Skill Development Promotion Scheme

Key Features

• Encouraging Technical Training Institutes - The scheme supports retail educational institutes that offer training programs in areas such as programming, IT, and other technical skills required by startups and technology-driven industries.
• Internet and Power Subsidy - To reduce operational expenses of training centres, the government provides financial support towards internet connectivity and electricity costs for institutes operating in Goa.
• Capital Investment Reimbursement - Institutes setting up training infrastructure such as computer hardware, networking equipment, and ICT tools can receive partial reimbursement of their capital investments.
• Salary Support for Employees - The scheme provides subsidy support on salary costs for employees involved in delivering training programs, helping institutes manage operational expenditure.
• Limited Number of Beneficiaries - The scheme limits the number of institutes receiving benefits to 10 institutes per year, ensuring focused support for high-quality training providers.
• Performance-Based Incentives - Eligibility and disbursement of incentives are reviewed annually based on the institute’s performance in delivering skill development programs.

Financial Assistance

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for benefits under this scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• The applicant must be an educational institute listed by the Start-up Promotion Cell (SPC).
• The institute must have a valid Start-up Cell Registration Number.
• The institute must operate at least one established learning centre in Goa.
• The institute or the courses offered must be recognised by a government authority such as AICTE, UGC, NBA, or similar bodies where applicable.
• Preference may be given to institutes that have tie-ups with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
• The bank accounts of employees and directors must be linked to Aadhaar.
• Only eligible expenditures incurred within the validity of the Goa Start-up Policy, 2017 are considered for reimbursement.
• Expenditures should preferably be made through digital payment methods.

Documents Required

Key documents typically required include:

• Aadhaar card of relevant employees
• Employment contracts of employees
• Salary slips of employees
• Bank statements showing salary payments
• Original invoices from service providers or equipment vendors
• Authorization letter from OEM (if applicable)
• Proof of payment for expenses
• Application form and documents specified by the Start-up Promotion Cell

Application Process

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Option 2: Apply Online / Offline (Government Process)

Online Process

1. Visit the official Start-up Promotion Cell portal.
2. Register your institute and create login credentials.
3. Fill in the application form for the Skill Development Promotion Scheme.
4. Upload supporting documents related to expenditures and training operations.
5. Submit the application online.
6. Receive acknowledgement of submission.
7. The SPC evaluates the application and communicates approval or rejection.

Offline Process

1. Obtain the prescribed application form from the Start-up Promotion Cell.
2. Fill in the details related to the institute and training activities.
3. Attach supporting documents including invoices and payment records.
4. Submit the completed application to the SPC office.
5. Receive acknowledgement of submission.
6. Approved incentives are disbursed after verification.

Applications must generally be submitted within six months of incurring the eligible expenditure.