamps and rivers. The scheme helps farmers create new water bodies and improve the use of existing ones so that freshwater fish production can grow. The main aims are given below.

• To create additional water bodies for intensive aquaculture in the inland sector through excavation of new tanks and ponds in Odisha.
• To promote intensive aquaculture in existing old tanks that have low productivity.
• To ensure income generation and employment creation through freshwater aquaculture.
• To improve productivity up to 5 MT per ha per year.

Detail	Information
Scheme Name	Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana (Matsya Pokhari Yojana)
Department	Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Odisha
Umbrella Scheme	Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY)
Components	Component-I (new tanks) and Component-II (existing tanks)
Subsidy	40% for General, 50% for SC/ST/Women/Transgender/PWD
Application Mode	Online through Go-SUGAM portal or offline via AFO
Official Website	fard.odisha.gov.in

Unit Cost and Subsidy under Matsya Pokhari Yojana

The unit cost and subsidy pattern have been revised under the MMKY umbrella scheme. For Component-I, the capital cost for excavating a new tank of 1 ha with 5 feet depth is Rs 7.00 lakh per ha, and the input cost for one crop cycle is Rs 4.00 lakh per ha. So the total unit cost for a 1 ha tank comes to Rs 11.00 lakh.

Subsidy of 40% is given to the General category and 50% to SC/ST/Women/Transgender/PwD categories. For a 1 ha tank, the total subsidy works out to Rs 4.40 lakh for the General category and Rs 5.50 lakh for the reserved categories. The details are given below.

Specification of Tank / Pond	Unit Cost (Rs. Lakh)	Subsidy General (40%)	Subsidy SC/ST/Women/Transgender/PwD (50%)
Component-I: New tank of excavated area of 1 ha having 5 feet depth (Capital Cost)	7.00	2.80	3.50
Component-I: Input cost for one crop cycle for 1 ha water area	4.00	1.60	2.00
Total (1 ha tank)	11.00	4.40	5.50
Component-II: Input cost for one crop cycle for 1 ha water area (existing tank)	4.00	1.60	2.00

The input cost for one crop cycle includes seed, feed, lime, pond water management inputs, medicine, disinfectants, harvesting and other items. The detailed input cost for a 1 ha water area under Component-I is given below.

Items	Quantity / Ha	Rate (Rs.)	Amount (Rs.)
Lime (Kg)	600	12	7,200
Pond water management inputs (probiotics, manure etc.)	L.S	--	15,000
Sampling and testing kits	L.S	--	2,000
Fish seed (fingerling)	6,000	10	60,000
Fish feed	7,500 kg	36	2,70,000
Medicine, disinfectants, probiotics	L.S	--	15,000
Harvesting / sample netting charges	L.S	--	15,000
Miscellaneous	L.S	--	15,800
Total	--	--	Rs. 4,00,000

Eligibility Criteria for Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana

Farmers who want to take up fish farming under this scheme need to meet a few basic conditions. The eligibility points are listed below.

• Must be a permanent resident of Odisha and must have identity and residential proof including Aadhaar Card.
• Must have a bank account in his or her name in Odisha.
• Must have the required land free from all encumbrances, with documentary proof of the land.
• Minimum water spread area of 0.20 ha and maximum of 5.00 ha with a minimum water depth of 5 feet is considered for subsidy under Component-I. For Component-II the maximum is 2.00 ha.
• If a beneficiary has already availed subsidy for pond excavation under other schemes for less than the ceiling, he or she can apply for the balance area up to the overall limit.

Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana Application Form PDF

The scheme is advertised through the departmental website, newspapers and wall posters at the District and Block Fisheries Offices across the state. Interested farmers can apply online through the Go-SUGAM portal. If online application is not possible, they can submit the application offline to the Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) of the concerned block in the prescribed format.

The Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana application form PDF can be downloaded from the official website. The form is present in Annexure-III of the guidelines and the download link is given below.

Download Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana Application Form PDF

The application must be submitted with a self-contained proposal with techno-economic details, including the species to be cultured and the capital and recurring cost involved. Documentary proof of the land (own or registered lease) free from encroachments is required. In case of leased land, the lease period must not be less than 7 years from the date of application. In case of joint property, an affidavit before the Executive Magistrate is required.

Documents Required with the Application Form

The following documents are to be attached with the application form while applying.

1. Filled in application form
2. Photocopy of Aadhaar Card
3. Photocopy of Record of Right (RoR) of the proposed land
4. Sketch map of the proposed land certified by the revenue official
5. Caste / PwD / Transgender certificate
6. Affidavit in case of joint property
7. Registered lease agreement for a minimum period of 7 years (if applicable)
8. Photocopy of the first page of the bank passbook

How to Apply for Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana

Applying for the scheme is a simple process. The steps are given below.

STEP 1 - Go to the official Go-SUGAM portal of Odisha and register yourself with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.

STEP 2 - Fill in the application form for the Matsya Pokhari Yojana and upload the required documents like Aadhaar, RoR, bank passbook and caste certificate.

STEP 3 - If you cannot apply online, submit the offline application to the Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) of your block in the prescribed format.

STEP 4 - The AFO will visit the site, take geo-tagged photographs and submit the survey and technical feasibility report to the District Fisheries Officer (DFO) within 15 days.

STEP 5 - The DFO will place the eligible applications before the District Level Committee (DLC) under the chairmanship of the Collector for approval.

STEP 6 - After approval, the DFO will issue a Go-Ahead letter to the selected beneficiary to take up the excavation or culture work.

Process for Providing Subsidy under Matsya Pokhari Yojana

The subsidy is released in a back-ended manner after the work is completed and verified. The key points of the process are given below.

• Identification of the beneficiary is done with Aadhaar linking at the time of application to prevent multiple benefits.
• Preference is given to ST/SC/PwD/Transgender applicants in the selection of beneficiaries.
• The AFO takes geo-tagged photographs of the site before, during and after the project and submits them to the DFO.
• The AFO physically verifies 100% of the completed projects and submits the utilization certificate with photographs.
• The DFO or higher officers cross-check at least 25% of the projects separately.
• After completion of excavation, the proportionate capital subsidy is released through DBT/RTGS/NEFT to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary.
• The remaining subsidy is released after stocking of fingerlings and submission of input vouchers and bills.
• Payments of Rs 20,000 or more for each item must be made through online mode like RTGS/NEFT/UPI, and the online transaction receipt is required for release of subsidy.

Support from the Department under Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana

Apart from the subsidy, the department also gives other support to the farmers. These are listed below.

• Training of farmers is organized at the district and block level.
• The concerned AFO of the block guides the farmers in the field and gives the layout for excavation of new tanks and technical support for pisciculture.
• Assistance is provided in the marketing of fish.

FAQ's

Is Odisha Matsya Pokhari Yojana still running in 2026?

Yes. The scheme now runs as a component of the Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY) umbrella scheme, and the latest guidelines are valid till the financial year 2028-29.

What is the subsidy amount under the scheme?

Subsidy of 40% is given to the General category and 50% to SC/ST/Women/Transgender/PwD categories. For a 1 ha new tank, the total subsidy is about Rs 4.40 lakh for the General category and Rs 5.50 lakh for the reserved categories.

How can I apply for the scheme?

You can apply online through the Go-SUGAM portal of Odisha, or submit the offline application to the Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) of your block.

Where can I download the application form PDF?

The application form PDF is available on the official website fard.odisha.gov.in. The direct download link is given in this article.