Goa State Financial Incentives to the Industries for Certification and Patenting Scheme, 2008
By Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa
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Quick Answer
This scheme by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa, offered financial assistance to industrial and service units for obtaining national and international certifications and patent rights to enhance quality and promote industrial growth.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹2L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
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- Location
- Goa
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this subsidy
Notified on 31st December 2008, the scheme "Goa State Financial Incentives to the Industries for Certification and Patenting Scheme" by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa, aimed to encourage industrial units to obtain national and international certifications and patent rights. This initiative was designed to maintain quality standards, achieve excellence, and foster healthy industrial growth within the state. The scheme provided financial assistance, covering up to ₹2,00,000/- or the actual expenses incurred, whichever was less, for costs associated with obtaining certifications or patents. Eligible participants included micro, small, medium, and large-scale industries, as well as service industries falling under the Green/Orange Category list. The Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce was responsible for its implementation. The scheme was in effect until 31st March 2011, supporting businesses in their quality and innovation pursuits.
Eligibility
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Subsidy providers
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹2L
What You Get
- Financial assistance of up to ₹2,00,000 or the actual expenses incurred, whichever is less, per unit. This subsidy covers the direct costs associated with obtaining national and international certifications for quality standards (such as ISI, ISO, and NABCB) and acquiring patent rights for products and processes.
- The assistance explicitly excludes charges for lodging, boarding, refreshments, and travel, focusing solely on the actual certification or patenting fees.
- Units can avail this financial incentive only once in their lifetime, regardless of subsequent changes in ownership, constitution, or product offerings.
- Startups that have already obtained certifications or patents but have not received prior state government assistance are eligible to apply for incentives for additional qualifying certifications.
- Units that have availed Central assistance can still benefit, receiving the balance amount after deducting the Central grant.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
Applications were scrutinized and eligibility verified by the Director, Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce. This verification process typically concluded within three months of the application submission date. Upon successful approval, the financial assistance was then processed for disbursement.
Application Process
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Obtain Application Form
Download the proforma from the Directorate's website or collect it physically.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
The scheme offered financial assistance up to ₹2,00,000 or the actual expenses incurred for certification and patenting, whichever amount was less.
What expenses were covered by the scheme?
The scheme covered only the actual charges incurred to obtain the certificate or patent. Expenses for lodging, boarding, refreshments, and travel were explicitly excluded.
How many times could a unit avail this incentive?
A unit could avail this financial incentive only once in its lifetime after permanent registration, irrespective of any changes in ownership, constitution, or product.
Were units that already had certifications eligible?
Yes, units that had already obtained certification or patent rights but had not previously received financial assistance from the State Government were eligible to apply for incentives for additional certifications that qualified under the scheme.
What types of industries were eligible?
The scheme was open to Micro, Small, Medium, and Large-scale industrial units, as well as service industries falling under the Green/Orange Category list, including registered hospitals, educational institutions, and co-operative banks in Goa.
