Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme is run by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Jharkhand. It aims to increase fish production and create livelihood opportunities in the state's reservoir areas. The scheme provides support to registered fisheries cooperatives and individual fishermen by supplying essential fishing resources and equipment.
What You Get
- Supply of fish fingerlings for stocking in reservoirs
- Provision of boats for fishing operations
- Distribution of fishing nets and equipment
- Support for enhancing fish production capacity
- Livelihood development opportunities for fishermen
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: Jharkhand residents only
- Must be a registered member of a fisheries cooperative or association
- Should be engaged in fishing or fish-related activities
- Preference given to traditional and marginalized fishermen
- Must be a resident of Jharkhand
- Cooperatives must have proper registration with state authorities
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Cooperative Registration Certificate
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Fishing License
- 5. Address Proof
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
- Jharkhand
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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