Power Subsidy Scheme | India Gov Schemes

Key facts

Benefit	20% subsidy on power bills, max ₹5,00,000 per annum
Who	New and existing IT units in Goa
How paid	Direct subsidy on power bills
Implemented by	Department of Information Technology, Goa
Official portal	goaonline.gov.in
Application window	Apply on a quarterly/bi-annually/annual basis after expenses

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a subsidy of 20% on their power bills, capped at ₹500,000 per year. This subsidy is available for a maximum duration of three years from the start of operations or the policy notification date, whichever is later.

Who can apply

For: business
Resident of Goa
has aadhaar linked bank account

Eligible applicants include new and existing business units operating in Goa, such as proprietorships, private and public limited companies, registered partnerships, and limited liability partnerships. Additionally, the bank accounts of the unit or its partners/directors must be linked to Aadhaar. Units receiving similar incentives from other Goa government policies or those benefiting from the Solar Power Subsidy are excluded from this scheme.

Who is not eligible

Units availing similar financial incentives under other policies
Units availing benefits under the Solar Power Subsidy

How to apply

Applications for the Power Subsidy Scheme 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, then proceed to the Registration Page.
Complete the registration form with all mandatory fields, create a Login Name and Password, and agree to the Terms & Conditions.
Log in using your Login Name and Password.
Navigate to 'Services', select 'IT Services', and click on the scheme name to access the application form.
Fill in the application form and upload all 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 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
Copies of all electricity bills for the period for which subsidy is being claimed for, clearly showing the name and address of the unit
Proof of payment of the bills
Udyog Aadhaar

Common problems and how to fix them

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

Frequently asked questions

What types of business units are eligible for the Power Subsidy Scheme?

Eligible units include proprietorships, private and public limited companies, registered partnerships, and limited liability partnerships that operate in Goa.

Are there any exclusions for this scheme?

Yes, units that are already receiving similar financial incentives from other Goa government policies or those benefiting from the Solar Power Subsidy cannot apply for this scheme.

How is the subsidy amount calculated under this scheme?

The subsidy is calculated as 20% of the power bills, with a maximum limit of ₹500,000 per annum, applicable only to power charges excluding duties and taxes.

What is the duration for which the subsidy is available?

The subsidy is available for three years from the date of commencement of operations or from the date of policy notification, whichever is later.

How frequently can an applicant submit claims for the subsidy?

Applicants can submit claims on a quarterly, bi-annual, or annual basis after incurring the relevant expenditure.

What documents are required to apply for the Power Subsidy Scheme?

Required documents include the Incorporation Certificate, registration documents, PAN, Aadhaar, GST TIN, occupancy certificate, employee details, electricity bills, proof of payment, and Udyog Aadhaar.

Key terms explained

Aadhaar: A 12-digit unique identity number issued by UIDAI. Most schemes use it to confirm identity and link your bank account for payments.

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