Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — Skill Enhancement 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 qualified start-ups with at least 50% Goan equity since inception. It provides Up to ₹1 L, for aI and emerging technologies. Goa Start-up Policy 2025 (in force three years from Sept 2025 gazette notification) — applications open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹1 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, Growth |
| Sector | AI and emerging technologies |
| 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 — Skill Enhancement Scheme — One-time reimbursement of 50% of training cost, up to ₹1 lakh, for AI and emerging-technology courses (30 start-ups a year) — Qualified start-ups with at least 50% Goan equity since inception; staff with at least one year of service; courses from AICTE/UGC/NBA-recognised institutions with prior SITPC approval. Up to 30 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.
The support is delivered through the programme’s own structure, and the form it takes is set by the issuing authority. 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 ai and emerging technologies. 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?
Qualified start-ups with at least 50% Goan equity since inception; staff with at least one year of service; courses from AICTE/UGC/NBA-recognised institutions with prior SITPC approval. Up to 30 start-ups a year. Not for: Start-ups without 50% Goan equity..
How much does Goa Start-up Policy 2025 give, and in what form?
Up to ₹1 L.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs this programme?
Goa Start-up Policy 2025 — Skill Enhancement 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.