+(91) 93461 99939

Fisheries · Bihar

Fish Pond Subsidy in Bihar

Fish Pond

NABARD Unit Cost for Fish Pond in Bihar

Government-approved benchmark amount for fisheries financing

NABARD Unit Cost₹9,00,000
StateBihar
CategoryFisheries
Sub-CategoryFisheries
SpecificationNew Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10')

Fish Pond — New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10')

Mandi prices, crop advice & dealers on your phoneFree NaPanta Smart Kisan app · price alerts for your cropsGet the app

Eligibility for Fish Pond Subsidy in Bihar

Who can apply

  • Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Bihar
  • Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Agri-entrepreneurs and cooperatives for commercial-scale investments
  • SC/ST farmers and women farmers (eligible for enhanced subsidy component of 5–10% additional)

Specification note

This unit cost applies specifically to: New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10'). If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.

How to Apply for Fish Pond Subsidy in Bihar

Step-by-step process

  1. Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹9,00,000 as the benchmark for a New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10') investment.
  2. Visit your bank in Bihar — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
  3. Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to PMMSY.
  4. Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
  5. Subsidy credit to loan account — The capital subsidy is deposited directly into your loan account, reducing the outstanding principal. Total processing time: 30–60 days.

Relevant central schemes:

Fish Pond Subsidy — State-wise Comparison

NABARD unit costs for Fish Pond across 2 states. Amounts reflect local input costs and state-level additions.

Fish Pond NABARD unit cost across Indian states
StateSubsidy AmountDetails
Biharcurrent₹9,00,000View →
Biharcurrent₹5,00,000View →

More Fisheries Subsidies in Bihar

View all Fisheries activities in Bihar →

More Subsidy Categories in Bihar

Loans, crop insurance and investment norms — NABARD unit costs, PMFBY rates and KCC interest.

District-level agromet advisories combining IMD 5-day weather forecasts with crop-specific pest, disease and irrigation recommendations.

Daily updates on mandi price movements, scheme announcements, weather advisories and crop-wise reports from state agriculture departments.

Find licensed seed, fertilizer and pesticide dealers near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NABARD subsidy amount for Fish Pond in Bihar?

The NABARD unit cost for Fish Pond in Bihar is ₹9,00,000 (specification: New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10')). This is the benchmark amount banks use when sanctioning a term loan for this activity. The actual subsidy you receive depends on the scheme — typically 25–50% of the unit cost.

What does "New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10')" mean for Fish Pond?

The specification "New Pond 1 Ha 4-5 feet excavationwith shallow tube well , pumpset and Chawkidar Shed (12'x10')" defines the exact scale or parameters of the investment — such as area in hectares, capacity in litres per day, number of animals, or structural dimensions. NABARD unit costs are tied to this specification; a different scale may have a different unit cost. If your project differs, ask your bank to use the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.

How do I apply for the Fish Pond subsidy in Bihar?

Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Fish Pond using the NABARD unit cost of ₹9,00,000 as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Bihar with land records, Aadhaar, and the DPR. Step 3: The bank appraises and routes the subsidy claim through the Fisheries department. Step 4: After physical verification, the subsidy is deposited into your loan account. Total processing time is typically 30–60 days.

Which government scheme covers Fish Pond in Bihar?

Fish Pond falls under the Fisheries category. Relevant central schemes include Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Check the Apply section below for the specific portal and nodal department in Bihar.

Which state gives the highest subsidy for Fish Pond?

Bihar offers ₹9,00,000 for Fish Pond, which is among the higher rates across Indian states. The compare table below shows the exact amount in each state where NABARD has published a unit cost for this activity.

What is the loan repayment period for Fish Pond financing in Bihar?

NABARD-linked term loans for fisheries investments like Fish Pond typically have a repayment period of 5–9 years (including a moratorium of 1–2 years). The moratorium aligns with the gestation period of the investment — for example, a fruit orchard may take 3 years to yield income, so repayment begins after that. Exact tenure depends on your bank and the specific scheme.