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Startup India Registration
A flagship initiative to build a strong startup ecosystem and transform India into a nation of job creators.
What is Startup India?
The Government of India launched the Startup India Scheme in 2016 with the objective of promoting startups, generating employment, and creating wealth. It aims to build a strong startup ecosystem and transform India into a nation of job creators.
The program is managed by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DPIIT). The government has allocated around ₹2500 crore for startups along with a credit guarantee fund of ₹500 crore.
Primary Objectives
- Build a strong ecosystem for innovation and startups
- Encourage sustainable economic growth and large-scale employment
- Reduce regulatory burden and compliance costs for startups
Who Can Register with Startup India?
Only newly formed entities are eligible for registration under the Startup India scheme, subject to the following criteria:
Entity Structure
The entity must be registered as a Private Limited Company, a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), or a Registered Partnership Firm.
Age Limit
The business must not be older than 10 years (it must not be incorporated before 1st April 2016).
Turnover Criteria
The annual turnover of the entity should not have exceeded ₹100 crore in any of the financial years since its incorporation.
Innovation & Potential
Must offer innovative products or services and the business model should have high potential for both employment and wealth creation.
Note: Entities formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business are strictly not eligible for this scheme.
Benefits of Startup India Registration
Recognized startups can avail multiple exclusive benefits to boost their growth and ease operations.
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Income Tax Exemption
Recognized startups can enjoy a 3 consecutive years income tax exemption under Section 80IAC, allowing them to reinvest profits into growth.
Funding Access
Gain specialized access to funding under the Government's Fund of Funds (FOF) scheme, designed specifically to inject capital into promising startups.
Govt Tender Benefits
Startups get a special exemption from prior experience and turnover criteria when applying for lucrative government tenders.
Fast-Track Patents
Enjoy fast-track patent applications with an 80% rebate on patent filing fees and a 50% rebate on trademark fees.
Easy Compliance & Self-Certification
Startups are allowed to self-certify compliance under 6 labor laws, reducing the regulatory burden significantly.
Simplified RBI Norms
Startups have the ability to raise loans from Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) with highly simplified RBI compliance.
Other Major Perks
Access to state government schemes, easy company winding-up process, and Private Limited startups can accept deposits from members for up to 5 years.
Minimum Documentation for DIPP Certificate
The documentation process is simple and requires only scanned copies of your entity and business details to get started.
Entity Documents
- Certificate of Incorporation or Partnership Registration
- Partnership Deed, LLP Agreement, or MOA of company
- PAN Card of the entity
- Aadhaar Card of authorized signatory
Business Details
- Brief description of your innovation, employment potential & wealth creation model
- Website details or official company profile
- Income tax returns for the last 3 financial years
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