“Financial Assistance for Purchase of Stake Net and its Accessories” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Stake net is a traditional method of catching fish practiced near river banks. This scheme provides financial assistance in the form of a subsidy.

Benefits

• General Category: Subsidy of 50%, limited to ₹30,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excl. GST).
• SC/ST/Woman Category: Subsidy of 60%, limited to ₹36,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excl. GST).

Note: The beneficiary can avail of the scheme every 3 years.

Eligibility

• Traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
• Resident of Goa.
• Must have purchased a Stake Net and its Accessories.

Application Process

Offline:

Step 1: Request the application form from the department by paying ₹50.

Step 2: Fill fields and attach self-attested documents.

Step 3: Submit the form and documents to the Department of Fisheries in Panaji or BDO/Sub-Offices.

Documents Required

• Stake Allotment Permission from the Department of Fisheries.
• Stake Net Registration Certificate and License Certificate.
• Original Invoice from Authorized Dealers.
• Undertaking as per Proforma.
• Copy of Aadhaar Card.
• Mandate Form and Bank Pass Book.