AI SummaryPatent Filing Reimbursement Scheme encourages innovation by offering money help to IT units in Goa. This scheme covers the expenses spent while filing patents, giving up to ₹ 25,00,000 per unit to help a business grow and protect its intellectual property. The scheme is part of the Goa IT Policy 2018 and is still open for eligible units across the state.
Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme supports eligible Information Technology units in Goa by paying back the costs tied to securing patents. By reducing the money burden of innovation, this scheme helps local IT ventures protect their intellectual assets well. It stays a key part of the broader IT Policy built to make Goa a top choice for technology investment and expansion.
Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme - Introduction
The scheme was launched in 2018 under the Information Technology Policy Schemes of the Government of Goa. The Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C) runs it. Both new and existing units that operate in Goa can apply for the benefit. Applications are accepted online through the official Goa portals.
All new and existing units located within Goa can get a total reimbursement of up to ₹ 25,00,000 per unit for the expenses incurred towards filing patents during the policy period. The support is given for patents that are granted within the active policy period only.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Category | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| Target Beneficiaries | Business Entity |
| Benefit Type | Cash Reimbursement |
| Nodal Department | Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Benefits
A unit can receive a total reimbursement of up to ₹ 25,00,000 for expenses incurred while filing patents during the policy duration. The financial support is structured as follows:
| Patent Type | Reimbursement Ceiling |
|---|---|
| Domestic Patent | Up to ₹ 2,50,000 |
| International Patent | Up to ₹ 5,00,000 |
Note: Benefit distribution depends on available budget allocations. Make sure your patents are granted within the operational policy period to be eligible. If the budget is exhausted, further benefits may not be available.
Eligibility
A unit is eligible for this scheme if it operates in Goa, whether it is new or existing. The eligible business forms include:
- Proprietorship firms operating within Goa.
- Private or public limited companies registered under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Registered partnership firms under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932.
- Limited liability partnerships under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.
Make sure the unit's bank account and those of its directors or partners are linked to Aadhaar. Udyog Aadhaar documentation is also required to claim the benefit.
Exclusions
If a unit is already getting similar financial incentives through another Goa government policy or a central government policy, it cannot claim benefits under this scheme. The scheme provisions are not binding assurances from the government.
Application Process
Applications are submitted online through the official Goa portals. The steps are given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the official Goa UDP scheme page and log in to the UDP Goa website.
STEP 2 - Select Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme from the list of schemes shown on the page.
STEP 3 - Click on the Apply button. You will be taken to the Goa Online portal to submit the application.
STEP 4 - Verify your mobile number and email ID using the OTP provided, then fill in all mandatory details.
STEP 5 - Upload the required documents and submit the form. Save the unique registration number for tracking your application.
You may submit your application on a quarterly, bi-annual, or annual basis after the relevant expenditure is incurred. The typical timeline involves a 30 day scrutiny period, followed by approval and final payment within 90 days.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready for your application:
- Copy of your incorporation certificate and new unit registration document.
- Copies of your PAN, Aadhaar, and GST TIN.
- Memorandum and Articles of Association.
- First bill indicating the date your operations commenced.
- Receipts or challans showing payment of patent filing fees.
- Copies of your patent filing applications.
- Copy of the patent registration or equivalent certificate.
- Previous sanction letters for patent reimbursement, if applicable.
- Udyog Aadhaar documentation.
References
View Scheme Guidelines | Official Schemes Page | Apply on Goa UDP Portal | Contact Us | User Manual
FAQ's
What is the maximum reimbursement limit?
You can claim up to ₹ 25,00,000 per unit for valid patent filing expenses during the policy period.
How much is provided for domestic versus international patents?
You can get up to ₹ 2,50,000 for a successful domestic patent and up to ₹ 5,00,000 for an international one.
Can I use this with other government schemes?
No, if you receive similar financial incentives from another Goa government policy or a central government policy, you cannot claim this reimbursement.
What happens if the budget limit is reached?
If the designated budget for the policy period is exhausted, the government may stop accepting new claims for that period.
Are patents outside the policy period eligible?
No, only patents granted during the active policy period are eligible for reimbursement.
Is there a limit to how many patents I can file?
There is no specific limit on the number of patents, as long as each claim meets the eligibility rules.
How is the reimbursement amount determined?
The amount is calculated based on the official receipts and challans you submit as proof of payment for the filing fees.