Stamp Duty Reimbursement Scheme
Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa · Central government
Goa’s scheme reimburses startups, incubators, and accelerators for stamp duty above ₹100 on land lease/sale transactions.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa, administers the Stamp Duty Reimbursement Scheme. It targets startups, incubators, and accelerators operating within the state. The scheme reduces the financial load of property transactions that are necessary for business operations.
For eligible entities, stamp duty on land lease or sale transactions is capped at ₹100. Any amount paid above this limit to the relevant authorities is reimbursed to the applicant. This lowers the cost of acquiring or leasing infrastructure, supporting business setup and expansion. The scheme also aligns with the Goa Start-up Policy 2017, contributing to the state's startup ecosystem.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Private limited company, Limited liability partnership, One person company, Partnership firm, Sole proprietorship
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Goa
- Applicant must be a Start-up certified by the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC) or an incubator/accelerator enlisted with the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC). - An applicant can apply for this scheme only once in their lifetime. - The bank accounts of the Directors of the company should be linked to Aadhaar. - Only expenditures incurred from one year before the notification of Goa Start-up Policy 2017, being within the validity of this policy and paid for digitally, would be considered for reimbursement. In case digital payments are not possible then it shall be up to the SPC as per its due diligence to admit the expenditure. - Application must be made within 6 months of incurring the relevant expenditure.
How to apply
**Online Mode:** - Go to the Goa Startup Mission’s official website. Authenticate your Email ID and Mobile Number through an OTP; this will take you to the Registration Page. - On the Registration/Signup Page, complete every required field in the form (Country, Name, Date of Birth, Address, PIN Code, Gender, and others). - Set up a Login Name and a robust Password. Go through the Declaration and the Terms & Conditions carefully, 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”. - Go to the online application form for the applicable scheme. Complete all mandatory fields and upload every required document (self-attest where applicable). - Send in the application and record the application reference number to monitor its status.
**Offline Mode:** - Print the application form’s proforma from the Goa government website. Fill in all required fields and enclose copies of all mandatory documents (self-attest where applicable). - Submit the completed and signed application form, along with the documents, to SPC via Email at spc-dit.goa@gov.in.
**Note:** Applications for this scheme may be submitted at any point during the financial year, but only within 6 months of incurring the relevant expenditure.
How applications are assessed
Once the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC) receives a complete application, it begins inspecting and verifying the information provided. The SPC examines the submitted documents and conducts due diligence on the expenses claimed, checking them against the scheme’s guidelines. After this review, the SPC recommends the application for reimbursement sanction.
Applicants are informed of the outcome—whether approved or rejected—within 45 days of the SPC receiving the complete application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stamp Duty Reimbursement Scheme?
The scheme reimburses startups, incubators, and accelerators in Goa for stamp duty paid above ₹100 on land or developed area lease or sale transactions, so the effective duty does not exceed ₹100.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Startups certified by the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC) and incubators or accelerators enlisted with the SPC qualify for the benefit, which can be availed only once. Additionally, the bank accounts of the company’s directors must be linked to Aadhaar.
What expenses are covered under the scheme?
Reimbursement under the scheme applies to stamp duty paid on land lease or sale transactions, provided the expenditure was incurred from one year before the notification of the Goa Start-up Policy 2017, within the policy’s validity, and is usually paid digitally. Non-digital payments may be considered at the discretion of the SPC.
Is there a limit to how many times a startup can avail this scheme?
A startup may claim the scheme's benefits only once. Incubators and accelerators can receive reimbursement after three years of successful operation, though this condition may be waived for companies whose business is establishing incubators.
How many startups can benefit from this scheme annually?
Up to 100 startups per year can receive the scheme's benefits, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and subject to availability.
What is the deadline for applying for reimbursement?
Applications may be submitted at any point during the financial year, provided the claim is made within six months of the date the expenditure was incurred.
Sectors
- Goa Startups
- Stamp Duty
- Reimbursement
- Infrastructure Support
- Incubator Support
- Accelerator Support
- State Government Scheme
- Startup Policy
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.