Startup India / DPIIT Recognition
Startup India DPIIT recognition is an official certificate issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade validating an entity as an innovative startup under Indian law. It enables access to statutory IP rebates, procurement relaxations, and Section 80-IAC tax holiday evaluation.
DPIIT recognition is a free, online recognition from India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade for eligible, innovative startups, applied for on the Startup India portal with no government fee. Startup India Experts is a private consultancy that prepares your eligibility check, innovation write-up and application. We are not a government body.
Zero statutory charges on NSWS portal
Section 80-IAC statutory tax exemption
Statutory IP filing discount under DPIIT
Expedited application drafting & review
DPIIT Recognition Eligibility Checklist
Updated under Central Government Notification G.S.R. 108(E). Check your eligibility before filing.
Entity Incorporation Type
Notification G.S.R. 127(E)Must be a Private Limited Company, Registered Partnership, or LLP.
Note: Sole Proprietorships and unregistered entities must convert prior to filing.
Company Age Limit
Notification G.S.R. 108(E) (2026)Standard startups: up to 10 years from incorporation. DeepTech: up to 20 years.
Note: Calculated from the date of Certificate of Incorporation.
Annual Turnover Cap
Section 80-IAC / DPIIT StandardTurnover must not have exceeded ₹100 Crore in any financial year since inception.
Note: Audited financial statements or provisional balance sheet verification required.
Original Business Formation
Companies Act / DPIIT Clause 3Must be an original business — not formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business.
Note: Mergers and spinoffs of established businesses are strictly disqualified.
Innovation & Scalability Factor
DPIIT Evaluation Board CriteriaDeveloping innovative products/services OR demonstrating scalable business model with high employment potential.
Note: Requires structured pitch deck and business model brief during filing.
- •Sole Proprietorships without company conversion.
- •Entities older than 10 years (or 20 years for DeepTech).
- •Entities exceeding ₹100 Crore turnover in any year.
- •Firms created by splitting an established parent company.
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Government incentives under Notification G.S.R. 108(E)
DPIIT Recognition is a statutory certification issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It establishes an entity's formal status as an eligible 'Startup' under Notification G.S.R. 127(E) (as amended by G.S.R. 108(E) dated February 4, 2026).
- ✓Official Government application fee is ₹0 on official portals (Fact F02)
- ✓Open to Private Limited Companies, LLPs, and Registered Partnerships (Fact F03)
- ✓Standard entities eligible up to 10 years; qualifying DeepTech up to 20 years (Facts F04, F05)
- ✓Turnover must not have exceeded ₹200 crore in any previous financial year (Fact F06)
Direct Statutory Benefits of DPIIT Recognition
Key advantages available exclusively to recognized Indian startups.
Section 80-IAC Tax Exemption Application Eligibility
Recognition grants statutory eligibility to apply for a 100% deduction of profits for 3 consecutive assessment years out of 10 years under Section 80-IAC (requires separate Inter-Ministerial Board approval).
Statutory Intellectual Property (IP) Fee Rebates
Eligible for up to 80% rebate on statutory patent filing fees and 50% rebate on trademark filing fees under the Scheme for Facilitating Startups and MSMEs in IP Protection (SIPP).
Fast-Track Patent Examination
Recognized startups can request expedited patent examination under Rule 24C of the Patents Rules, significantly shortening examination and grant timelines.
Public Procurement Tender Relaxations
Exemption from prior turnover and prior experience criteria (Rule 173(i) GFR 2017) and Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) exemption (Rule 170(i) GFR 2017) in government tenders.
Self-Certification Under Labour & Environment Laws
Self-certification permitted for 6 labour laws for up to 5 years and 3 environmental laws (for white-category activities) for up to 3 years without routine inspection.
Access to Government Fund of Funds & SISFS
Eligibility to apply for grant and convertible debenture funding under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) through approved incubators (subject to competitive evaluation).
Step-by-Step DPIIT Application Process
From initial eligibility audit to certificate issuance.
Eligibility Evaluation & Scope Screening
Our advisory team reviews your incorporation date, turnover history, capital structure, and business model against G.S.R. 108(E) criteria.
Document Verification & Pitch Drafting
We review company statutory filings and prepare a clear, factual business write-up highlighting the innovative and scalable characteristics of your entity.
Portal Submission on NSWS / Startup India
Our professionals format, validate, and submit your recognition application and all supporting documentation on the official portal.
DPIIT Review & Certificate Issuance
DPIIT officers evaluate the submission. Upon approval, your official recognition certificate with unique DIPP number is issued online.
Required Documents for DPIIT Application
Have these ready for fastest 24-48 hour turnaround filing.
Mandatory Entity Documentation
Official certificate issued by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) or Registrar of Firms.
Charter documents reflecting the entity's corporate objectives and operational framework.
Structured description explaining how your product/service introduces innovation, improves an existing process, or scales employment.
Supporting material showcasing active business operations, mobile apps, software demonstrations, or investor decks.
PAN cards, identification details, and contact coordinates of all appointed directors or partners.
Proof of published patent, design registration, or trademark application supporting technology novelty.
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We Serve Founders Across India
DPIIT Recognition is a Central Government certification valid across all Indian states and Union Territories. We coordinate national recognition with regional state startup incubators.
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Last updated . Official sources: Startup India portal, DPIIT. Startup India Experts is a private consultancy. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or part of the Government of India, and professional fees shown are separate from government fees.
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