Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Fishing Boats (Catamarans)
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme is run by Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Banks in Tamil Nadu to help fishing communities purchase fishing boats, specifically catamarans. It provides affordable loans to eligible fishermen and farmers engaged in fishing activities. The loan amounts range from ₹15,000 to ₹60,000, making it accessible for small and medium-scale fishing operations.
What You Get
- Loan assistance for purchasing catamarans (fishing boats)
- Loan amount ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹60,000
- Affordable financing through cooperative banks
- Support for fishing-based livelihoods and income generation
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–55 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Must be engaged in fishing or agriculture-related fishing activities
- Should be a member of Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank
- Resident of Tamil Nadu
- Should have the ability to repay the loan as per bank norms
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Bank Passbook
- 3. Membership Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Loan Application Form
- 6. Proof of Residence
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Tamil Nadu
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–55 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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