Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir is a government scheme designed to help fishers and raise inland fish production. It gives money support for reservoir farming to individuals, societies, and self-help groups, helping them adopt long-term practices and grow their income.

PMMSY is a central government scheme run by the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. Under this, the Gujarat government supports the stocking of fingerlings in reservoirs for inland fishers. The scheme is still open for applications in 2026 through the I-Khedut Portal, and the rules for benefits and eligibility remain the same as before.

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir - Introduction

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Stocking of fingerlings in reservoir helps drive a Blue Revolution by building the fisheries sector in a long-term way. This scheme focuses on raising fish production, creating local jobs, and protecting the social and economic welfare of fishers across the region.

Introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, government of Gujarat, this scheme provides support for inland fisheries activities to individuals, registered societies, self-help groups, and private entities. The scheme works through a partnership where the government of India provides 60% of the funds and the government of Gujarat provides the remaining 40%.

Objective:

This scheme aims to:

1. Raise fish production by stocking fingerlings in reservoirs while creating jobs for inland fishers.
2. Speed up inland fish farming activity in freshwater bodies to improve output.
3. Support modern methods like Biofloc and the Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS), which allow high fish production in limited land and water space.
4. Set up freshwater hatcheries to improve overall inland fish farming capacity.

Key Information

Benefits

When you take part in the stocking of fingerlings in reservoirs, you get support for stocking 1,000 fingerlings per hectare. The unit cost is worked out at ₹3.00 per piece.

Mode of Payment: The funds are given through a 60% share from the government of India and a 40% share from the state government. You can get the benefit for this specific component only once in your lifetime.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, you should meet these points:

1. You should be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity active in inland fishing.
2. You should be at least 18 years old.
3. You must have a personal bank account.
4. You should own land or have a valid land lease agreement for at least 10 years if you are applying for construction-related support. If the land is shared, you should give a consent form signed by all co-owners.
5. You must have a valid identity proof such as a Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport.

Priorities: Fishers from all categories are welcome to apply. If you belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, keep your official certificate ready to get the extra support.

Application Process

You should apply online through the I-Khedut Portal by following these steps.

STEP 1 - Go to the I-Khedut Portal and click on 'Login'.

STEP 2 - Select 'Beneficiary Registration' and choose your type (Farmer, Institutional, or Other).

STEP 3 - Enter your details, including company name (if applicable), district, taluka, village, and bank account information.

STEP 4 - Complete the captcha and click 'Save and Next'. Then give your mobile number and email to receive and verify an OTP. Create a secure password to finish the registration.

STEP 5 - Log in to the portal and go to 'Schemes' followed by 'Agricultural Schemes'.

STEP 6 - Find this scheme and click the 'Apply' button. Click 'Apply New' to start your application or 'Update Application' if you need to fix details.

STEP 7 - Once satisfied, confirm your application and keep a printed copy for your records.

If you need any help, you can check the contact details here.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready when applying online:

1. Valid ID proof (Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport).
2. Your bank account details (passbook or cancelled cheque).
3. Land ownership documents (if the land is in your name).
4. A notarized lease agreement (for at least 10 years, if applicable).
5. A signed consent form from all co-owners of the land.
6. Your SC/ST certificate (if applicable).

References

For detailed rules and official updates, please refer to the official guidelines.

FAQ's

Who is eligible to apply for these benefits?

Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir lease holders, and private entities involved in inland fisheries are welcome to apply.

What is the age requirement?

You must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Do I need land ownership records?

If you are applying for construction support, you must own the land or have a lease agreement valid for at least 10 years.

What if my land is co-owned?

You should submit a written consent form from all co-owners of the land to remain eligible.

How much financial support can I get for stocking fingerlings?

General category applicants receive 40% of the unit cost, while women, SC, and ST applicants receive 60% of the unit cost.

How is the funding shared?

The government of India provides 60% of the support, and the state government provides 40%.

How many fingerlings can I stock?

The scheme supports the stocking of 1,000 fingerlings per hectare.

How does this help my fish farming business?

It raises your output by giving direct support for stocking, hatchery development, and adopting modern methods like Biofloc and RAS, which get the most out of small spaces.

Which documents serve as identity proof?

You can submit a Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, or Passport.