A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Andaman & Nicobar Fishermen's Development Scheme 2026 — ₹1 Lakh Subsidy on Fishing Boats & Equipment | fisheries.andaman.gov.in |
| State | Andaman & Nicobar Islands (अंडमान और निकोबार) |
| Launched By | Government of Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
| Launch Year | 2021 |
| Benefit | Up to ₹1 lakh capital subsidy on mechanised fishing boats and equipment + concessional bank loan for balance |
| Category | Finance |
| Last Verified | 2 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://fisheries.andaman.gov.in |
What is A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme?
The Andaman & Nicobar Fishermen's Development Scheme provides financial assistance of up to ₹1 lakh as a capital subsidy on the purchase of mechanised fishing boats and modern fishing equipment to registered fishermen in the Union Territory. The scheme also covers subsidy on outboard motors, fishing nets, ice boxes, and safety equipment. Eligible fishermen can avail bank loans at concessional rates for the balance amount. The scheme is administered by the Fisheries Department of the A&N Administration and funded under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) and UT-level fisheries development funds.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Up to ₹1 lakh capital subsidy on mechanised fishing boats and equipment + concessional bank loan for balance. The scheme was launched in 2021 and is implemented by the Government of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
अंडमान और निकोबार मत्स्यपालन विकास योजना के तहत पंजीकृत मछुआरों को मैकेनाइज्ड नाव, आउटबोर्ड मोटर, जाल और बर्फ बक्सों पर ₹1 लाख तक की पूंजी सब्सिडी दी जाती है। शेष राशि के लिए रियायती बैंक ऋण भी उपलब्ध है।
मैकेनाइज्ड नाव और उपकरण पर ₹1 लाख तक की पूंजी सब्सिडी + बैंक से रियायती ऋण
अंडमान और निकोबार मछुआरा विकास योजना के तहत पंजीकृत मछुआरों को मैकेनाइज्ड नाव और आधुनिक मछली पकड़ने के उपकरण — आउटबोर्ड मोटर, जाल, आइस बॉक्स और सुरक्षा उपकरण — की खरीद पर ₹1 लाख तक की पूंजी सब्सिडी दी जाती है। शेष राशि के लिए PMMSY के तहत रियायती बैंक ऋण उपलब्ध है।
📌 फायदा: मैकेनाइज्ड नाव और उपकरण पर ₹1 लाख तक की पूंजी सब्सिडी + रियायती बैंक ऋण
पात्रता:
A&N द्वीपसमूह में वैध मछली पकड़ने का लाइसेंस धारक — न्यूनतम 5 वर्ष का स्थायी निवासी — वार्षिक आय ₹3 लाख से कम — पिछले 5 वर्षों में नाव/उपकरण सब्सिडी नहीं मिली हो।
अर्ज कसा करावा:
fisheries.andaman.gov.in पर जाएं या पोर्ट ब्लेयर में मत्स्य पालन विभाग कार्यालय जाएं। वैध मछली पकड़ने का लाइसेंस, डोमिसाइल प्रमाण, सहकारी सदस्यता प्रमाण, आय प्रमाण, नाव खरीद का उद्धरण और आधार-लिंक्ड बैंक पासबुक साथ लाएं।
Benefits of A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme
✅ Up to ₹1 lakh capital subsidy on mechanised fishing boats and equipment + concessional bank loan for balance
मैकेनाइज्ड नाव और उपकरण पर ₹1 लाख तक की पूंजी सब्सिडी + बैंक से रियायती ऋण
Who is Eligible for A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme?
- ✓ Registered fisherman holding a valid fishing licence in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- ✓ Permanent resident of A&N Islands (minimum 5 years)
- ✓ Member of a registered Fishermen Cooperative Society (preferred)
- ✓ Annual income below ₹3 lakh from all sources
- ✓ Not having availed any boat/gear subsidy in the previous 5 years
Documents Required for A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme
How to Apply for A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme Online?
- 1Visit the official portal: https://fisheries.andaman.gov.in
- 2Register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
- 3Fill in the application form with personal and bank details
- 4Upload required documents
- 5Submit the application and note down the reference number
- 6Track application status on the official portal
Official Government Portal — Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Apply directly on the official Andaman & Nicobar Islands government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
🔗 Apply at A&N Fisheries DepartmentFrequently Asked Questions — A&N Fishermen's Development Scheme
More Andaman & Nicobar Islands Government Schemes
Andaman & Nicobar Islands Tribal Welfare Scheme 2026 — Free Housing, Education & Health for Scheduled Tribes | andaman.nic.in
✅ Free pucca housing + free education with boarding + free healthcare + monthly food subsidy for ST families
Andaman & Nicobar Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 — Full Tuition + ₹1,200/Month for SC/ST/OBC Students | scholarships.gov.in
✅ Full tuition fee + ₹230–₹1,200/month for SC/ST/OBC A&N Island students Class 11 to PhD
Andaman & Nicobar Social Security Pension 2026 — ₹1,500/Month for Senior Citizens, Widows & Disabled | andaman.nic.in
✅ ₹1,500/month social security pension for senior citizens (60+), widows, and disabled persons (40%+) in A&N Islands
Andaman & Nicobar MGNREGA Job Card 2026 — 100 Days Guaranteed Employment at ₹357/Day | nrega.nic.in
✅ 100 days guaranteed employment at ₹357/day in A&N Islands — wages credited via DBT within 15 days
Andaman & Nicobar PMAY-Gramin Housing Scheme 2026 — ₹1.3 Lakh for BPL Rural Housing | pmayg.nic.in
✅ ₹1.3 lakh financial assistance + 90 days MGNREGS wages for BPL rural housing in A&N Islands
Andaman & Nicobar Coconut Farming Development Scheme 2026 — 50% Subsidy on Seedlings & Equipment | horticulture.andaman.gov.in
✅ 50% capital subsidy on certified coconut seedlings, drip irrigation, and post-harvest processing equipment
Andaman & Nicobar Women SHG Empowerment Scheme 2026 — ₹10,000 Revolving Fund + 0% Interest Loan | wcd.andaman.gov.in
✅ ₹10,000 seed revolving fund + up to ₹1 lakh 0% interest loan for women SHGs in A&N Islands
Andaman & Nicobar Island Area Development & Livelihood Scheme 2026 — Infrastructure & Livelihood Grants for Outer Islands | andaman.nic.in
✅ ₹10,000–₹50,000 livelihood grants + ferry connectivity + solar power for residents of remote/outer A&N Islands