Cloud Storage Reimbursement

• DPIIT-recognised Haryana startups seeking cloud storage cost reimbursement.

About this scheme

The Cloud Storage Reimbursement program is a key fiscal incentive offered under the Haryana Startup Policy 2022. This initiative is managed by the Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana, in collaboration with Startup Haryana. Startup Haryana operates as a dedicated unit with a mandate to cultivate a supportive startup ecosystem across the state. Its mission encompasses fostering innovation, simplifying regulatory procedures, and providing financial and infrastructural assistance to emerging businesses, enabling them to grow and succeed within Haryana. The goal of this policy is to position Haryana as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, supporting startups in adopting cutting-edge technologies.

This program is designed to provide financial relief to eligible startups by covering a portion of their operational technology expenses. It facilitates the reimbursement of 75% of actual costs incurred for cloud storage and cloud computing services. The annual reimbursement amount for each startup is capped at Rs. 2,50,000 (Two Lakh Fifty Thousand Indian Rupees). This cap ensures that the financial support is substantial and focused, helping startups manage one of their key infrastructure costs. Startups can avail this benefit for a period of up to five years, offering stability in managing their technology budgets.

The funds disbursed are exclusively for expenses directly related to cloud infrastructure and services. Eligibility requires startups to use services from recognized cloud providers, including but not limited to Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure. These services must be integral to the startup's core business operations, enabling efficient data management, application hosting, and scalable digital infrastructure. By alleviating the financial burden associated with modern tech infrastructure, the policy empowers startups to allocate more resources towards core product development, research, market expansion, and talent acquisition, thereby accelerating their growth and contributing to the state's economy.

Who can apply

• To be eligible for the Cloud Storage Reimbursement, a startup must meet several key criteria to align with the state's startup development goals.
• Firstly, the startup must possess recognition from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), which serves as a national benchmark for startups.
• Secondly, the startup must be officially registered and actively operating within the geographical boundaries of Haryana.
• This ensures that the benefits of the state-specific policy directly contribute to the local economy and foster entrepreneurship within Haryana.
• Thirdly, the startup must be actively utilizing cloud infrastructure from recognized and reputable providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Microsoft Azure for its primary business operations.
• This criterion ensures that the technology stack is robust and scalable.
• Furthermore, all claimed cloud expenses must be incurred in the startup's name, providing accountability.
• Finally, applicants are required to provide valid GST invoices for all cloud expenses, ensuring transparency and financial compliance.

Eligible entity types: Private Limited, LLP, Partnership

Benefits & funding

• Reimbursement of 75% of actual cloud storage and computing costs, capped at Rs.
• This financial support can be availed for up to five years, helping startups manage technology budgets and allocate resources to product development and market expansion.

How the application process works

The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana, in your own name.

1. 1

   Applications are submitted through the Invest Haryana portal with a DPIIT certificate, cloud-provider invoices, payment proof, and bank details.

2. 2

   Claims are submitted on an annual basis and verified by the Department of Industries.

3. 3

   Approved startups receive 75% of actual cloud storage costs (capped at Rs.

4. 4

   2.5 lakh per year) for up to five years.

Documents checklist 4

• DPIIT Certificate
• Cloud Provider Invoices
• Payment Proofs
• Bank Details

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