Sarkari Yojana

Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Training of Scheduled Caste trainees Gujarat

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Scheduled Caste people in Gujarat's inland fisheries who complete a 10-day fisheries training receive a one-time stipend of ₹1,250/-, calculated at ₹125/- per day. Applications go to the District Fisheries Office.

About Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Training of Scheduled Caste trainees Gujarat

The “Training of Scheduled Caste Trainees” component of “Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries”, introduced by Gujarat’s Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department and implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat, pays a stipend to SC beneficiaries attending fisheries training so they can build knowledge and skills. Its broader purpose is to raise fish output and open employment avenues for Scheduled Caste (SC) people in inland fisheries. Objectives:

  • Lift fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide work for scheduled caste (SC) people engaged in inland fisheries.
  • Drive fish farming or fishing activity in freshwater bodies by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
  • Strengthen inland fisheries and fish output through reservoir fishing, pond aquaculture and river catch by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
  • Mainly, provide employment openings to Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and increase fish production.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Training of Scheduled Caste trainees Gujarat, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants should be Scheduled Caste (SC) community members

Applicants should be Scheduled Caste (SC) community members.

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Applicants should be above the age of 18…

Applicants should be above the age of 18 years.

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Applicants should be engaged in inland fisheries activities

Applicants should be engaged in inland fisheries activities.

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Applicants may be an individual, a society, a…

Applicants may be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.

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Applicants should hold their own bank account

Applicants should hold their own bank account.

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Applicants should have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport…

Applicants should have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport for identification. Preference/Reservation: This benefit is exclusively for Scheduled Caste fishermen within the inland fisheries scheme.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Training of Scheduled Caste trainees Gujarat provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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On finishing ten days of training, each trainee…

On finishing ten days of training, each trainee receives a stipend of ₹1,250/-.

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The stipend is calculated at ₹125/- for each…

The stipend is calculated at ₹125/- for each day. Training Duration: Fisheries training lasting 10 days. Frequency of Disbursement: Only once in a lifetime.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A valid identity document (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport)

A valid identity document (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport)

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Passbook of the trainee's bank account

Passbook of the trainee's bank account

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Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate

Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Training of Scheduled Caste trainees Gujarat through the offline application process outlined below.

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Go to the District Fisheries Office closest to…

Go to the District Fisheries Office closest to you in your district.

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Ask for the Prescribed Application Form for the…

Ask for the Prescribed Application Form for the training component, namely "Training of Scheduled Caste Trainees" under Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries.

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Complete the Application Form fully and accurately

Complete the Application Form fully and accurately.

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Enclose the needed documents, such as identity proof,…

Enclose the needed documents, such as identity proof, SC certificate and bank account proof.

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Hand the application personally to the relevant official…

Hand the application personally to the relevant official at the District Fisheries Office.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Objectives

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Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References