Startups can avail tax benefits, easier compliance, and faster winding-up under the Startup India initiative. We help you register as a startup, obtain DPIIT recognition, and stay compliant with startup-specific provisions. We also advise on entity choice, ESOPs, convertible notes, and investor-ready documentation.
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Under the Startup India initiative, an entity can be recognised as a "startup" by the DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) if it meets certain criteria: incorporated as a company or LLP, turnover not exceeding Rs 100 crore in any financial year, working towards innovation/development of products or processes, and not formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business. Recognition is obtained through the Startup India portal. Recognised startups get access to tax benefits (Section 80-IAC), self-certification under labour and environmental laws, and fast-track winding up. We guide you through eligibility, documentation, and the registration process.
We need these to file for startup recognition.
Certificate of incorporation (company) or registration (LLP).
Declaration that the entity is working on innovation.
Brief description of the business and innovation.
PAN, Aadhaar, and other KYC of promoters.
Patent/trademark certificate or application (optional but helpful).
Letter of authorisation for us to file on your behalf.
Verify that your entity meets startup criteria (incorporation, turnover, innovation).
Prepare incorporation certificate, declaration, and business description.
Register on Startup India portal and submit the application.
DPIIT issues recognition certificate. Typically 1–2 weeks.
We assist with annual compliance and renewal of recognition.
We offer end-to-end corporate law consultancy, from entity formation to ongoing compliance.
Private Limited, OPC—ideal for startups.
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Learn MoreCommon questions about startup registration and recognition.
Recognition is valid for 10 years from the date of incorporation. If turnover exceeds Rs 100 crore in any financial year, the entity ceases to be a startup. We advise on maintaining eligibility.
Yes, if it was incorporated within the last 10 years, turnover is under Rs 100 crore, and it is working on innovation. It must not be formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business.
Eligible startups can claim 100% tax exemption on profits for 3 consecutive years out of 10 years from incorporation. Additional conditions apply. We advise on eligibility and compliance.