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.
₹15
| Name of Component | Standard of Assistance | Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits |
| Diesel VAT assistance | Per litre maximum assistance up to ₹15/- | Assistance is available as per fixed diesel quota throughout the year |
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.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
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.
