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Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)

Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying

Published 17 September 2026

In short

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana gives capital subsidy for fisheries infrastructure and aquaculture, typically 40% of project cost for general category individuals and 60% for SC, ST and women beneficiaries, under a scheme outlay of about Rs 20,050 crore.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Level
Central and State
Launched
2020
Last date
Open all year.

What you get

Capital subsidy for fisheries infrastructure, aquaculture, cold chain and value addition units, typically 40 percent of unit cost for general category individuals and 60 percent for SC, ST and women beneficiaries, under a scheme outlay of about Rs 20,050 crore.

Who is eligible

Fishers, fish farmers, fisheries cooperatives, FPOs, self help groups, entrepreneurs and state fisheries departments engaged in fisheries or aquaculture. Eligibility varies by sub-component.

Documents you need

Aadhaar, bank account, land or water body documents, project proposal, caste certificate if applicable

How to apply

Apply through the state or UT Fisheries Department or the National Fisheries Digital Platform with a project proposal. The proposal is appraised by the state and forwarded for approval, and subsidy is released against implementation milestones.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for PMMSY?

Fishers, fish farmers, fisheries cooperatives, FPOs, self help groups and entrepreneurs engaged in fisheries or aquaculture activities.

What subsidy does PMMSY give?

Typically 40% of project cost for general category individuals and 60% for SC, ST and women beneficiaries, varying by sub-component.

How do I apply for PMMSY?

Apply through the state or UT Fisheries Department or the National Fisheries Digital Platform with a project proposal.

What is the total outlay of PMMSY?

The scheme has a total outlay of about Rs 20,050 crore for fisheries infrastructure and development.

Which ministry runs PMMSY?

The Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying runs PMMSY.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.