PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)

प्रधानमंत्री मत्स्य सम्पदा योजना

Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying

💰 Benefit: ₹20,050 crore total; 40–60% subsidy

iAbout This Scheme

Flagship scheme with ₹20,050 crore investment to bring about Blue Revolution in fisheries through sustainable and responsible development, doubling fishermen income, and creating employment in fisheries sector.

🎁Key Benefits

Subsidy for fish pond construction (40–60%)
Boat and net assistance for marine fishers
Cold storage and fish processing infrastructure support
Kisan Credit Card for fishermen
Accident insurance of ₹5 lakh for fishermen
Training and capacity building

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Fishermen, fish farmers, SHGs in fisheries sector
2
State government, ULBs, cooperatives, and FPOs in fisheries
3
Varies by component — individual and institutional beneficiaries

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📝How to Apply

Apply Through State Fisheries Dept

Apply at state or district fisheries department for individual beneficiary components.

Submit Project Proposal

For infrastructure components, submit DPR to state fisheries authority.

Sanction & Disbursement

State implements scheme; subsidy disbursed after physical verification.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What is PM Matsya Sampada Yojana?

PMMSY provides ₹20,050 crore investment for fisheries sector development including fish production, post-harvest infrastructure, cold chains, and welfare of fishers and aquaculture farmers.

What benefits do individual fishers get?

Fish farmers and fishers can get: boat/net purchase subsidy (40–60%), insurance, cage culture/RAS setup subsidy, biofloc support, and cold chain infrastructure grants through state fisheries departments.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
Fishermen registration certificate
Bank account passbook
Land/water body ownership proof
Project proposal (for infrastructure support)

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card

PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)

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