Savings-cum-Relief Scheme for marine fishermen and fisherwomen (Tamil Nadu)
Shown as running by: Tamil Nadu Fisheries Policy Note 2026-27 (undated, 6.1.3: “The scheme has been approved for 2026-27 and collection of beneficiary contributions is in progress”; 6.1.4: “The scheme is being continued during 2026-27”)
A marine fisherman or fisherwoman who saves ₹1,500 gets ₹3,000 more from the State, so ₹4,500 is paid out in the lean fishing months.
- Lead benefit
- ₹3,000a year
- Components
- 1each read from the document
- Who can apply
- Allapplicants
- Closing date
- Noneapply any time
What it pays
₹3,000 from the State on top of your own ₹1,500 saving — ₹4,500 paid in the lean months.
What the document says, word for word
The amount shown is the State’s share only; your own ₹1,500 comes back to you as part of the ₹4,500. The same pattern applies to fisherwomen (6.1.4).
“Under the scheme, each beneficiary contributes Rs.1,500/- which, along with the assistance of Rs.3,000/- from the State Government provides a relief of Rs.4,500/- during these challenging periods.”How much can I claim?
You may get ₹3,000 a year
₹3,000 a year in 1 instalments
The amount shown is the State’s share only; your own ₹1,500 comes back to you as part of the ₹4,500. The same pattern applies to fisherwomen (6.1.4).
Who can apply
- All applicants
Papers you need
How to apply
- Join the scheme through your fishermen cooperative society / Fisheries office and pay your ₹1,500 contribution when collection opens (2026-27 collection is in progress).
Applying is free. Never pay anyone to apply for you.
When to apply
The guidelines set no closing date.
Combining with other schemes
The documents do not say whether this can be combined with other schemes. Ask the implementing office before you count on both.