UP IT & ITeS Policy, 2022
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | IT & Electronics Dept. / UPDESCO |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | IT/ITeS units, IT parks, IT cities |
| Policy Group | Electronics, IT & digital |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered?
IT and ITeS units, IT parks, IT cities, BPO/KPO operations, and shared services.
What is the IT City concept?
The state has committed to developing an IT City in each of the four regions â Purvanchal, Paschimanchal, Madhyanchal and Bundelkhand â and IT Parks in each of the 18 administrative divisions.
What does a developer get?
A subsidy of 25% or up to âš20 crore for setting up an IT Park, and 25% or up to âš100 crore for developing an IT City, plus up to 100% stamp duty exemption. Verify current caps against the notified GO.
What does an IT/ITeS unit get?
Capital and interest subsidy, stamp duty exemption, EPF reimbursement, power tariff relief, and employment-linked incentives, with enhanced rates for employing local youth.
Are there special provisions for employing UP youth?
Yes â the policy expressly links enhanced benefits to employing local youth.
Does this cover data centres?
No â data centres have their own policy (Data Centre Policy 2026). Do not process a data centre claim under the IT policy.
Does it cover GCCs?
GCCs meeting the GCC Policy 2024 criteria should route through that policy; smaller captive units may fall under IT/ITeS.
Who administers it?
IT & Electronics Department, with UPDESCO as implementing agency.
What is the relevance for Noida?
Noida and Greater Noida are the state's largest IT/ITeS employment base; the binding constraint is grade-A office supply, which the Private Business Park Scheme 2025 is designed to address.