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Startup India · DPIIT Recognition

Get recognized, get rewarded — make it official under Startup India.

Startup India is the Government of India's flagship initiative, launched in January 2016 by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. DPIIT recognition is the formal status that confirms your company as a genuine "startup" — and it's the key that unlocks tax holidays, funding schemes, and simplified compliance built specifically for young, innovative businesses.

Skipping recognition, or filing it incorrectly, means leaving real money on the table: a three-year income tax holiday, angel tax exemption, an 80% rebate on patent fees, and access to government-backed seed funding all sit behind this one application — which is exactly why founders bring in specialists to get it right the first time.

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The Framework

The three pillars the entire initiative is built on

Every scheme, exemption, and support programme under Startup India traces back to one of three founding pillars. Understanding them makes it obvious which benefits apply to you.

Startup India Initiative

Simplification & Handholding

  • Self-certification for labour & environment laws
  • Fast-track patent examination with 80% fee rebate
  • Easy exit within 90 days under IBC fast-track

Funding Support & Incentives

  • ₹10,000 crore Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS)
  • Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
  • Credit guarantee support for startup loans

Industry-Academia Partnership

  • Access to 700+ recognized incubators & accelerators
  • Innovation challenges, hackathons & grand challenges
  • Research park & academic institution tie-ups
The Process

From incorporation to DPIIT recognition, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between forming your entity and holding a DPIIT Startup Recognition Certificate — follow the flow.

1

Incorporate Your Entity

Register as a private limited company, LLP, or registered partnership firm — DPIIT recognition is only open to formally registered entities.

2

Create a Startup India Profile

Sign up on the national Startup India portal with your company, founder, and business activity details.

3

Apply for DPIIT Recognition

Submit the recognition application along with your incorporation certificate, PAN, and a written brief on your innovation.

4

Upload Supporting Evidence

A pitch deck, website link, or proof-of-concept video demonstrating innovation and scalability strengthens your application.

5

Recognition Review

DPIIT reviews the application against innovation, scalability, and eligibility criteria — usually within a matter of days.

6

Recognition Number & Certificate

Once approved, you receive a unique Startup Recognition Number and a digital certificate confirming DPIIT-recognized status.

7

Apply for Tax & Angel Tax Exemption

File a separate application for the Section 80-IAC income tax holiday and the Section 56 angel tax exemption, both reviewed independently.

8

Access Schemes & Benefits

With recognition in hand, you can apply to the Seed Fund Scheme, Fund of Funds, patent rebates, and relaxed government tender norms.

Eligibility

Is your business eligible for DPIIT recognition?

Startup India eligibility is narrower and more specific than a standard company registration — here's the full baseline you need to meet.

Eligible Entity Type

A private limited company, a registered partnership firm, or a limited liability partnership incorporated in India.

Within 10 Years of Incorporation

The entity must not be older than 10 years from its date of incorporation or registration.

Turnover Under ₹100 Crore

Annual turnover must not have exceeded ₹100 crore in any financial year since incorporation.

Driven By Innovation

Working towards innovation, development, or improvement of products, services, or processes — or a scalable model with high employment or wealth-creation potential.

Not Formed By Splitting Up

The entity must not have been created by splitting up or reconstructing an already existing business.

Valid Incorporation Certificate

A genuine certificate of incorporation or registration issued by the Registrar of Companies or Registrar of Firms.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need for DPIIT recognition

Gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your Startup India application.

Certificate of Incorporation

Or registration certificate

PAN Card

Of the entity

Director/Partner Details

Name, address & contact info

Business/Innovation Brief

What problem you're solving, and how

Website / App Link

If your product is already live

Pitch Deck / Proof of Concept

Video or deck demonstrating the idea

Patent/Trademark Details

If any have already been filed

Funding & Investor Details

If your startup has raised capital

Why It's Worth It

What DPIIT recognition actually unlocks

Recognition isn't just a certificate — it changes your tax bill, your patent costs, your funding access, and how quickly you can wind down if needed.

Income Tax Holiday

3 consecutive years exempt under Section 80-IAC

Angel Tax Exemption

Relief from tax on share premium under Section 56

Self-Certification

Comply with 6 labour & 3 environment laws yourself

Fast-Track Patents

80% rebate on filing fees, expedited examination

Easy Winding Up

Close the company within 90 days under IBC

Access to Seed Funding

Apply to the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme

Fund of Funds Access

Indirect access via SEBI-registered VC funds

Government Tender Relaxation

EMD exemption & prior turnover/experience waivers

After Recognition

Staying eligible, year after year

Recognition isn't a one-time badge — a few ongoing obligations, and one hard cut-off, keep your startup status active.

Annual Turnover Declaration

Confirm turnover stays under ₹100 crore each year to retain recognized status.

ROC / ROF Filings

Regular annual filings with the relevant registrar based on your entity type.

Income Tax Returns

File ITR annually, including exemption claims where 80-IAC has been approved.

IMB Evaluation for Tax Exemption

A separate annual assessment by the Inter-Ministerial Board governs which 3 years your 80-IAC holiday applies to.

Keep Your Startup Profile Updated

Director, funding, and patent details on the Startup India portal should stay current at all times.

10-Year / ₹100 Crore Threshold

Recognition lapses automatically once the entity crosses 10 years since incorporation or ₹100 crore in annual turnover.

Why Hisho & Kanri

Startup India recognition handled by people who do this daily

We've filed enough DPIIT applications to know exactly where founders usually get stuck — innovation write-ups, exemption filings, portal updates — and how to avoid it.

Experienced Professionals

Chartered accountants and company secretaries who file Startup India applications every week.

Fast Processing

Applications reviewed and filed without the back-and-forth delays.

Affordable Pricing

Transparent packages with no hidden government-fee surprises.

Transparent Process

You see every filing and status update, not just a final certificate.

Dedicated Support

One point of contact from your first call through recognition and beyond.

End-to-End Scheme Access

We also help you apply for the Seed Fund Scheme and tax exemptions afterward.

FAQ

Common questions about Startup India & DPIIT recognition

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's a Government of India initiative launched in 2016 to build a strong ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship, offering tax benefits, funding access, and simplified compliance to recognized startups.

It's the formal status granted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade confirming your entity qualifies as a startup — the gateway to every Startup India benefit.

Private limited companies, LLPs, and registered partnership firms under 10 years old, with turnover under ₹100 crore, working on innovation or a scalable business model.

A 3-year income tax holiday under Section 80-IAC and exemption from angel tax on share premium under Section 56, both requiring separate applications after recognition.

No, but without it you can't access any of the tax exemptions, self-certification, patent rebates, or funding schemes reserved for recognized startups.

Typically around 7 to 10 working days once all documents are in order, though it can vary based on the completeness of your innovation write-up.

Yes — it lapses automatically once your entity crosses 10 years since incorporation or ₹100 crore in annual turnover, whichever happens first.

No — only private limited companies, LLPs, and registered partnership firms are eligible; a sole proprietorship must first convert to one of these structures.

A government scheme offering early-stage financial support for proof of concept, prototype development, and market entry, accessible only to DPIIT-recognized startups.

Incorporation certificate, PAN, director/partner details, and a brief on your innovation — see the Documents section above for the full list.

Because we handle DPIIT filings daily, write innovation briefs that hold up to review, and stay on to help with tax exemption and seed fund applications afterward.