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PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat
6.9/10The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for the purchase of vehicles. Through this scheme, subsidy benefits are provided to general, women, and SC/ST category beneficiaries.
States / UT: Gujarat
Nodal department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Sub-categories: Fishing and hunting
Target beneficiaries: Individual
Tags: Construction Of Plant, Storage, Fishermen, Fish Sellers
Details
The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)” with the component of "Refrigerated vehicles", introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernise cold chain infrastructure to preserve fish health, uplift fishermen, and enhance value chain efficiency. Through this scheme, financial support is provided to fishermen and related beneficiaries for constructing ice plants or storage units with a minimum capacity of 30 tonnes, ensuring hygienic fish storage and better returns. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from the State Government.
Objective of the scheme
- Marine production in the Gujarat state is one of the leading in the country. The state lags behind in exports due to non-norms. So cold storage/ice plant modernization is necessary to keep the fish in healthy condition.
- Insulated vehicle, three wheeler with ice box including e-rickshaw, and live fish vending center to deliver the fish in hygienic condition to the consumer, so that the consumer (customer) can get fresh and clean fish from the local area and get good returns to the sellers.
- Around 27,000 small and large boats are operating in the state. To strengthen the safety and security of the fishermen and increase the income of the boat owner, replacement of the existing boats is necessary to increase the sea growth of the existing boats.
Benefits
- 1. The unit cost of a refrigerated vehicle is ₹25,00,000/-. 1. 40% assistance (up to ₹10,00,000/-) is provided for general category beneficiaries. 1. 60% assistance (up to ₹15,00,000/-) is provided for women and SC/ST category beneficiaries. Conditions:
- The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India
- The benefit is available once in a lifetime. Mode of Disbursement: Contribution is shared: 60% by the Government of India and 40% by State Governments. Frequency of Disbursement: One-time assistance. Validity: Once in a lifetime for eligible beneficiaries
- The unit cost of a refrigerated vehicle is ₹25,00,000/-.
- 40% assistance (up to ₹10,00,000/-) is provided for general category beneficiaries.
- 60% assistance (up to ₹15,00,000/-) is provided for women and SC/ST category beneficiaries.
Conditions:
- The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India.
- The benefit is available once in a lifetime.
Mode of Disbursement: Contribution is shared: 60% by the Government of India and 40% by State Governments.
Frequency of Disbursement: One-time assistance.
Validity: Once in a lifetime for eligible beneficiaries.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state.
- The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software.
- The applicant should hold a fishing license.
- The applicant should complete the online registration on the iKhedut Portal.1. The applicant should obtain in-principle approval before purchase of the floor plan.
- The applicant should have his/her own bank account.
Preference/Reservation/Relaxation:
- Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost.
- General category beneficiaries are eligible for 40% assistance of the unit cost.
How useful is this scheme?
A practical look at this scheme for citizens
AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.
- Accessibility6.0
- Financial impact9.5
- Rural utility5.0
- Awareness4.5
- Simplicity6.0
- Inclusivity9.0
What problem does this scheme solve?
The scheme provides significant financial assistance for refrigerated vehicles, benefiting fishermen and related stakeholders in Gujarat.
Key challenges addressed
- Modernizing cold chain infrastructure
- Enhancing fish storage and preservation
- Increasing income for fishermen
Most beneficial for
- Women beneficiaries
- SC/ST category beneficiaries
- Fishermen
Likely challenges
- Complex online application process
- Need for digital literacy
- Limited awareness among potential beneficiaries
Practical insights for citizens
The scheme is practical but requires significant effort to navigate the application process.
Rural challenges
- Limited internet access
- Lack of awareness about the scheme
Digital challenges
- High digital dependency for application
- Need for digital literacy
Implementation bottlenecks
- Complex eligibility verification
- Potential delays in fund disbursement
Awareness challenges
- Low awareness among fishermen
- Need for outreach programs
Application analysis
- Application mode
- Online portal
- Verification complexity
- Moderate
- Office dependency
- Low
- DBT dependency
- No
- CSC support
- Limited
- Estimated citizen effort
- Moderate
Estimated beneficiary reach
Benefit analysis
- Benefit type
- Cash
- Benefit frequency
- One-time assistance
- Benefit practicality
- High for eligible beneficiaries
- Financial meaningfulness
- Very meaningful due to substantial financial support
- Long-term impact
- Positive impact on income and fish preservation
Plain-language guidance
This scheme helps fishermen in Gujarat buy refrigerated vehicles with financial support. Women and SC/ST beneficiaries get more assistance. The application is online and requires some digital skills.
