Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — Seed Capital Grant Scheme is a grant from Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa for start-ups certified by SITPC (valid Goa start-up certificate number) with an operational office in Goa. It provides Up to ₹10 L. Goa Start-up Policy 2025 (in force three years from Sept 2025 gazette notification) — applications open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹10 L |
|---|---|
| Provider | Start-up Information Technology Promotion Cell (SITPC), Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa |
| Where | Goa |
| Stage | Idea, Prototype |
| 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 — Seed Capital Grant Scheme — One-time grant of up to ₹10 lakh to build an MVP (100 start-ups a year, chosen by SITPC) — Start-ups certified by SITPC (valid Goa start-up certificate number) with an operational office in Goa; directors' bank accounts must be Aadhaar-linked. About 100 start-ups are selected per 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 grant is financial support you don’t repay — awarded against eligibility and, usually, agreed milestones or utilisation of funds. 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.
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?
Start-ups certified by SITPC (valid Goa start-up certificate number) with an operational office in Goa; directors' bank accounts must be Aadhaar-linked. About 100 start-ups are selected per year. Not for: Start-ups without a SITPC start-up certificate or a Goa office. The benefit is at SITPC discretion, not an entitlement..
How much does Goa Start-up Policy 2025 give, and in what form?
Up to ₹10 L.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
A grant is financial support you don’t repay — awarded against eligibility and, usually, agreed milestones or utilisation of funds.
Who runs this programme?
Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — Seed Capital Grant 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.