Startup India (DPIIT) recognition
Get your startup recognised by DPIIT and unlock tax benefits, rebates on patent and trademark fees, and easier public procurement.
- Usually 7–20 working days
- 100% online
- Expert-assisted filing
₹2,999+ 18% GST
Government fee: NILFixed fee · pay online or after the expert callOverview
Startup India recognition is granted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). It is free from the government, and opens up a range of benefits.
Who is eligible:
- a private limited company, LLP or registered partnership firm
- incorporated less than 10 years ago
- turnover not above ₹100 crore in any financial year
- working on innovation, improvement of products or processes, or a scalable business model — not formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business
Key benefits:
- Section 80-IAC income tax holiday for 3 consecutive years out of 10, for eligible startups incorporated before 1 April 2030 (needs separate approval)
- 80% rebate on patent fees and lower trademark fees, with fast-tracked patent examination
- self-certification under certain labour and environment laws
- relaxed criteria in government tenders on the GeM portal
- access to the Fund of Funds and government schemes
We write the innovation write-up, which decides whether recognition is granted, and file on the Startup India portal.
What's included
- Eligibility check
- Innovation and scalability write-up drafted
- Pitch deck or website review
- Application on the Startup India portal
- DPIIT certificate follow-up
- Guidance on 80-IAC and IP rebates
Documents you'll need
Tick what you already have — we'll guide you on the rest.
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How it works
- 1
Eligibility
We confirm age, turnover and structure, and understand your product.
- 2
Write-up
We draft the innovation and scalability description the reviewers look for.
- 3
File
The application is filed on the Startup India portal.
- 4
Recognition
DPIIT reviews it and issues the recognition certificate.
Pricing
- Fixed fee. No hourly billing, no add-ons later. 18% GST is added at checkout and shown on your invoice.
- Government fee at actuals. We tell you the exact amount before you pay it.
- Several registrations? One expert can handle them together. Call +91 70113 96724 for a combined quote.
Questions, answered
Is there a government fee?
No. DPIIT recognition is free; our fee covers the write-up, filing and follow-up.
Can a proprietorship get Startup India recognition?
No. Only private limited companies, LLPs and registered partnership firms are eligible.
Do I automatically get the tax holiday?
No. The 80-IAC tax exemption needs a separate application to the Inter-Ministerial Board after recognition.
How long is recognition valid?
Up to 10 years from incorporation, as long as turnover stays within ₹100 crore.
Often taken together
Questions about Startup India Registration?
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