Startup (DPIIT) Recognition – Get Recognized as a Startup Under DPIIT
Turn Your Vision into a Recognized Startup with DPIIT Certification
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Recognition is an initiative by the Indian government to support startups by offering tax benefits, funding opportunities, and simplified compliance. If you’re an entrepreneur, getting DPIIT recognition can accelerate your business growth by providing access to exclusive incentives and support programs.
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Get Recognized as a Startup Under DPIIT
Why Get DPIIT Recognition?
✅ Tax Benefits – Enjoy a 3-year tax holiday and exemption from angel tax.
✅ Easier Compliance – Relaxed norms for labor laws, patent filing, and more.
✅ Government Grants & Funding – Access to government schemes, startup funds, and incentives.
✅ Faster Patent & Trademark Filing – Get up to an 80% rebate on patent fees.
✅ Easier Winding Up – Fast-track closure process under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
✅ Global Market Access – Eligibility for international startup exchange programs.
Eligibility for DPIIT Recognition
To qualify for DPIIT Startup Recognition, your business must:
To qualify for DPIIT Startup Recognition, your business must:
✔ Be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership Firm
✔ Be less than 10 years old from the date of incorporation
✔ Have an annual turnover of less than ₹100 crore
✔ Work towards innovation, improvement of products/services, or scalable business models
✔ Not be formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business
Documents Required
📌 Incorporation Certificate of your business
📌 Director’s/Partner’s PAN and Aadhaar Card
📌 Business Pitch Deck or Business Model Summary
📌 Business Activities Description
📌 Patent or Trademark details (if available)
Our Process for DPIIT Recognition
1️⃣ Eligibility Assessment – We check if your startup qualifies for DPIIT benefits.
2️⃣ Documentation & Application – We assist in preparing all necessary documents.
3️⃣ Filing with DPIIT – We submit your application through the Startup India portal.
4️⃣ Approval & Certificate Issuance – Once approved, you receive your official DPIIT recognition certificate.
5️⃣ Post-Approval Support – Assistance in availing tax exemptions and funding benefits.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
DPIIT recognition refers to the certification awarded under the Startup India Initiative for eligible businesses mainly for accessing benefits like tax exemptions, IP support and government tender opportunities.
Your entity must be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP or registered Partnership; be less than 10 years old; have turnover below ₹100 crore; and possess a scalable business model or innovative product/service.
While not strictly mandatory for all businesses, DPIIT recognition is essential to claim many of the Startup India benefits so if you want the perks (tax holiday, angel tax exclusion, etc.) you should apply.
Yes the application is free. If your submission is complete and meets criteria, recognition may be granted within a few days.
Recognition opens up benefits such as: tax deduction under Section 80-IAC, exemption from angel tax under Section 56(2)(viib), self-certification under labour/environment laws, fast-track IP/ patent filing, and easier public procurement.