Diesel VAT Relief Scheme for Fishermen
The "Diesel VAT Relief Scheme for Fishermen" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance by subsidizing the VAT levied on high-speed diesel used in fishing boats.
- Ministry / Department
- Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
- Level
- State
- Benefit type
- cash
What is Diesel VAT Relief Scheme for Fishermen?
The "Diesel VAT Relief Scheme for Fishermen" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance by subsidizing the VAT levied on high-speed diesel used in fishing boats.
- Benefit
- **Name of Component****Standard of Assistance****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits**Diesel VAT assistancePer litre maximum assistance up to ₹15/-Assistance is available as per fixed diesel quota throughout the year
- Level
- State — Gujarat
- Ministry / Dept.
- Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
- Benefit type
- cash
- Key eligibility
- - The applicant must be a registered diesel cardholder. - The applicant must own a mechanized fishing boat. - The boat should be less than 20 meters in length.
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Benefits
**Name of Component****Standard of Assistance****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits**Diesel VAT assistancePer litre maximum assistance up to ₹15/-Assistance is available as per fixed diesel quota throughout the year
Eligibility
Documents Required
How to Apply
Step 1: Online application — step 1
Step 1: Fishermen must obtain a token number from https://fisheries.gujarat.gov.in/Registration.aspx using their personal details. Step 2: Diesel cardholder fishermen must purchase fuel from government-approved diesel pumps. Step 3: The VAT relief is credited automatically via an online system.
Sources & References
- Official scheme website ↗
- Source record ↗
- Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.
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