Start-up India Registration

What is Start-up India (DPIIT) Recognition?

Start-up India Recognition is a government certification issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) that officially recognises your entity as a startup. DPIIT-recognised startups enjoy significant tax benefits, relaxed compliance norms, and access to government funding schemes. FinLegit handles the full application for ₹3,500.

Eligibility Criteria

• Incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Registered Partnership
• Age of entity: up to 10 years from incorporation
• Annual turnover: not exceeding ₹100 crore in any financial year
• Working towards innovation, improvement, or development of a product or service

Benefits of DPIIT Recognition

• Tax Holiday: 3 years income tax exemption on profits (under Section 80-IAC)
• Angel Tax Exemption: Investments up to ₹25 crore exempt from angel tax
• Fast-track IP: 80% rebate on patent fees, expedited examination
• Self-certification: 9 labour and environmental laws simplified for 3–5 years
• Government Tenders: Eligible for GeM and government procurement without prior turnover requirements

Documents Required

• Certificate of Incorporation
• PAN of the entity
• Brief write-up on innovation, uniqueness, and scalability
• Director’s details

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a sole proprietorship get Start-up India recognition?
No. Only entities registered as Private Limited Companies, LLPs, or Registered Partnerships are eligible for DPIIT recognition.

Is Start-up India recognition permanent?
Recognition is valid as long as the entity meets eligibility criteria. The tax exemption under 80-IAC is for 3 consecutive years out of 10 years from incorporation.