Special Incentive Allowance Scheme (Goa IT Policy)

The Special Incentive Allowance Scheme, introduced in 2018, forms part of the Information Technology Policy Schemes administered by the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa. Its objective is to position Goa as a leading centre for IT units in terms of both geography and skilled manpower, while promoting fresh capital outlay and the growth of established IT enterprises in the state.

Eligible units receive a sizeable allowance, paid in a single instalment at the conclusion of each three-year cycle. This disbursement is subject to the fulfilment of defined performance and employment benchmarks.

- Go to the official Goa Online web portal at https://goaonline.gov.in/. - Select "Register" located at the top right corner of the page. - Authenticate your Email ID and Mobile Number using the OTP sent to you. This will direct you to the Registration Page. - Complete all required fields on the Registration Page. Choose a Login Name and a robust Password. Read and accept the Declaration and Terms & Conditions by ticking the respective checkboxes. Enter the Captcha Code and press "Register/Signup". - Sign in to the website with your chosen Login Name and Password. Input the Captcha Code and click "Login". - From the top ribbon, choose "Services", followed by "IT Services" (https://goaonline.gov.in/AllServices?cat=IT). - Select the scheme’s name to access the application form. - Fill in every mandatory field and attach all required documents. - Submit the application. A unique registration number will be issued for tracking purposes. - Note: Applications for this scheme can be submitted on a quarterly, bi-annual, or annual basis, depending on when the relevant expenditure is incurred.

Applications are reviewed against a defined checklist within 30 days of receipt. After this initial screening, they are sent to an Empowered Committee for approval, which generally takes up to 60 days from the date the application was received. Once approved, either regret letters or sanction orders are issued, and the incentive allowance is paid out within 90 days.

All units are also assessed annually at the end of each fiscal year to confirm they still meet the scheme’s eligibility requirements and continue to comply with the stated criteria.