The scheme provides reimbursement of up to 50% of the expenditure incurred for obtaining certifications for improving their employability. The scheme has been framed as a part of Goa's IT Policy that envisages Goa as an aspirational geographical and human resource base for IT Units.
The scheme provides reimbursement of up to 50% of the expenditure incurred for obtaining certifications for improving their employability. The scheme has been framed as a part of Goa's IT Policy that envisages Goa as an aspirational geographical and human resource base for IT Units.
Launched in 2018, the "Certification Program for Goan IT Professionals" is one of the "Information Technology Policy Schemes" by the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa. The scheme provides reimbursement of up to 50% of the expenditure incurred for obtaining certifications for improving their employability. The scheme has been framed as a part of Goa's IT Policy that envisages Goa as an aspirational geographical and human resource base for IT Units and a preferred destination for their investment and expansion.
Reimbursement up to 50% of the expenditure incurred for obtaining certifications for improving their employability.
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Visit the Official Web Portal of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click "Register".
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On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP. You will be redirected to the Registration Page.
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On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields of the registration form. Create a Login Name and a strong Password. Carefully read the Declaration and the Terms & Conditions, and tick the checkboxes. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Register/Signup".
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Login to the website using your Login Name and Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Login".
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In the top ribbon, click on "Services", then click on "IT Services". Click on the name of the scheme. You will be taken to the application form for the scheme. Fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents.
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Submit the application. A unique registration number will be generated. Note this number for future reference. NOTE: The applicant can apply for this scheme on a quarterly/bi-annually/annual basis after incurring the relevant expenditure. <br> > Disbursement Timeline - Incentive Application Receipt: D - Application scrutiny as per checklist: D+30days - Application approval by the Empowered Committee: D+60 days - Issue of Regret Letter/Sanction Orders and Disbursement: D+90 days
Yes, as long as the course is recognized, relevant, and leads to a certification from an authorized vendor or their training partner.
Reimbursement is calculated based on 50% of the actual certification expenditure, excluding any taxes paid.
Yes, certifications obtained at any point during your education are eligible, provided they meet the other criteria of the scheme.
No, the scheme covers certification expenditure only. Study materials, travel, and accommodation costs are excluded from the reimbursement.
There is no fixed limit. However, each certification must be directly relevant to the IT Industry, ensuring a diverse skill set.
Yes, online certifications from recognized vendors or their authorized partners are eligible, embracing the evolving landscape of digital education.
Yes, as long as you can prove your Goan origin through the specified documents, you can apply regardless of your current residence.
Yes, scheme benefits are contingent upon budgetary allocation, and no Promissory Estoppel is applicable if benefits are discontinued due to exceeded allocation.
It can be proven through a birth certificate, domicile/residence certificate, or marriage certificate with proof of Goan residence.
Yes, individuals already receiving similar incentives from any other Government of Goa policy are ineligible for benefits.
No, certifications must be completed during the policy's operation to be eligible for reimbursement.
Approved certifications include (ISC)2, Adobe, AWS, Cisco, CompTIA, Microsoft, Red Hat, SAP, and others, directly relevant to the IT Industry.
Applications are accepted only on the official government portal.
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