Internet Subsidy Scheme

What is Internet Subsidy Scheme?

Launched in 2018, the "Internet Subsidy Scheme" is one of the "IT Policy Schemes" by the Dept of IT, Govt of Goa. The objective is to provide Internet Subsidy to the eligible Information Technology Units in Goa. 25% reimbursement on high-speed bandwidth, subject to a maximum of ₹ 5,00,000 per annum.

Benefit

- 25% reimbursement on high-speed bandwidth, subject to a maximum of ₹ 5,00,000 per annum whichever is lower. - The subsidy can be availed for a period of three years from the date of commencement of operations or from the date of notification of this policy whichever is later. **NOTE 1:** The benefits under this scheme are subject to budgetary allocation. No Promissory Estoppel shall be applicable if benefits are discontinued in case the allocation is exceeded. **NOTE 2:** Units will be subject to evaluation at the end of each Fiscal Year to verify eligibility to continue receiving benefits under this scheme.

Level

State — Goa

Ministry / Dept.

Information and Publicity Department

Benefit type

cash

Key eligibility

1. All the new and existing units must have their operations in Goa. 2. The applicant must be one of the below: - Proprietorship Firm - Private Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (or equivalent) - Public Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (or equivalen

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Benefits

- 25% reimbursement on high-speed bandwidth, subject to a maximum of ₹ 5,00,000 per annum whichever is lower. - The subsidy can be availed for a period of three years from the date of commencement of operations or from the date of notification of this policy whichever is later. **NOTE 1:** The benefits under this scheme are subject to budgetary allocation. No Promissory Estoppel shall be applicable if benefits are discontinued in case the allocation is exceeded. **NOTE 2:** Units will be subject to evaluation at the end of each Fiscal Year to verify eligibility to continue receiving benefits under this scheme.

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Online application — step 1

   Step 1: Visit the Official Web Portal of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click " Register ".

2. Step 2: Online application — step 2

   Step 2: On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP. You will be redirected to the Registration Page.

3. Step 3: Online application — step 3

   Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields of the registration form. Create a Login Name and a strong Password. Carefully read the Declaration and the Terms & Conditions, and tick the checkboxes. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Register/Signup".

4. Step 4: Online application — step 4

   Step 4: Login to the website using your Login Name and Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Login".

5. Step 5: Online application — step 5

   Step 5: In the top ribbon, click on "Services", then click on " IT Services ". Click on the name of the scheme. You will be taken to the application form for the scheme. Fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents.

6. Step 6: Online application — step 6

   Step 6: Submit the application. A unique registration number will be generated. Note this number for future reference.

7. Step 7: Online application — step 7

   NOTE: The applicant can apply for this scheme on a quarterly/bi-annually/annual basis after incurring the relevant expenditure.

8. Step 8: Online application — step 9

   Disbursement Timeline

9. Step 9: Online application — step 10

   Incentive Application Receipt: D Application scrutiny as per checklist: D+30days Application approval by the Empowered Committee: D+60 days Issue of Regret Letter/Sanction Orders and Disbursement: D+90 days

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Source record ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.