Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — R&D Reimbursement Scheme is a subsidy from Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa for local start-ups (at least 50% Goan equity since inception) certified by SITPC and in the R&D stage. It provides Up to ₹5 L, for technology products. Goa Start-up Policy 2025 (in force three years from Sept 2025 gazette notification) — applications open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹5 L |
|---|---|
| Provider | Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa |
| Where | Goa |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Prototype |
| Sector | technology products |
| Deadline | Goa Start-up Policy 2025 (in force three years from Sept 2025 gazette notification) — applications open |
What is Goa Start-up Policy 2025?
Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — R&D Reimbursement Scheme — 50% of eligible R&D expenses reimbursed for up to 2 years, up to ₹5 lakh a year (salary component capped at ₹2 lakh) — Local start-ups (at least 50% Goan equity since inception) certified by SITPC and in the R&D stage; employees claimed must be hired for at least 12 months. Up to 100 start-ups a year. It is run by Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa.
A subsidy reduces a specific cost — typically reimbursed or adjusted after you incur and document the expense, rather than paid upfront. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
It is aimed at businesses in technology products. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for Goa Start-up Policy 2025?
Local start-ups (at least 50% Goan equity since inception) certified by SITPC and in the R&D stage; employees claimed must be hired for at least 12 months. Up to 100 start-ups a year. Not for: Non-local start-ups; start-ups not certified by SITPC..
How much does Goa Start-up Policy 2025 give, and in what form?
Up to ₹5 L.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
A subsidy reduces a specific cost — typically reimbursed or adjusted after you incur and document the expense, rather than paid upfront.
Who runs this programme?
Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — R&D Reimbursement Scheme is offered by Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
Programmes like this can be rolling or time-bound. Confirm the current window on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.