DPIIT

DPIIT

Registration

Easily get recognised as a Startup by DPIIT.

Just @ Rs.9,999/-

Process

Register on the Startup India Portal

For this, you will have to submit the required details along with a unique contact number and e-mail address of your startup. These will be verified by an OTP sent to the number and email.

Create your Complete Profile

Fill in details like the current stage of your startup, the details of directors / partners, the details of the authorised representative, business plan, details of funding, details of intellectual property and the proposed business activities.

Fill out the application

Click on “DPIIT Recognition” on your portal, and a form will appear on the screen. Fill out and submit the form with the scanned copies of the prescribed documents.

Obtain DPIIT recognition Certificate

The DPIIT will examine the application thoroughly, and ultimately issue a Certificate of Recognition to your startup. The Certificate will contain

Start your business with pride, tax relief, and the distinction of being awarded by the government funds via DPIIT Startup India Certificate of Recognition. 

We make it easy, quick, and completely online  guiding you step-by-step. 

What is DPIIT Startup Recognition ? ​

 

DPIIT Certificate is a certificate which has been given by the Government of India under the Startup India Registration, which has been initiated in the year 2016. Startups can be a Government of India certified startup by availing their certificate. 

It’s not a slogan   it’s a ticket to numerous benefits such as: 

  • Eligibility for special government funding programs 
  • Increased exposure to government tenders and marketplaces 
  • Quicker IPs and lower fee for patents/trademarks 
 

Startup India recognition actually increases your credibility, visibility, and expansion opportunities  particularly in the early stage. 

DPIIT Certificate Benefits

These are some of the advantages of why thousands of Indian startups use this certificate: 

  • 80 IAC Tax Exemption: Tax exemption on 3 out of your first 10 years 
  • Section 56 Exemption (Angel Tax): Exemption on share premium received by angel investors 

Eligible for government schemes for startups like: 

  • Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
  • Credit Guarantee Fund
  • State-wise startup grants and incentives

 

  • Easy eligibility for government tenders 
  • Ease of facility for registration and direct selling on GeM (Government e-Marketplace) 
  • Pre-patent and trademark pre-processing pains
  • 80% off on patent fee and 50% off on trademark fee
  • Startup India listing on Government portal
  • Establishing investor and partner trust in your brand
  • Smooth integration with accelerators and incubators

Eligibility Criteria

For making your business eligible for DPIIT recognition, your business should be meeting the following: 

  • Company Type Registered as Private Ltd, LLP, or OPC 
  • Not more than 10 years from the date of incorporation 
  • Should not have crossed ₹100 Crores in any one financial year 
  • New business model concept, new product, process, service 
  • Should not be created due to division or restructuring of existing enterprise 

Startup India Documents To Be Uploaded

The following is what you have to upload in your DPIIT application: 

  • Certificate of Incorporation of Company
  • Company PAN Card
  • Aadhaar and Director/Partner PAN
  • Brief summary of business nature
  • Explain the problem your company is addressing
  • How and why is your solution new and innovative? 
  • How is your startup positively impacting an industry or society? 
  • URL and/or social media handles (optional, but highly encouraged) 

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How StartupKare Helps You

Ger your DPIIT Startup India Registration from us is extremely simple. Here’s how:

 

  • Step-by-Step Guidance 
  • Free Eligibility Check 
  • Not sure if you are eligible or not? We just check. 
  • Consultation Call with Our Expert 
  • Know your strength, document checklist, and clarity. 
  • Document Preparation & Revisions 
  • We prepare your business plan, innovation report, and get everything in place. 
  • Online Application Filing 
  • We file your DPIIT application on your behalf from Startup India portal. 
  • Follow-up & Revisions 
  • If DPIIT requires more information/document, we do the running. 
  • Issuance of Final Certificate 
  • We send your DPIIT Startup Certificate once approved. 

Who Can Apply?

You may apply if you’re: 

  • A first-time founder or a startup team 
  • Operating an innovative business (product, service, app, platform, etc.) 
  • Wishing to raise money, benefit from tax relief, or government grants 

 

You are a fintech disruptor, an agritech startup, a D2C brand, or a tech startup, StartupKare facilitates fintech startups to receive government recognition and incentives at pace. 

FAQs

1. What is DPIIT Startup Recognition?

DPIIT recognition is a government certificate for startups that are eligible for the Startup India scheme. DPIIT recognition offers tax relief, funding, and grants from the government.

2. Do I need to have a web site to apply for the certificate?

No, but don't and having a web presence or site adds strength to your application and greater chances of approval.

3. If my startup is unfunded and bootstrapped, am I eligible?

Yes. DPIIT Startup Recognition is not money-agnostic. Your business model and innovation will determine that, not money. Bootstrapped startups are generally eligible.

4. Do I have to renew DPIIT certificate?

No. DPIIT recognition certificate is a one-time process and will be valid if you continue to be eligible (company's age, turnover ceiling, etc.).

5. What if my application gets rejected?

No problem our experts will analyze the comments, assist re-editing your application, and resubmit with modifications.