There are two periods of the year when anglers concentrate on Mahseer fishing in India: In Autumn (Sep/Oct/Nov), as the rivers begin to clear after the monsoon, and in Spring (March/April/May), when the early monsoon rain begins to raise the level of the rivers again.

The most enjoyable Mahseer angling is to spin or lure fish for them. The role "big water - big fish - big tackle" applies. For the smaller rivers, a 1.5" spoon on 15-lbs line will be adequate but fishing at a large river confluence will require 25-lbs ultra thin, transparent line with much larger spoons. Spoons predominantly silver are most successful but MEPS Spinners, 3, 4 & 5/Rappela/Giant Killers can also be used. Jointed Plugs and Snap Swivels are also used to great effect. Fish are taken on worm when the rivers are colored but locally made flour/hempseed mixture can also be used.
 
Tackle Information With regard to tackle, all you need is a rod and any heavy-duty reel that are able to withstand the rigours of wading/falling in rocky rivers. Modern carbon/boron fiber rods are not really tough enough to withstand the rough treatment they are liable to be subjected to, the best ones are undoubtedly the last generation of 10 ft. glass-fiber rods. Whether to use a fixed spool or level wind reel is largely a matter of personal preference, but a level wind provides the best control over the fish. A reel needs to hold not less than 150 yards. Hooks of at least 4x strength are essential - lighter hooks will simply be straightened out on the first run the monster will make.