Odisha IT Policy Quality and Security Certification Assistance

Open all year Electronics and IT Department, Government of Odisha (OCAC as nodal agency) Odisha

Reimbursement

75% of certification costs, up to ₹15 lakh

What it funds: Refunds most CMMI, ISO and similar certification costs for Odisha IT units
Who can apply: IT unit or startup operating from Odisha
Started after the policy, or a startup
CMM, CMMI, PCMM, COPC, eSCM, ISO 9001 or higher
Policy runs until 31 March 2027
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Apply to OCAC's policy implementation unit under the E&IT Department. Claim after you are certified.
Best for: Early revenue, Growth stage
Sectors: SaaS AI/ML Developer Tools Cybersecurity
Run by: State governments

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