- Who should apply
- Fishermen and women in the fishing industry in Gujarat.
- Who may struggle
- Semi-literate individuals and those unfamiliar with online processes.
- Best application route
- Apply via the I-Khedut Portal.
This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.
Application Process
Online
Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- What is the unit cost of a refrigerated vehicle under this scheme?
The unit cost of a refrigerated vehicle is ₹25,00,000/-.
- How much financial assistance is given to general category beneficiaries?
General category beneficiaries receive 40% assistance, up to ₹10,00,000/-.
- How much assistance is provided to women and SC/ST category beneficiaries?
Women and SC/ST category beneficiaries receive 60% assistance, up to ₹15,00,000/-.
- Is there any difference in assistance based on category?
Yes, general category beneficiaries get 40% assistance, while women and SC/ST category beneficiaries get 60% assistance.
- How is the financial contribution shared between governments?
The Government of India provides 60% contribution, and the State Governments provide 40% contribution.
- Is the benefit available multiple times for a beneficiary?
No, the benefit can be availed of only once in a lifetime.
- Will all applicants automatically receive the benefit?
No, the benefit is available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India.
- Who decides the allocation of targets for assistance?
The allocation of targets is done by the Government of India.
- What is the maximum financial assistance a beneficiary can get?
A beneficiary can receive up to ₹15,00,000/- as financial assistance.
- Can a general category beneficiary get the same level of assistance as women or SC/ST beneficiaries?
No, general category beneficiaries get up to ₹10,00,000/-, while women and SC/ST beneficiaries can get up to ₹15,00,000/-.
Official links
References
- Guidelines
- https://cof.gujarat.gov.in/Home/SchemesDetailsPage/o4rkgGvkhO9IQUTkb5zosA%E2%99%AC%E2%99%AC
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the purpose of PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat is a government welfare initiative designed to support Individual, Individual through benefits related to Agriculture,Rural & Environment, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
- Who can apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Eligibility for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
- What benefits are offered under PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Benefits under PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
- Which department manages PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat is managed by Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
- Can users apply online for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
- Is Aadhaar mandatory for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
- Where can users apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Applications for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
- What documents may be required for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
- Is income certificate required for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Income certificate requirements may vary depending on beneficiary category, subsidy eligibility, and financial assistance criteria defined under PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat.
- Is PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat available in all states?
- No, PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat is primarily available for eligible residents of Gujarat and may be implemented through state government departments and local administrative offices.
- Can residents outside Gujarat apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Eligibility for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat is generally limited to residents of Gujarat unless otherwise specified in the official scheme guidelines.
- Can small and marginal farmers apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Eligible small and marginal farmers may apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat subject to land ownership records, income eligibility, and agricultural beneficiary criteria.
- Does PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat provide subsidy support for farmers?
- PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat may provide agricultural subsidies, financial assistance, crop support, irrigation benefits, insurance coverage, or farming-related welfare assistance depending on the scheme structure.
- Is PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat only for women beneficiaries?
- PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat is primarily intended to support eligible women beneficiaries through welfare assistance, financial support, skill development, healthcare, or social security initiatives.
- Does PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat support self-employment or financial assistance for women?
- Depending on scheme guidelines, PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat may provide loans, subsidies, training support, self-employment assistance, or financial welfare benefits for women.
- Can CSC centres help users apply for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
- How can users check the latest updates for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
- Can beneficiaries track application status for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat?
- Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
- Where can users get help for PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat in Gujarat?
- Users in Gujarat may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
- Which nearby public services may help with PMMSY: Refrigerated vehicles - Gujarat applications?
- Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.