Startup India (DPIIT) Registration
Written and reviewed by CA Ravi Sharma, Chartered Accountant (ICAI), Taxpex Consultancy. Published · Last updated .
Quick answer: Get recognised under Startup India — DPIIT registration, Section 80-IAC tax holiday filing, angel tax exemption (Section 56) and Fund of Funds eligibility, all handled end-to-end. Fees: Starting ₹4,999.
What is Startup India (DPIIT) Registration?
DPIIT recognition application, pitch deck and innovation write-up, Section 80-IAC application for 3-year tax holiday, Section 56(2)(viib) angel tax exemption, and IPR fast-track advisory.
Who needs this service?
Pvt Ltd companies, LLPs or registered partnerships under 10 years old with turnover under ₹100Cr, working on innovation, improvement or scalable business models.
Detailed overview
Startup India is one of the highest-ROI registrations a founder can pursue. The recognition itself is free, but a weak application gets rejected. We craft the innovation narrative, file the 80-IAC tax holiday application and structure the company for angel tax exemption — work that pays back many times the fee.
Why it matters
DPIIT recognition unlocks 3-year income tax holiday, angel tax exemption, 80% patent fee rebate, self-certification on labour & environment laws, ₹10,000Cr Fund of Funds eligibility and easier public procurement.
Documents required
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
- PAN of entity
- Director / partner details
- Brief about innovation / problem solved (we draft)
- Pitch deck or product description
- Website / app links
Timeline
- Day 1-2: Eligibility & narrative call
- Day 3-5: Application drafting
- Day 6: DPIIT recognition filed
- Day 10-15: Recognition certificate issued
What is included
- DPIIT Recognition
- Section 80-IAC Tax Holiday
- Angel Tax Exemption
- Pitch Deck Review
- IPR Fast-Track Filing
- Fund of Funds Advisory
- Self-Certification Setup
- GeM & Tender Onboarding
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies as a startup under DPIIT?
Pvt Ltd, LLP or registered partnership; under 10 years old; turnover under ₹100Cr; working on innovation or scalable models.
Is the 3-year tax holiday automatic?
No — DPIIT recognition is the first step. A separate Section 80-IAC application must be approved by the Inter-Ministerial Board.
What is angel tax exemption?
Recognised startups can issue shares above fair value to resident angel investors without Section 56(2)(viib) tax — we file the declaration.
How long does DPIIT take?
Typically 7–15 working days for recognition; 80-IAC approval can take 3–6 months.
Sources and references
Rates, due dates and thresholds on this page are taken from official government sources and verified by our chartered accountants before publication.
- According to the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), GST law and rate notifications are published at cbic-gst.gov.in.
- Per the Income Tax Department of India, ITR forms, due dates and utilities are published at incometax.gov.in.
- As stated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), company and LLP filing requirements are published at mca.gov.in.
- GST registration and return filing are done on the GST portal, gst.gov.in.
Key facts at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Provider | Taxpex Consultancy, CA-led tax & compliance firm |
| GST registration fee | From ₹999 (3–7 working days) |
| GST return filing fee | From ₹499 per month |
| ITR filing fee | From ₹999 (24–48 hours) |
| Coverage | All Indian states, 100% online |
| Review | Every filing reviewed by a qualified CA before submission |
| Support hours | Monday–Saturday, 10:00–19:00 IST |
About Taxpex Consultancy
Taxpex Consultancy is a chartered-accountant-led tax, GST and compliance practice serving businesses, startups, freelancers and salaried taxpayers across India. In our own practice we have filed thousands of GST and income-tax returns since 2019, and every filing is reviewed by a qualified CA before submission. Contact: +91 74289 33464, contact@taxpex.in.
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