Startup incubators in Goa
This directory lists 16 startup support programmes in Goa: 8 incubators, 3 incubator-cum-accelerators, 2 accelerators, 1 coworking space with a startup programme, 1 venture studio and 1 pre-incubation centre. Most are in Zuarinagar (3), Panaji (2) and Assagao (1). 5 take part in the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, 1 is an Atal Incubation Centre and 3 are DST-supported technology business incubators.
Summary
16entries · Updated 7 October 2026
Top cities: Zuarinagar (3), Panaji (2), Assagao (1), Margao (1), North Goa (1)
Top schemes: State recognised or supported (8), SISFS (5), DST NIDHI-TBI (3), Other central scheme (2), PMFME Incubation Centre (1), MeitY GENESIS (1)
Incubators and accelerators (15)
| Incubator or programme | Location | Type | Schemes and focus | Contact | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AIC GIM Foundation Goa Institute of Management Official list | Sanquelim Goa | Incubator and accelerator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic | startups@aicgim.in abhishek@aicgim.in info@aicgim.in 0832-2366700 | |
BITS BIRAC BioNEST, BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Goa Campus Official list | Zuarinagar Goa | Incubator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic, Biotech and life sciences, Healthcare and medtech, Climate, energy and cleantech, Agriculture and food | bionest@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in bgiies.office@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in | |
Forum for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship (FIIRE) Don Bosco College of Engineering (Fatorda Salesian Society) Official list | Margao Goa | Incubator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic, Manufacturing and hardware, Agriculture and food, IT, software and AI, Tourism and hospitality | prashant@fiire.org.in nidhiprayas@fiire.org.in manager@fiire.org.in | |
Goa Startup Accelerator Program Government of Goa (Startup and IT Promotion Cell, Department of IT, Electronics and Communications) Official list | Goa | Accelerator State government body | Sector-agnostic | ceo-sitpc@goa.gov.in spc-dit.goa@gov.in | |
Centre for Incubation and Business Acceleration (CIBA), Verna Agnel Charities Official list | Verna Goa | Incubator Non-profit or foundation | Sector-agnostic, Manufacturing and hardware, Agriculture and food, IT, software and AI, Climate, energy and cleantech | sanjay@ciba.org.in amey@ciba.org.in prashant@ciba.org.in | |
91springboard Goa Official list | Goa | Coworking with startup programme Private or independent | Sector-agnostic | +91 7026262139 | |
Centre for Incubation and Business Acceleration (CIBA), Assagao Padre Conceicao College of Engineering (PCCE) Official list | Assagao Goa | Incubator Academic institution | Tourism and hospitality, IT, software and AI | amey@ciba.org.in | |
Prototyze Official list | Panaji Goa | Venture studio Private or independent | IT, software and AI | 1800 121 5955 | |
IGNITE - EDC Innovation Hub EDC Limited (Economic Development Corporation of Goa) Official list | Panaji Goa | Incubator and accelerator PSU or public sector bank | Sector-agnostic | Not published | |
build3 Official list | North Goa Goa | Incubator and accelerator Private or independent | Social impact and rural, Climate, energy and cleantech | Not published | |
PMFME Incubation Centre, Krishi Vigyan Kendra South Goa ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra South Goa Official list | Goa | Incubator Research institute | Agriculture and food | Not published | |
Agri-Business Incubation Centre, ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI) Official listActivity unclear | Old Goa Goa | Incubator Research institute | Agriculture and food | Not published | |
Center for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE), BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus Official listActivity unclear | Zuarinagar Goa | Incubator Academic institution | No scheme tag Sector-agnostic | Not published | |
Nordic Intent LLP Official listActivity unclear | Goa | Accelerator Private or independent | No scheme tag Sector-agnostic | Not published | |
Goa University Research Park Unit (GURU) Own or institutional website | Taleigao Goa | Incubator Academic institution | Healthcare and medtech, Agriculture and food, IT, software and AI, Biotech and life sciences | Contact details on official source ↗ |
Pre-incubation centres (1)
| Incubator or programme | Location | Type | Schemes and focus | Contact | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EnvironXcel pre-incubation programme (BGIIES) BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus (BGIIES) Directory listing only | Zuarinagar Goa | Pre-incubation centre Academic institution | No scheme tag Climate, energy and cleantech, Water and sanitation, Healthcare and medtech | bgiies.office@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in |
Questions
How many startup incubators are there in Goa?
This directory lists 16 incubators, accelerators and startup programmes in Goa as of October 2026: 8 incubators, 3 incubator-cum-accelerators, 2 accelerators, 1 coworking space with a startup programme, 1 venture studio and 1 pre-incubation centre.
Which incubators in Goa offer Startup India Seed Fund support?
5 incubators in Goa are listed under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, including AIC GIM Foundation, BITS BIRAC BioNEST, BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus, Forum for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship (FIIRE), Centre for Incubation and Business Acceleration (CIBA), Verna and build3. Check the current call for applications before applying.
Which cities in Goa have the most startup incubators?
By count in this directory: Zuarinagar (3), Panaji (2), Assagao (1), Margao (1) and North Goa (1).
How do I apply to a startup incubator in Goa?
Open the incubator's Apply link or website from the list and check its current call for applications. Government-backed incubators usually ask for a pitch deck, a short application form and proof of company registration. BizExpress can help you prepare: message us on WhatsApp at +91 72040 27810.
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