Description
This scheme aimed to encourage Goan youth to start income-generating activities through interest-free share capital. It was operational until 2011.
Benefits
- Individual: ₹2,00,000 (50% of project cost).
- Professionally Qualified: ₹3,00,000.
- Groups: Up to ₹10,00,000.
- Repayment: 10 years interest-free with 1-year moratorium.
- Insurance: Provided in case of death or disability.
Eligibility
- Goan resident for at least 15 years.
- Age below 40 years (relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Disabled).
- Educational qualification: Minimum 8th Standard pass.
- Annual income limit (with spouse): ₹80,000/-.
Application Process
Offline
- Step 1: Purchase form from Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce (Udyog Bhavan, Panaji) for ₹25/-.
- Step 2: Pay processing fee of ₹200/-.
- Step 3: Submit form with one guarantor owning property in Goa.
Documents Required
- Proof of Residence (15 years), Age, and Income.
- Educational and Training Certificates.
- House Tax receipt/Form I/XIV of guarantor.
- Caste/Disability certificate for relaxation.