SubsidyDepartment of Science and Technology (DST), Government of GujaratVerified 21 May 2026Official source

Gujarat IT/ITeS Policy 2022–27 — Capital and Employment Incentives

The Gujarat IT/ITeS Policy 2022–27 provides financial incentives to IT/ITeS projects in Gujarat, including CAPEX and OPEX support, employment subsidies, and special incentives for expansion. Eligible businesses can access significant financial aid to promote local employment and infrastructure development.

Maximum amount
₹200.0Cr
Typical payout
₹25.0L
Processing time
24–36 weeks
Application window
Open year-round until March 31, 2027

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Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP
Stage
Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr), Scaling (₹25Cr+)
States
Gujarat
Sectors
saas, ai, fintech, healthtech, edtech, iot, deep_tech, bpo, ites

Documents required

1
Company PAN
Mandatory for company identification and tax purposes.
Tip: Ensure the PAN card is in the company’s name and matches all registration details.
2
GST Registration
Required for verifying GST compliance and business operations.
Tip: Make sure your GST registration is active and matches your business operations.
3
Professional Tax Certificate
Required to demonstrate compliance with professional tax obligations.
Tip: Obtain from the state tax department where your business is registered.
4
Udyam Registration
Mandatory registration for MSME recognition and benefits.
Tip: Register on the Udyam portal using your Aadhaar and PAN details.
5
Signed Undertaking Affidavit
A legal sworn statement required to affirm compliance and accuracy.
Tip: Prepare with legal assistance to ensure all declarations are accurate.
6
Validated Purchase Invoices
Necessary for CAPEX claims to verify the cost of purchases.
Tip: Ensure invoices are clear and approved by your CA.
7
Registered Lease Deeds
Required to show legal occupancy of business premises.
Tip: Keep updated and notarized copies for quick reference.
8
Utility Bills
Proof of operational status at the business address.
Tip: Retain recent bills that clearly show the business name and address.
9
Employee PAN/Domicile Proofs
Verification of employee identity and residency for subsidy claims.
Tip: Collect these from employees during onboarding.
10
EPF Electronic Challan-cum-Receipt (ECR)
Proof of employee provident fund contributions for employment incentives.
Tip: Download ECR from the EPFO portal monthly.
11
Chartered Accountant (CA) Certificates
Required for financial verification related to claims.
Tip: Regularly update your financials with your CA to ensure compliance.
12
Chartered Engineer Certificates
Verification of technical infrastructure for incentives.
Tip: Engage a certified engineer to assess and certify your premises and equipment.

How to apply for GJ IT Policy

1
Portal Registration on the DST website by filling company details and verifying email.Open portal
2
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) with mandatory documents on the DST portal.Open portal
3
Obtain In-Principle Approval (IPA) after review by the Directorate of ICT & e-Governance.
4
File a Fiscal Incentive Claim and upload required documents via the portal.
5
Verification by state authorities and review by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
6
Receive fund disbursement through Direct Benefit Transfer upon SLEC approval.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for GJ IT Policy?

GJ IT Policy is available to Private Limited, LLP companies at the Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr), Scaling (₹25Cr+) stage, across Gujarat.

How much funding does GJ IT Policy provide?

GJ IT Policy provides up to ₹200.0Cr. Most applicants receive around ₹25.0L.

How long does GJ IT Policy approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 24–36 weeks.

Is GJ IT Policy currently accepting applications?

Yes, GJ IT Policy is currently active and accepting applications. Application window: Open year-round until March 31, 2027.

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Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 21 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.