Salary Subsidy Scheme
By Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa
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Quick Answer
Matching grant on fresher salaries for IT Units in Goa: up to ₹10,000 per fresher per month (₹12,500 for female freshers) for two years.
About this subsidy
Launched in 2018 under the Information Technology Policy Schemes of the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa, this is a matching grant on salaries paid to freshers by IT Units operating in Goa. It covers up to ₹10,000 per fresher per month, and ₹12,500 for female freshers, for two years of operation after policy notification.
Proprietorship Firms, Private Limited Companies, Public Limited Companies, Registered Partnership Firms and Limited Liability Partnerships can apply. Freshers must be employed for a minimum of one year. Bank accounts of the unit, its partners or directors and the freshers must be linked to Aadhaar.
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Subsidy providers
The Government of Goa's information technology department runs a family of incentive schemes for IT and ITES businesses that operate in the state. The schemes cover hiring freshers, office space and rent, power and internet bills, capital investment, patents, quality…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Monthly stipend
- ₹12,500/month
What You Get
The scheme offers a significant financial incentive to IT Units in Goa by providing a monthly salary subsidy as a matching grant. This subsidy covers up to ₹10,000 per fresher per month, with an enhanced rate of ₹12,500 per month for female freshers. This benefit is available for a continuous period of two years of operation post policy notification, effectively reducing the operational costs for companies hiring new talent. Beyond the direct cash benefit, the scheme serves as an indirect form of incubation support by making it easier for IT companies to scale their workforce, thereby fostering growth and job creation in Goa's IT sector. It provides a structured mechanism for businesses to leverage government support for talent acquisition.
- Disbursement
- Monthly Stipend
- Duration
- 24 months
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are scrutinized based on a checklist within 30 days of receipt. Following scrutiny, the application is reviewed by an Empowered Committee for approval, typically within 60 days from the application receipt date. Upon approval, a sanction order is issued, and the disbursement process begins, usually within 90 days from the application receipt date. Units are subject to annual evaluation to ensure continued eligibility.
Application Process
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Register on Goa Online
Register on the official Goa Online portal by providing basic details, email, and mobile number.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
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Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of the Salary Subsidy Scheme?
The scheme's objective is to provide a salary subsidy to eligible Information Technology Units in the State of Goa, fostering growth and job creation in the IT sector.
Who is considered a 'fresher' under this scheme?
Individuals who have worked for less than two years before pursuing post-graduation are considered freshers. Those with more than two years of prior experience are not eligible.
How much subsidy can an IT Unit receive per fresher?
The subsidy is a matching grant up to ₹10,000 per fresher per month, with an enhanced rate of ₹12,500 per month for female freshers.
What is the duration for which the subsidy is provided?
The subsidy is provided for 2 continuous years of operation post the notification of this policy, for freshers recruited during the policy's operation period.
What are the key eligibility requirements for IT Units?
Units must have operations in Goa and be one of the specified legal entities (Proprietorship, Private/Public Limited, Registered Partnership, LLP). Bank accounts of the unit, partners/directors, and freshers must be Aadhaar-linked.
How can units apply for this subsidy?
Applications are submitted online via the Goa Online portal, involving registration, OTP verification, form filling, document uploads, and submission to generate a unique registration number.
