Co-Working Space/ Incubators/ Accelerators Subsidy Scheme (State — Goa)

The Co-Working Space/Incubators/Accelerators Subsidy Scheme is run by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa. It supports the startup ecosystem in the state. Eligible startups can claim reimbursement for costs paid to occupy seats at approved co-working spaces, incubators, or accelerators listed by the Startup Promotion Cell (SPC).

The programme reduces the operational burden on early-stage companies by lowering expenses for essential infrastructure. By subsidising access to these facilities, startups gain a collaborative environment, mentorship, and resources without major financial pressure, which supports innovation and growth in Goa.

**Online Mode:** - Go to the Goa Startup Mission website. - Authenticate your Email ID and Mobile Number through OTP, then move to the Registration Page. - Complete every required field on the Registration/Signup Page (Country, Name, Date of Birth, Address, PIN Code, Gender, etc.). - Set a Login Name and a secure Password. - Review the Declaration and Terms & Conditions thoroughly, then select the checkboxes. - Enter the Captcha Code and press "Register/Signup". - Sign in with your Login Name and Password, input the Captcha Code, and press "Login". - Access the online application form for the scheme. - Complete all required fields and upload all necessary documents (self-attest where applicable). - Submit the application and record the application reference number for future tracking.

**Offline Mode:** - Print the proforma application form. - Fill in every required field and enclose self-attested copies of all necessary documents. - Send the completed and signed application form with documents to SPC at spc-dit.goa@gov.in. - Applications may be submitted at any point during the financial year after expenditure is incurred, with benefits claimable on a bi-annual or annual basis.

Once a complete application is received, the Startup Promotion Cell (SPC) examines and verifies its contents. The SPC reviews the submitted documents and carries out due diligence on the expenses claimed. Following this, the SPC forwards a recommendation for reimbursement sanction. Applicants are informed of the approval or rejection within 45 days of the SPC receiving the application.