Incentives to Industries For Training Prospective Employees Scheme
By Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa
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Quick Answer
This Goa government scheme offers manufacturing enterprises up to 60% reimbursement of training costs for prospective Goan employees, capped at ₹60,000 per employee and ₹7.20 lakh per unit annually.
About this subsidy
The 'Incentives to Industries For Training Prospective Employees Scheme' was launched by the Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce, Government of Goa. The primary objective of this scheme is to address the industry's demand for skilled manpower and enhance the employability of Goan youth by providing them with specific skill training. This is achieved by leveraging existing infrastructure in both government and private institutions. The scheme facilitates economic growth by ensuring a skilled workforce, thereby supporting the sustainable development of manufacturing enterprises in Goa. It aims to bridge the skill gap in the industrial sector by subsidizing the cost of training programs for enterprises that are committed to hiring and developing local talent. This not only benefits the industries by reducing their operational costs for human resource development but also empowers the youth of Goa with relevant skills for better career prospects.
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Subsidy providers
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7.2L
What You Get
- Financial Reimbursement: The scheme offers a reimbursement of 60% of the training costs incurred by manufacturing enterprises for their prospective employees. This significantly reduces the financial burden of skill development.
- Per Employee Cap: A maximum reimbursement of ₹60,000 per prospective employee is provided, ensuring substantial support for individual training.
- Annual Unit Cap: Each eligible manufacturing unit can receive a maximum reimbursement of ₹7,20,000 per year, allowing for widespread training initiatives within the enterprise.
- Focus on Short Term Training: The benefit is specifically for demand-driven Short Term Training Courses, ensuring relevance and quick integration of skills into the workforce.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are scrutinised by the Task Force Committee (TFC), which then recommends eligible units for reimbursement. The final disbursement is subject to this recommendation and budgetary allocation.
Application Process
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Prepare & Submit Training Proposal
Employer drafts and submits a detailed training proposal to an approved Skill Training Provider (STP).
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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 this scheme?
The scheme aims to create manpower suitable for the industry and improve employability of Goan youth through specific skill training.
What is the maximum reimbursement an industry can claim?
An industry can claim a maximum reimbursement of ₹60,000 per employee and up to ₹7,20,000 per unit per year.
What types of enterprises are eligible?
Micro, Small, Medium, or Large manufacturing enterprises registered under the Goa State Incentives to Encourage Investments Scheme are eligible.
Are there any restrictions on the training costs that can be reimbursed?
Only 60% of the training costs are reimbursed, up to the specified caps. Payments made to trainees (stipend, wages, allowances) are not considered training costs for reimbursement.
How can an enterprise apply for this scheme?
Applications must be submitted offline to the Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce in Panaji, following a process of proposal submission to STPs and completing the specified application form.
Who qualifies as a 'Goan' for the purpose of this scheme?
A person born in Goa, or holding a 10-year Residence Certificate from the Mamlatdar, or possessing other government-issued documents proving 10 years of residence in Goa, is considered a 'Goan'.
