Goa has earned recognition as a Best Performer for building a robust startup ecosystem under the States’ Startup Ecosystem Ranking Category B, an initiative that evaluates and promotes innovation-led entrepreneurship across India. As a result, the ranking places the state among the top performers for its sustained focus on nurturing startups through supportive policies, strong institutions, and measurable outcomes.
Moreover, the national ranking framework assesses all states and Union Territories across categories defined by population and performance benchmarks. It actively measures progress across key parameters such as startup-friendly policies, institutional frameworks, infrastructure readiness, access to funding, market linkages, capacity-building programmes, and the promotion of innovation-driven growth. Consequently, stakeholders widely regard this framework as one of the most comprehensive evaluations of startup ecosystems in the country.
The authorities announced the recognition during the National Startup Day celebrations held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. During the event, senior officials from the DPIIT Promotion Cell received the Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of the Government of Goa, thereby marking a significant milestone for the state’s innovation ecosystem.
Importantly, this achievement reflects the state’s consistent and strategic efforts to create an enabling environment for startups at every stage of their journey. Through progressive policies, structured institutional support, and active collaboration with industry, academia, and ecosystem partners, Goa has steadily developed a framework that supports entrepreneurs from ideation and incubation to scaling and market expansion.
Subsequently, the Goa Legislative Assembly also acknowledged the national recognition. During the proceedings, the state’s leadership highlighted the collective contribution of government departments, institutions, and the startup community in achieving this milestone. This acknowledgement further reinforced the value of coordinated and collaborative efforts in driving long-term ecosystem development.
Overall, the award underscores Goa’s rising profile as a dynamic and innovation-led startup destination. At the same time, it reaffirms the state’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship that delivers economic impact, creates new opportunities, and promotes inclusive growth. With a sustained focus on innovation and collaboration, Goa continues to strengthen its position as a preferred hub for emerging enterprises and future-ready businesses.
