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DPIIT Startup Recognition

Get Recognized as a DPIIT Startup

Apply for DPIIT Startup Recognition with professional assistance and understand the applicable requirements and benefits under the Startup India initiative.

Starting at₹1,500*+ Government Fees
*Professional fee. Government fees and applicable charges are additional.
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THE STARTUP INDIA ECOSYSTEM

Why Get DPIIT Startup Recognition?

Recognition can help eligible startups explore applicable opportunities under prevailing Startup India provisions.

Tax Benefits

Eligible startups may have access to applicable tax benefits subject to eligibility and prevailing provisions.

Funding Support

Access to certain government schemes, funding opportunities and investor networks may be available subject to eligibility.

Easy Compliance

Eligible startups may receive certain regulatory or compliance-related benefits under applicable schemes.

Government Tenders

Recognition may provide access to certain benefits or relaxations in government procurement, subject to applicable rules.

Credibility

Recognition can help communicate startup status to investors, clients and business partners.

Growth Opportunities

Be part of the Startup India ecosystem and explore applicable support, networking and growth opportunities.

UNDERSTAND THE FIT

Who Can Apply?

Eligibility for DPIIT recognition depends on the applicable Startup India criteria and the entity's structure, age, activities and other prescribed conditions.

Innovative startups with scalable business models
Private Limited Companies, LLPs or Partnership Firms, subject to applicable eligibility
Startups working on new products, services or technology
Businesses with significant potential for employment generation or wealth creation
Startups in technology, manufacturing, service or social impact sectors
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Documents Required

Additional information or documents may be required depending on the application and applicable requirements.

Entity & Applicant

  • Certificate of Incorporation (COI) / LLP Agreement / Partnership Deed
  • PAN Card of the entity
  • Details of Directors / Partners
  • Brief write-up about the business

Business Information

  • Pitch Deck / Business Plan, as per requirement
  • Website / Product / Service details
  • Innovation and scalability details
  • Any other documents as required
A CLEARER APPLICATION JOURNEY

DPIIT Startup Recognition Process

Recognition is subject to the applicable Startup India process and review requirements.

01

Consultation

Understand the startup, entity structure and eligibility criteria.

02

Document Collection

Help prepare and organize the required documents and business information.

03

Application Filing

Prepare and file the application through the applicable Startup India process.

04

Review & Clarification

Handle applicable department queries or clarification requirements.

05

DPIIT Recognition

Application is reviewed under the applicable recognition process.

06

Certificate Issued

After successful recognition, the applicable certificate is made available.

TRANSPARENT SCOPE

Pricing / What's Included

Professional fees and applicable charges are shown separately for clarity.

Transparent pricing₹1,500*+ Government Fees
Professional Fee₹1,500
Government FeesAs applicable

*Professional fee. Government fees and applicable charges are additional and may vary based on the nature of the business and other factors.

What's Included in Our Professional Fee?

Eligibility guidance and consultationDocument preparation and reviewApplication filing supportApplication process guidanceDPIIT recognition process supportStartup India certificate guidanceExpert guidance through the processPost-recognition support (basic)
EXPLORE THE ECOSYSTEM

Key Benefits Under the Startup India Initiative

Benefits vary by scheme and are subject to eligibility, applicable rules and separate requirements.

01

Income Tax Benefits

Eligible startups may be able to access applicable income-tax benefits subject to prevailing provisions and eligibility.

02

Funding Opportunities

Explore applicable government schemes, funding programs and investor networks.

03

Easier Compliance

Certain eligible startups may receive applicable regulatory or compliance-related benefits.

04

Government Procurement

Eligible startups may receive benefits in applicable public procurement opportunities.

05

Innovation Support

Access the Startup India ecosystem, including applicable mentorship, networking and innovation support.

06

Credibility & Brand Value

DPIIT recognition can help communicate recognized startup status to investors, customers and partners.

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Important Things to Know Before Applying

DPIIT recognition is subject to the applicable Startup India eligibility criteria.

The applicant entity must satisfy the relevant requirements applicable at the time of application.

Recognition does not automatically guarantee tax exemptions, funding, procurement benefits or other government benefits.

Different benefits may have separate eligibility conditions and application requirements.

Rules, forms, eligibility criteria and available benefits may change over time.

Applicants should verify the current Startup India / DPIIT requirements before relying on any specific benefit.

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

DPIIT Startup Recognition FAQs

DPIIT Startup Recognition is recognition under the applicable Startup India process for eligible entities that meet the prevailing criteria.

Eligibility depends on entity type, age, activities, innovation or scalability and other current Startup India criteria.

Eligible startups may explore applicable tax, funding, procurement, compliance, networking and ecosystem benefits, subject to separate conditions.

There is no universal fixed timeline. Processing depends on application completeness, review and any clarification requirements.

Applicable government fees, if any, should be checked against the current Startup India process. COMPLYO's professional fee is shown separately.

Private Limited Companies, LLPs or Partnership Firms may be considered subject to the applicable criteria and current rules.

Common information includes entity documents, PAN, director or partner details, business write-up and product, service, innovation or scalability information.

DPIIT recognition is not universally mandatory. Its relevance depends on the startup's objectives and eligibility for specific benefits.

An LLP or Partnership Firm may be able to apply subject to the current Startup India criteria and other prescribed conditions.

Yes. COMPLYO can assist with eligibility guidance, document preparation, filing support and applicable clarification requirements.

COMPLYO can provide basic post-recognition guidance and connect startups with relevant business, tax and compliance services where available.

No. Tax benefits depend on separate eligibility conditions, prevailing provisions and the relevant application or approval requirements.

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