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.
About This Scheme
Launched in 2018, the “Internet Subsidy Scheme” is one of the “Information Technology Policy Schemes” by the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa. The objective and the scope of this scheme is to provide Internet Subsidy to the eligible Information Technology Units in the State of Goa. 25% reimbursement on high-speed bandwidth, subject to a maximum of ₹ 5,00,000 per annum whichever is lower. All the New and Existing Units having their operations in Goa are eligible. The scheme has been framed as a part of Goa’s IT Policy that envisages Goa as an aspirational geographical and human resource base for IT Units and a preferred destination for their investment and expansion.
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 Criteria
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 equivalent)
Registered Partnership Firm incorporated under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932 (or equivalent)
Limited Liability Partnership incorporated under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 (or equivalent)
3. The bank accounts of the unit and/or its partner(s)/director(s) should be linked to Aadhaar.
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the
Official Web Portal
of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click “
Register
“.
Step 2: On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP. You will be redirected to the Registration Page.
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”.
Step 4: Login to the website using your Login Name and Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click “Login”.
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.
Step 6: Submit the application. A unique registration number will be generated. Note this number for future reference.
NOTE: The applicant can apply for this scheme on a quarterly/bi-annually/annual basis after incurring the relevant expenditure.
Disbursement Timeline
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
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
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.
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Web Portal
of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click "Register
".
Step 2: On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP. You will be redirected to the Registration Page.
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".
Step 4: Login to the website using your Login Name and Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Login".
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.
Step 6: Submit the application. A unique registration number will be generated. Note this number for future reference.
NOTE: The applicant can apply for this scheme on a quarterly/bi-annually/annual basis after incurring the relevant expenditure.
Disbursement Timeline
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
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Internet Subsidy Scheme |
| Short Title | INTSS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment |
| States | Goa |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 15 Jun 2026
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