Lease Rental Rebate Scheme for Goan Diaspora

Key facts

Benefit	100% reimbursement of lease rentals for first 6 months
Who	New/Existing IT units in Goa
How paid	Reimbursement of lease rentals
Implemented by	Department of Information Technology, Goa
Official portal	goaonline.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible IT units in Goa.

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive a 100% reimbursement of lease rentals for the first six months of operations, followed by a subsidy based on employee demographics for up to two years.

Who can apply

For: business
Resident of Goa
no government employee in family
has savings bank account
poor household

Eligible applicants include new or existing IT units registered in Goa, with a majority of stakeholders being from the Goan diaspora. The unit must employ at least 15 staff members, with a minimum of 60% being of Goan origin. Units receiving similar benefits from other government schemes are excluded from this scheme.

Who is not eligible

Units availing similar financial incentives under other Goa policies

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the official Goa Online portal.

Visit the Official Web Portal of Goa Online and click 'Register'.
Verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP and proceed to the Registration Page.
Complete the registration form and create a Login Name and Password, then submit the form.
Log in using your credentials and navigate to 'Services', then 'IT Services' to find the scheme.
Fill in the application form and upload the required documents.
Submit the application and note the unique registration number for future reference.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Copy of Incorporation Certificate
Copy of new unit registration document/certificate
Copies of PAN, Aadhaar, and GST TIN
Memorandum and Articles of Association
Copy of the first bill generated showing the date of commencement of operations or other relevant document
Occupancy certificate from developer/local authority for said office space
Details of employees and percentage of employees of Goan origin
Copy of lease deed/lease rental agreement for the built-up office space
Proof of payment of rent for the said office space
Udyog Aadhaar

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all mandatory documents are uploaded and the application form is completely filled before submission.
Payment not received	Check the status of your application using the unique registration number provided after submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is the prerequisite for an IT unit to avail lease rental rebate for a specific office space under the scheme?

The IT unit must have operated from the specified office space for at least one year prior to applying for the lease rental rebate.

What percentage of employees of Goan origin or Goan graduates triggers a 100% incentive disbursal under the scheme?

A company qualifies for a 100% incentive disbursal if more than 60% of its employees are of Goan origin or Goan graduates.

Can units receiving similar financial incentives from other government policies apply for this scheme?

No, units that are availing similar financial incentives under any other government policy are not eligible for this scheme.

How long does it take to process the application after submission?

The application scrutiny takes up to 30 days, followed by 60 days for approval, and disbursement occurs within 90 days after approval.

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Required documents include the Incorporation Certificate, registration documents, PAN, Aadhaar, GST TIN, and proof of lease and payment, among others.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.