The Skill Development Fee Reimbursement Scheme by the Startup Promotion Cell (SPC) of Goa offers 50% reimbursement of fees (up to ₹50,000/-) for students who successfully complete an SPC-approved technical skill training program in any of the approved domains from a Goan educational institute.
Key Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Get 50% of the course fees reimbursed, up to ₹50,000/-.
- Limited Slots: Up to 1,000 students per year can avail of this benefit (subject to revision based on demand).
- Multiple Courses Allowed: A student can apply for reimbursement for up to two courses per year.
Note: The scheme is not an entitlement. The SPC has the sole discretion to accept or reject applications.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scheme, the following conditions must be met:
For Educational Institutions
- Must be an educational institution.
- Should be incorporated in Goa or have a registered place of business in Goa.
For Technical Skill Training Programs
The course must be SPC-approved and fall under one of the following domains:
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Interaction Design
- Big Data Analytics
- Robotics
- 3D Printing
- Data Science
- Drones
- Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR) / Merged Reality (MR)
- Other domains (subject to SPC approval)
For Students
- Must be pursuing graduation or should have completed graduation within two years from the stipulated period of study.
- Must qualify under at least one of these categories:
- Born in Goa and studying in Goa or outside.
- Domiciled in Goa for 10+ years and studying in Goa or outside.
- Not domiciled in Goa but studying in an educational institute within Goa.
Note: Only expenses incurred after the notification of Goa Startup Policy 2017 and paid digitally are eligible for reimbursement. If digital payment is not feasible, SPC will determine eligibility based on due diligence.
Application Process
Online Application
- Visit the official Goa Startup Mission Website.
- Verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP.
- Register by filling in all required details (Name, Date of Birth, Address, etc.).
- Create a Login ID & Password and accept the Terms & Conditions.
- Login to the website and navigate to the relevant scheme application.
- Fill in the application form, upload necessary documents, and submit.
- Save your application reference number for tracking purposes.
Offline Application
- Download and print the application form.
- Fill out the form and attach all required documents (self-attestation required).
- Submit the application to SPC via email at [email protected].
Important: Applications must be submitted within six months of incurring the relevant expenditure.
Approval & Notification
SPC will evaluate applications within 45 days and notify applicants about approval or rejection.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card (Student)
- Course Completion Certificate
- Copy of SPC’s Course Approval
- Original Proof of Payment / Fee Receipt
- Annexure 1 Form & Documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What happens if false information is provided?
False applications will be rejected immediately, and further action may be taken.
2. What documents are required for reimbursement?
Refer to the Required Documents section above.
3. How long does the application process take?
Applications are processed within 45 days from submission.
4. Can students apply while pursuing graduation?
Yes, students currently pursuing graduation or those within two years of graduation can apply.
5. How many courses can a student get reimbursement for?
A student can apply for up to two courses per year.
6. Is this scheme an entitlement?
No, SPC has the final discretion in approving or rejecting applications.
7. How many students can benefit from the scheme each year?
The scheme supports up to 1,000 students per year, subject to revision.