Matching Grant Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Matching Grant Scheme is a government initiative in Goa designed to support start-ups in their early growth phase. Under this scheme, start-ups that successfully raise funds from registered or recognized funding sources before launching their product are eligible for additional government matching funds. The scheme aims to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses by providing financial support proportional to their private fundraising efforts.
What You Get
- Matching grant of 25% of funds raised from registered/recognized funding sources
- Maximum financial assistance up to ₹25,00,000 (25 lakh rupees)
- Government funds provided at proportionate ownership of stock
- Support during critical pre-launch and early growth phase of start-up
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Goa residents only
- Start-up must be registered and operational
- Must have raised funds from a registered or recognized funding source
- Funds must be raised prior to the product launch phase
- Must be based in or operating from Goa
- Subject to due diligence clearance by the State Project Committee (SPC)
Documents Needed
0/8 collected
- 1. Business Registration Certificate
- 2. Funding Agreement/Proof
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Proof of Fund Raising
- 5. Business Plan Document
- 6. Aadhaar Card
- 7. PAN Card
- 8. Address Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Goa
- Category
- Employment
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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