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DPIIT Startup Registration

DPIIT recognition under Startup India gives eligible young businesses access to income tax exemptions, self-certification for labour laws, and easier intellectual property filing.

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What is DPIIT Startup Registration?

DPIIT Startup Registration is a recognition granted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade to eligible companies, LLPs and partnership firms that are working towards innovation, development or improvement of products, processes or services, or have a scalable business model with high potential for employment or wealth creation. Entities incorporated within the prescribed period and below the prescribed turnover threshold can apply through the Startup India portal to unlock tax, compliance and funding-related benefits.

Key Features

Eligible Entities

Available for companies, LLPs and registered partnership firms meeting eligibility criteria.

Age & Turnover Criteria

Entity must fall within the prescribed age limit and turnover threshold from incorporation.

Innovation Based Business

Business should involve innovation, improvement or a scalable employment generating model.

Startup India Portal

Recognition application is submitted through the Startup India portal.

Tax Benefits

Eligible startups can apply for income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC.

Self Certification

Access to self-certification under selected labour and environmental laws.

Advantages

Income Tax Benefits

Eligible startups can apply for 100% income tax exemption on profits subject to conditions.

Angel Tax Benefits

Eligible startups can claim exemption from angel tax on investments received.

Easier IP Filing

Provides faster and cheaper patent, trademark and design filing benefits.

Startup Ecosystem

Access to government funds, incubators and Startup India ecosystem benefits.

DPIIT Recognition

Gain official startup recognition and access to eligible benefits.

Documents Required

Certificate of Incorporation or Registration of the entity

PAN card of the entity

Details of directors, partners or designated partners

Brief write-up describing innovative or scalable nature of business

Pitch deck or website link, where available

Details of funding received, if applicable

Process

01
Assess eligibility. We review your entity's age, turnover and business model against DPIIT eligibility criteria.
02
Prepare business description. A clear write-up explaining innovation, scalability or improvement aspect is prepared.
03
Register on Startup India portal. Entity details are registered and recognition application is filed with supporting documents.
04
Apply for tax exemption certification. Where applicable, Section 80-IAC exemption application is filed with Inter-Ministerial Board.

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