About this business scheme
The objective and the scope of this scheme is to provide Campus Recruitment Assistance to the eligible IT Units in Goa. A recruitment assistance of Rs. 10,000 per Fresher will be provided to the Existing and New units that recruit through Campus recruitment from the educational institutes in Goa.
Launched in 2018, the "Campus Recruitment Assistance Scheme" is one of the "Information Technology Policy Schemes" by the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa. The objective and the scope of this scheme is to provide Campus Recruitment Assistance to the eligible Information Technology Units in the State of Goa. A recruitment assistance of Rs. 10,000 per Fresher will be provided to the Existing and New units that recruit through Campus recruitment from the educational institutes located in Goa. All the New and Existing Units having their operations in Goa are eligible. 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.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Campus Recruitment Assistance Scheme (CRAS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Information and Publicity Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Goa |
| Official portal | goaonline.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Rs. 10,000 per Fresher will be provided to the units that recruit through Campus recruitment from the educational institutes located in Goa.
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: The subsidy will be provided only for the Freshers recruited during the operation period of the Policy.
Who qualifies
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 (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)
3. The bank accounts of the unit and/or its partner(s)/director(s) should be linked to Aadhaar.
4. The bank accounts of Freshers should be linked to Aadhaar.
5. The Fresher should be recruited through campus placement. The assistance becomes payable after the said Fresher completes at least 6 months of continuous employment.
6. The Freshers should be recruited directly through campus placement from educational institutes in Goa during the operation of the policy.
Who is not eligible
The units availing similar financial incentives under any other policy of the Government of Goa are not eligible for availing benefits under this scheme.
Papers to keep ready
1. Copy of Incorporation Certificate
2. Copy of new unit registration document/certificate
3. Copies of PAN, Aadhaar, and GST TIN
4. Memorandum and Articles of Association
5. Copy of first bill generated showing the date of commencement of operations or other relevant document
6. Details of employees and percentage of employees of Goan origin
7. Letter(s) from Training and Placement Cell of corresponding educational institute(s) validating campus recruitment by the Unit. The letter should include a list of all candidates recruited, their area of study, year of graduation, and date of campus recruitment
8. Udyog Aadhaar.
Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Web Portal of Goa Online. At the top right corner, click "Register".
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. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Register/Signup".
Step 4: Login to the website using your Login Name and Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Login".
Step 5: 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.
Step 6: 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.
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
Frequently asked questions
Can you clarify whether the requirement for linking bank accounts to Aadhaar is mandatory for all Freshers, and does it apply throughout the entire duration of their employment?
Yes, the linkage of bank accounts to Aadhaar is a mandatory requirement for all Freshers. It should be maintained throughout their employment, and assistance becomes payable after a minimum of 6 months of continuous service.
Could you elaborate on the specifics of the recruitment process? Is it exclusively through campus placement, and are there any specific criteria for selecting educational institutes in Goa during the operation of the policy?
Yes, the recruitment of Freshers is exclusively through campus placement, specifically from educational institutes in Goa during the policy's operation. The candidate should be recruited through this process to qualify for the assistance.
Under the exclusion clause, how does the policy treat units already availing similar financial incentives under other Government of Goa policies? Are they entirely ineligible for benefits under this scheme?
Units currently availing similar financial incentives under any other policy of the Government of Goa are not eligible to receive benefits under this scheme.
Regarding the Rs. 10,000 benefit per Fresher, is there a limit to the number of Freshers a unit can recruit and receive this subsidy for during the policy's operation?
The subsidy will be provided for each Fresher recruited through campus placement from educational institutes in Goa, subject to budgetary allocation.
What steps are in place to ensure that the benefits provided under this scheme are not discontinued unexpectedly due to budgetary constraints, and how does the concept of Promissory Estoppel apply in such cases?
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.
Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
You can access the comprehensive Scheme Guidelines, which provide intricate details and instructions, at the following web address: https://www.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ITPolicySchemes2018.pdf
Where Can I Find The Link To The Official Gazette?
You can obtain the Official Gazette by visiting this specific webpage: https://ditc.goa.gov.in/sites/default/files/Target-Schemes.pdf
Where Can I Find The Link To The User Manual for Business Entity?
You can obtain the Official Gazette by visiting this specific webpage: https://services.goaonline.gov.in/Downloads/Organization/BusinessProfile_UserManual.pdf
How can I track the status of application?
Please visit https://goaonline.gov.in/StatusTrack to know the status of your application.
When was the scheme launched and by which department?
The scheme was launched in 2018 by the Department of Information Technology, Government of Goa.
What are the objectives of the Information Technology Policy of Goa?
Goa's IT Policy envisages Goa as an aspirational geographical and human resource base for IT Units and a preferred destination for their investment and expansion.
Is it mandatory for the applicant units, both new and existing, to have their operations in Goa?
Yes, in order to be eligible to apply for this scheme, the New and Existing Units must have their operations in Goa.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Gazette ditc.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Contact Us www.goa.gov.in
- User Manual For Business Entity services.goaonline.gov.in (PDF)
- Track Application Status goaonline.gov.in
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