DPIIT Recognised Startup
Official Recognition. Stronger Foundation. Greater Opportunities.
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Are you eligible for DPIIT recognition?
Per Startup India guidelines, your entity must meet all of the criteria below to qualify for official recognition.
Entity Type
Incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP or Registered Partnership Firm.
Turnover Cap
Turnover not exceeding ₹100 Cr in any financial year since incorporation.
Age of Entity
Entity not older than 10 years from the date of incorporation.
Innovation Driven
Working towards innovation, development or improvement of products, processes or services or a scalable business model.
Original Formation
Not formed by splitting up or reconstruction of an existing business.
*As per DPIIT Startup India guidelines.
What you'll need to apply
Keep these documents ready before starting your DPIIT recognition application.
PAN Card of the Entity
Certificate of Incorporation / LLP Agreement
Brief Write-up on the Startup
Problem Statement, Solution, USP
Details of Directors / Partners
Name, DIN, PAN
Website Link
if available
Pitch Deck / Business Presentation
Other Supporting Documents
if any
Company DSC for Verification
What DPIIT recognition unlocks
A recognised startup gets meaningful tax, capital, IPR and regulatory advantages from day one.
Tax Benefits
Income Tax holiday for 3 consecutive years out of the first 10 years.
Capital Gains Exemption
Exemption on long-term capital gains for eligible investments.
Easy Access to Funds
Better visibility and trust with investors for fundraising.
Eligibility for Govt. Schemes
Access to grants, subsidies, incubation programs and tenders.
Self-Certification Benefit
Relaxation in compliance under labour laws through self-certification.
IPR Benefits
80% rebate on patent filing fees and 50% rebate on trademark filing fees.
Global Recognition
Stronger credibility and visibility for your startup in India and abroad.
DPIIT Recognition is the first step.
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