Startup India Registration
Why Startup India
Startup India Recognition is a program launched by the Government of India in 2016 to support the growth and development of startups in the country.
Under this program, eligible startups can get recognized by the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
Why Choose
Startup India
Tax exemption
Startups can avail a tax exemption under Section 80 IAC of the Income Tax Act for three consecutive financial years out of their first ten years since incorporation.
Easier compliance
Startups are exempt from certain compliances, such as filing of returns and inspections, for a period of three years.
IPR fast-tracking
Startups can get their intellectual property rights (IPRs) fast-tracked through specialized IP facilitation centers.
Access to funding
Startups can access funding from various government schemes and initiatives, such as the Startup India Fund and the Fund of Funds for Startups.
Other benefits
Startups can also avail other benefits, such as self-certification of compliance, access to government procurement, and mentorship from industry experts.
Benefits of Startup India
Easy access to Funds
Apply for tenders
Government support
Networking and mentorship
No time-consuming compliances
Meet other entrepreneurs
Startup India Registration Process
The registration process for Startup India is entirely online and can be completed in a few simple steps:
Visit the Startup Portal
Go to the official Startup India website
Register Organisation DSC
On Official Portal Register your organisation DSC using authorised signatory detail
Fill the Application Form
Complete the online application form, providing accurate information about your startup.
Document Upload
Upload the required document
Self-Certification
Self-certify compliance with various laws and regulations.
Review and Issuance of Startup India Recognition Certificate
Department will review your application and issue your Startup India Recognition Certificate within 3 to 7 working day.
F.A.Q.
Startup India Registration
The eligibility criteria for Startup India registration are as follows:
- The entity must be a private limited company or a limited liability partnership (LLP).
- The entity must have been incorporated after 1st April, 2016.
- The entity’s annual turnover must not exceed Rs. 100 crore in any of the financial years since incorporation.
- The entity must be working towards innovation/ improvement of existing products, services and processes and should have the potential to generate employment/ create wealth.
- The entity must not be a product of restructuring of an existing business.
- The entity must not be in the prohibited sectors as specified by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
DPIIT recognition refers to the recognition granted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to startups in India. It is a prerequisite for availing various benefits and incentives under the Startup India initiative.
Once you have registered your startup with Startup India, you can apply for DPIIT recognition. The application process is online and can be completed through the Startup India website.
The registration process typically takes around 7-10 working days for review and processing. However, the timeline may vary based on the workload and processing efficiency of the authorities.
A proprietorship or a public limited company is not eligible as startup. A one person company, being a private limited company is entitled to be recognized as a ‘startup’.
Yes. One Person Companies are eligible to avail benefits under the Startup India initiative.
No . Proprietorship and unregistered partnership firm are not eligible to avail benefits under the Startup India initiative.
- Certificate of Incorporation / Registration Certificate and PAN
Email ID and Mobile number of Directors and Authorise person - Company Details ( Industry, Sector, Category, Regd. Office Address etc)
- Directors/Partners Details ( Name, Photo, Gender, Mobile No. Email ID, Full Address)
- A Brief about business and products/services and notes on innovations
Revenue model and Uniqueness of the Product - Website/Pitch Deck/Video/Patent ( anyone)
Eligibility Criteria for Startup India Scheme
- The start-up must be registered as a Private Company, LLP or Partnership Firm
- The start-up must not be a product of restructuring
- The Startup must not be older than 5 years
- Annual turnover of the start-up must not be more Rs. 25Cr
- The business must be involved in a new product or service
Recognized startups are eligible for a number of tax benefits, including the following: exemption from capital gains tax on sale of shares, exemption from dividend distribution tax, and exemption from income tax on profits for the first three years.
There are a number of other government schemes and programs available to startups, including the following: the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, the Startup India Innovation Challenge, and the Startup India Mentorship Program.
The certificate of recognition is issued typically within 2 working days upon successful submission of the application.