Startup India Registration (DPIIT Recognition)
Get official recognition from DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade). Unlock tax
benefits, funding access, and government program eligibility.
Starting from ₹4,999
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What is Startup India Registration?
Startup India Registration — officially known as DPIIT recognition — is a government certification that
gives startups official standing with the Ministry of Commerce. This opens doors to exclusive benefits
including tax exemptions, easier compliance, and eligibility for government funding schemes and investor
networks.
Key Benefits of DPIIT Recognition
💰 Tax Exemption (Section 80-IAC)
Income tax holiday for 3 consecutive years out of 7 years from incorporation date.
💼 Preferential Government Procurement
Direct procurement eligibility from government agencies without complex bidding.
🏆 Investor Credibility
DPIIT recognition significantly boosts investor confidence and valuation.
📊 Easy Compliance
Relaxed compliance requirements and single-window approval for many regulatory processes.
🎯 Funding Access
Direct access to government and private funding schemes designed for recognized startups.
🌐 Networking & Support
Invitations to government startup programs, accelerators, and investor networks.
Eligibility Criteria
- Company incorporated in India (Pvt Ltd or LLP only)
- Age: Less than 10 years from incorporation
- Turnover: Less than ₹100 Crore in any financial year
- Primary objective: Innovation in products/services/processes or IP development
- Should not be formed by splitting or reconstruction of an existing business
Documents Required for Registration
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Memorandum and Articles of Association (MOA & AOA)
- PAN certificate
- Bank account statement (3 months)
- Brief business plan describing innovation
- IT returns (if available)
- Technology/Innovation details (patent documents if any)
Registration Timeline
Typical Duration: 3-5 working days (in most cases)
Process:
- Document verification and submission to DPIIT portal
- DPIIT review and scrutiny
- Approval and certificate issuance
- Certificate delivery
Post-Recognition Benefits
- Access to Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (up to ₹50 Lakhs)
- Eligibility for ₹1 Crore Stand-Up India fund
- Exemption from angel tax
- Simplified exit for investors
- Invitations to government startup events and demos
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