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Startup India (DPIIT)

Startup India Recognition by DPIIT

DPIIT recognition that unlocks tax exemption, IPR rebates, easier compliance and access to startup funding.

Tax benefit: 3-year tax holiday (80-IAC)
Entity age: Up to 10 years
Turnover: Under ₹100 Crore
Run by: DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce

Overview

About Startup India (DPIIT)

Startup India recognition from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is the gateway to most government benefits for startups, including tax exemptions, IPR fee rebates, relaxed procurement norms and funding schemes like SISFS, FFS and CGSS.

Recognition is granted to companies, LLPs and registered partnerships that are working towards innovation or have a scalable business model with high potential for employment or wealth creation.

Key benefits

Income tax exemption for 3 consecutive years under Section 80-IAC (separate approval)
Self-certification under labour and environment laws
Fast-track patent examination with up to 80% patent fee rebate
50% rebate on trademark filing fees
Relaxed prior-experience and turnover norms in public procurement
Eligibility for SISFS, Fund of Funds and CGSS

Who is eligible

Private limited company, LLP or registered partnership firm
Up to 10 years from the date of incorporation
Turnover not exceeding ₹100 Crore in any financial year
Working on innovation or a scalable, high-growth business model
Not formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business

Documents required

Certificate of incorporation or registration
PAN of the entity
Brief description of the business and its innovation
Website, pitch deck or product video (recommended)
Details of directors or partners
Patents, trademarks or awards (if any)

How Vertex helps with Startup India (DPIIT)

1Eligibility checkWe review your business profile against the scheme rules and related state incentives.
2Documents & project reportWe prepare the DPR, financials and registrations such as Udyam, GST and FSSAI.
3Application & lender liaisonWe file the application and coordinate with banks, NBFCs and agencies.
4Sanction & follow-upWe follow up until sanction, disbursement and any subsidy release.

Frequently asked questions

No. After DPIIT recognition, eligible startups apply separately to the Inter-Ministerial Board for the 80-IAC certificate. We prepare both applications.

With a well-drafted application, recognition is typically granted within a few weeks.

Scheme limits, subsidy rates and timelines are indicative and subject to the latest government guidelines and lender policies. Vertex Certification is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government body.

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