The scheme specifies reimbursement for internet connectivity, software license fees, and cloud services, subject to the defined limits.

While applications can be made at any time during the financial year, they must be submitted within 6 months of incurring the relevant expenditure.

No, only expenses incurred after the notification of the policy are eligible for reimbursement.

To be considered a "Goan," a person must meet specific conditions related to birth, domicile, or marriage, as outlined in the scheme.

This requirement defines a "Local start-up," which is eligible for specific benefits under the scheme.

If digital payments are not possible, the SPC will admit the expenditure as per its guidelines.

Start-ups that are not using any government-developed co-working spaces/incubators/accelerators for their operations are eligible for this scheme.

Yes, misrepresentation or fraudulent activity in connection with the application can lead to the prohibition of the applicant from availing of this or any other scheme under the Goa Startup Policy 2017.

The SPC may use the applicant's logo as per the terms and conditions mentioned in the application form.

The approved amount will be disbursed within 60 days from the date of approval by the SPC.

A local start-up is one in which at least 50% equity/share is held by one or more Goans continuously since the time of inception.

A "Goan" can be a person born in the State of Goa, someone with domicile for 10 years or more in the State, or the spouse of a person meeting these conditions through marriages registered in Goa.

Yes, all start-ups must have a valid start-up certificate from the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC) to apply for this scheme.