Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition
Get DPIIT recognition for tax, IP fee and compliance benefits.
Companies, LLPs and registered partnerships up to 10 years old, with turnover not exceeding ₹100 crore in any year and working on innovation or a scalable model, can apply for DPIIT recognition. Recognised startups get lower trademark and design filing fees, a faster patent route, self-certification under certain labour laws and eligibility to apply for the income tax exemption.
Timeline: 7–15 working days
What's included
- Eligibility check
- Write-up on innovation and scalability
- Application on the Startup India portal
- Response to queries
Documents you'll need
- Certificate of incorporation or registration
- PAN of the entity
- Short description of the product or service
- Website, pitch deck or product photos
- Director/partner details
Don't have everything yet? You can pay now and upload documents later from your dashboard.
How it works
Eligibility
We check age, turnover and structure.
Write-up
We draft a clear description of your innovation.
Recognition
The application is filed and the certificate obtained.
Frequently asked questions
Does DPIIT recognition give an automatic tax holiday?
No. Recognition makes you eligible, but the income tax exemption needs a separate approval.