Startup India Registration (DPIIT)

Overview

Startup India is a Government of India initiative to promote startups. DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognition is the primary step that allows eligible entities to access various benefits under the programme.

Eligibility

• Entity must be a Private Limited Company, LLP or Registered Partnership Firm
• Entity age should not exceed 10 years from incorporation
• Annual turnover should not exceed Rs 100 crores in any financial year since incorporation
• Entity should be working towards innovation, development or improvement of products, processes or services
• Entity should not have been formed by splitting up or reconstruction of an existing business

Benefits of DPIIT Recognition

• Tax Exemption: Eligible for income tax exemption for 3 consecutive years out of 10 years (Section 80-IAC)
• Self-Certification: Simplified compliance under 6 labour and 3 environmental laws
• IPR Benefits: Fast-track examination of patent and trademark applications with fee rebates
• Easy Public Procurement: Exemption from prior experience and turnover requirements in government tenders
• Fund of Funds: Access to government funding through SIDBI Fund of Funds

Documents Generally Required

• Certificate of Incorporation/Registration
• Brief description of the innovative nature of the business
• PAN of the entity
• Director/Partner details
• Website or pitch deck (if available)

Process

1. Prepare business description highlighting innovation
2. Apply on the Startup India portal (startupindia.gov.in)
3. Upload required documents
4. DPIIT reviews and issues recognition certificate

Why Choose VSB Consultants?

We help you assess eligibility, prepare the application with a compelling business description, handle portal submission and follow up until recognition is received.