Government Scheme

TN Aquaculture Development Scheme

Tamil Nadu Aquaculture Development and Fisheries Welfare Scheme

Department of Fisheries, Government of Tamil Nadu

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Total Outlay

₹650.00 Cr

Subsidy

50% general; 75% for SC/ST

Approval Timeline

2-5 months

About this Scheme

Tamil Nadu operates one of the most progressive aquaculture development programs in India, supporting both marine and inland aquaculture. The scheme provides high subsidies for pond construction, shrimp hatcheries, RAS units, and cage culture. Tamil Nadu is a major producer of Vannamei shrimp, Cobia, and brackishwater fish, with a strong export-oriented aquaculture sector centred around Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, and Ramanathapuram districts.

Objectives

1Enhance shrimp and fish production through scientific aquaculture
2Promote cage culture in reservoirs and coastal waters
3Support RAS and biofloc technology adoption among farmers
4Develop Tamil Nadu as a seafood export hub

Eligibility Criteria

Fish farmers with land suitable for aquaculture in Tamil Nadu
SC/ST beneficiaries with higher subsidy provision (up to 75%)
Youth entrepreneurs under 35 years with fisheries background
SHGs, FFPOs, and cooperatives in the fisheries sector

Benefits

50% subsidy on new pond/tank construction up to Rs. 5 lakh per hectare (75% for SC/ST)
RAS unit subsidy of 50% up to Rs. 25 lakh per unit
Cage culture support with 50% cost coverage for cage fabrication and stocking
Biofloc unit subsidy of 50% up to Rs. 4 lakh per unit
Free training at the Tamil Nadu Fisheries University, Nagapattinam
Crop insurance premium subsidy

Application Process

1Register on the TN eFisheries portal or apply at the District Fisheries Office
2Submit application with land and identity documents
3Field inspection by Assistant Director of Fisheries
4District Collector approves and subsidy is released via DBT

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card and address proof

Patta or chitta/adangal for land ownership

Registered lease deed (if leased land)

Bank account passbook copy

Caste certificate (for SC/ST applicants)

Age proof (for youth category)

Key Features

Among the highest subsidy rates in India at 75% for SC/ST beneficiaries

Strong institutional support through Tamil Nadu Fisheries University

Special focus on RAS and biofloc technology adoption

Active cage culture program in Sathanur, Mettur, and other reservoirs

Official Website

https://fisheries.tn.gov.in

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