The objective of the "Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme" is to provide Patent Filing Reimbursement to the eligible Information Technology Units in the State of Goa. A total reimbu...
A total reimbursement of up to ₹ 25,00,000 per unit for the expenses incurred towards the filing of patents during the policy period.
This incentive shall be provided in the form of reimbursement of up to ₹ 2,50,000 for every successful domestic patent, and up to ₹ 5,00,000 for every successful international patent.
**NOTE 1:** The benefits under this scheme are subject to budgetary allocation. No Promissory Estoppel shall be applicable if benefits are discontinued in case the allocation is exceeded.
**NOTE 2:** Units can avail this incentive for patents that are granted during the operation of the policy period.
Eligibility (who can apply)
All the new and existing units must have their operations in Goa.
The applicant must be one of the below:
Proprietorship Firm
Private Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (or equivalent)
Public Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (or equivalent)
Registered Partnership Firm incorporated under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932 (or equivalent)
Limited Liability Partnership incorporated under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 (or equivalent)
The bank accounts of the unit and/or its partner(s)/director(s) should be linked to Aadhaar.
How to Apply
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Web Portal](https://goaonline.gov.in/) of Goa Online.
At the top right corner, click "[Register](https://goaonline.gov.in/Public/userRegistration_af)".
**Step 2:** On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP.
You will be redirected to the Registration Page.
**Step 3:** 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme / what is the eligibility?
1. All the new and existing units must have their operations in Goa.
2. The applicant must be one of the below:
- Proprietorship Firm
- Private Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (or equivalent)
- Public Limited Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 (o...
What are the benefits of Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme?
- A total reimbursement of up to ₹ 25,00,000 per unit for the expenses incurred towards the filing of patents during the policy period.
- This incentive shall be provided in the form of reimbursement of up to ₹ 2,50,000 for every successful domestic patent, and up to ₹ 5,00,000 for every s...
How to apply online for Patent Filing Reimbursement Scheme?
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Web Portal](https://goaonline.gov.in/) of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click "[Register](https://goaonline.gov.in/Public/userRegistration_af)".
**Step 2:** On the next page, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number using OTP. You w...