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Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-yojana (PM-MKSSY): COMPONENT 1A: Formalization of Fisheries Sector and Facilitating Access of Fisheries Microenterprises to Government of India Programs for Working Capital Financing

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Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying

This central government scheme helps small fisheries businesses become officially registered and access bank loans for their daily operations. Run by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, it supports fisheries microenterprises by connecting them with institutional credit and small financial grants. The scheme focuses on formalizing the fisheries sector so small fish farmers and aquaculture workers can grow their businesses.

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What You Get

  • Small grants to help formalize your fisheries microenterprise
  • Access to institutional bank loans for working capital
  • Support from credit intermediaries to secure financing
  • Help in connecting with government finance programs

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–60 years
  • Must be involved in fisheries sector (fishing, aquaculture, or related activities)
  • Your fisheries microenterprise must be registered on NFDP (National Fisheries Development Program)
  • Must have a valid bank account
  • Must have verifiable credit needs for working capital
  • Can be individual fisher, fish farmer, or microenterprise owner

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Bank Account Details
  3. 3. NFDP Registration Certificate
  4. 4. Business Registration Documents
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Identity Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Category
Agriculture
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–60 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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