Diesel VAT Relief Scheme for Fishermen

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.

Online

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.

Valid Diesel Card issued by the government.

Boat registration certificate.

Identification proof (Aadhaar Card, Fishermen ID, etc.).

Any other documents as required.