Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme
Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa · Central government
Goa offers IT units in the state capital investment subsidies of up to ₹1 crore, with incentives tied to local employment.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- ₹10,00,000 – ₹1,00,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
Introduced in 2018, the Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme operates under the Government of Goa's Information Technology Policy. It extends capital investment subsidies to qualifying Information Technology (IT) Units, with the aim of strengthening the state's IT ecosystem. The scheme seeks to establish Goa as an attractive hub for IT businesses in terms of both location and workforce, drawing in investment and supporting expansion.
The policy serves both newcomers and existing IT firms seeking to extend their operations in Goa. By covering part of their capital expenditure, the government intends to ease the financial load on IT units, spurring economic growth and generating employment in the region.
Through this scheme, Goa pursues its goal of becoming a favoured destination for IT investment, encouraging innovation and advancing the state's development via a thriving technology sector.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Sole proprietorship, Private limited company, Partnership firm, Limited liability partnership
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Goa
- Operations must be based in Goa, whether the unit is new or existing. - The applicant must be constituted as a Proprietorship Firm, Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company, Registered Partnership Firm, or Limited Liability Partnership. - Aadhaar linkage is required for the bank accounts of the unit and/or its partner(s)/director(s). - To claim capital investment subsidy, the unit must have run its operations from the same office space for over two years. - Employees reckoned for incentives must have remained on the company's rolls for at least one year.
How to apply
1. **Step 1: Sign up on the Goa Online portal:** Go to the official Goa Online website (https://goaonline.gov.in/) and select 'Register' in the top right-hand corner. Authenticate your Email ID and Mobile Number through OTP verification.
2. **Step 2: Fill out the registration form:** Provide details in every mandatory field on the Registration Page, set up your Login Name and Password, accept the Declaration and Terms & Conditions, key in the Captcha, and press 'Register/Signup'.
3. **Step 3: Log in to the website:** Enter the Login Name and Password you have just created to access your account.
4. **Step 4: Go to IT Services:** From the top ribbon, select 'Services', followed by 'IT Services', then choose the 'Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme' by name.
5. **Step 5: Complete and submit the application:** The application form will open. Fill in every mandatory field, attach all documents sought (usually incorporation documents, proof of capital investment, employee records, and Aadhaar linkage documents), and submit. A unique registration number will be issued for future reference.
**Note:** Applications under this scheme may be filed quarterly, bi-annually, or annually, once the relevant expenditure has been incurred.
How applications are assessed
Applications for the Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme are reviewed in stages. Once an application is received, it is scrutinised initially to confirm that the eligibility criteria are satisfied and all required documents are in place; this step is to be completed within 30 days. The application then goes before an Empowered Committee for detailed evaluation and approval, with the target of finishing this stage within 60 days of receipt of the application.
If the application is approved, sanction orders are issued and the subsidy is disbursed, normally within 90 days of the date on which the application was first submitted.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of the Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme?
The scheme offers Capital Investment Subsidy to eligible Information Technology (IT) Units in Goa, with the goal of drawing investment, supporting expansion, and positioning the State as a preferred location for IT businesses.
What types of capital investments are eligible for the subsidy?
Capital investment by IT Units qualifies for the subsidy, though spending on land and building is excluded. It extends to costs incurred in developing and equipping office spaces along with other capital assets, subject to the policy guidelines.
How much subsidy can a business unit receive?
Smaller Business Units are eligible for up to ₹10 lakh, Other Business Units up to ₹50 lakh, and Mega Business Units up to ₹1 crore, with the subsidy rate (a base of up to 20%, plus 10% for certain categories) released pro-rata according to the share of Goan employees.
Are existing IT Units eligible for this scheme?
Both new and existing units operating in Goa are eligible. Existing units that qualify as Mega Units may claim a subsidy on capital investment made during the three years preceding the policy notification.
How does the number of Goan employees affect the subsidy?
Subsidy is paid on a pro-rata basis according to the share of Goan employees on the payroll for at least one year: 50% of the incentive where this is up to 30%, 75% where it is 30-60%, and 100% where it exceeds 60%.
What is the application process and disbursement timeline?
Applications are filed online through the Goa Online portal, then scrutinised within 30 days and approved by an Empowered Committee within 60 days. Sanction orders and disbursement generally follow within 90 days of receiving the application (D+90 days).
Sectors
- Ai Saas Enterprise
- It Industry
- Goa
- Capital Investment
- Subsidy
- Employment Incentive
- State Scheme
Details last verified on 14 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.