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Ayush Sharma
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Got DPIIT in 11 days. Their memo on 80-IAC saved us from filing it in a loss-year — we'll now claim it in year 4 when we're profitable.
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Full paperwork + narrative polish + 80-IAC tax-holiday roadmap — CA-led.
Chartered Accountant assisted DPIIT application with innovation narrative, pitch-deck review and IP evidence. 96% first-attempt approval rate. Trusted by 900+ Indian startups.
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If any of these describe your business, this service is either mandatory or strongly recommended.
Any Pvt Ltd, LLP or registered partnership under 10 years old with turnover under ₹100 Cr working on an innovative product, process or service.
SaaS, deep-tech, biotech, medtech, agritech and hardware startups with genuine innovation — 80% patent-fee rebate alone pays back the DPIIT cost multiple times.
Angel-tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib) requires DPIIT recognition + Form 2 filing. Do this before your first priced round, not after.
80-IAC gives 100% profit deduction for any 3 consecutive years out of the first 10 — massive runway extender for cash-generating startups.
DPIIT-recognised startups are exempt from prior-experience and prior-turnover criteria in Central Government tenders — a huge unlock for early-stage GovTech.
SISFS (up to ₹50 lakh), Credit Guarantee Scheme, FFS-backed AIF cheques — all keyed to a valid DPIIT number.
Self-certify under 9 labour laws + 3 environment laws for 5 years — skip routine EPF, ESI, and pollution-board inspections.
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Every document is stored on encrypted servers, accessible only to your assigned CA.
A modern, fully digital workflow — no office visits, no paperwork chaos.
30-min call — we validate entity age (<10 yrs), turnover (<₹100 Cr) and the innovation angle. We also shortlist 80-IAC and Angel-tax eligibility upfront.
We rewrite your problem–solution story in DPIIT-friendly language, sharpen the deck and prepare the supporting documents.
We create your Startup India profile, file DPIIT recognition and upload the narrative, deck and IP evidence.
DPIIT reviews within 10–14 working days and issues a downloadable Certificate of Recognition. You're now officially a 'Startup' under the 19 Feb 2019 notification.
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A premium experience usually reserved for big firms — at startup-friendly pricing.
From D2C founders in Bengaluru to consultants in Chennai — we deliver startup india + dpiit registration with CA supervision across 28 states and 8 UTs.
Our narratives are drafted by CAs who understand what DPIIT reviewers actually look for. No pointless resubmissions.
We file within 48 hours of receiving your documents. DPIIT typically responds inside two weeks.
Every engagement includes a written memo on 80-IAC eligibility and Angel-tax Form 2 timing — the two things that actually save money.
WhatsApp updates, honest push-backs and no jargon. We talk to founders like founders.
Personalised advice on SISFS, FFS, Credit Guarantee Scheme, patent rebates and tender exemptions after recognition.
Flat ₹4,999 — no hidden charges. Government portal is free and we never claim otherwise.
Startup India + DPIIT portal is free. You pay only for the CA-led filing.
A CA-authored, founder-first guide to eligibility, narrative writing, 80-IAC, angel tax, funding schemes and post-recognition compliance.
Startup India is a flagship Government of India initiative launched on 16 January 2016 to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and startups. It is administered by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Registration on the Startup India portal (startupindia.gov.in) creates your public startup profile. DPIIT Recognition is the separate, higher-value approval that classifies your entity as a 'Startup' under the official 19 February 2019 notification and unlocks tax holidays, angel-tax exemption, funding schemes and tender relaxations.
DPIIT recognition is issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade and is the single gateway to every meaningful startup benefit. Without it, you cannot claim the 80-IAC tax holiday, angel-tax exemption, SISFS grants or tender relaxations.
| Test | Requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Entity type | Pvt Ltd, LLP or registered partnership | OPC also eligible; proprietorship & HUF not eligible |
| Age of entity | Under 10 years from date of incorporation | Extended from 7 years in 2019 |
| Turnover | Under ₹100 crore in any prior FY | Extended from ₹25 Cr in 2019 |
| Nature | Innovation / improvement / scalable business model | Cannot be a spin-off of an existing business |
3-year 100% profit deduction under Section 80-IAC (choose any 3 consecutive years out of the first 10). Angel-tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib) on share premium from resident angels, subject to a ₹25 Cr post-issue paid-up capital cap.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) — up to ₹50 lakh grant/convertible debt. Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) — SIDBI deploys into SEBI-registered AIFs. Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) — collateral-free debt up to ₹10 Cr.
80% rebate on patent filing fees, 50% rebate on trademark fees, and a panel of facilitators whose professional fees are paid entirely by the Government.
Self-certification for 5 years under 9 labour laws + 3 environment laws. Exemption from prior-experience and prior-turnover criteria in all Central Government tenders. Fast-track exit under IBC (winding up in 90 days).
Create your public profile on startupindia.gov.in with entity details, founder bios and industry tags.
Submit the DPIIT recognition form with the innovation narrative, pitch deck and supporting documents.
DPIIT reviewers assess the innovation angle, scalability and evidence. They may raise clarifications via email — we respond within 24 hours.
On approval, a Certificate of Recognition is issued with a permanent DPIIT number. This becomes the KYC for every future startup benefit.
Section 80-IAC of the Income Tax Act allows a DPIIT-recognised startup to claim 100% deduction of profits for any 3 consecutive assessment years out of the first 10 years from incorporation. This is a separate application to the Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB), not automatic on DPIIT recognition.
The deduction is elective and irrevocable — once you pick your 3 years, you cannot change them. Most CAs advise picking the 3 years when profits are expected to be highest, typically years 4–7 after incorporation.
Angel tax under Section 56(2)(viib) taxes share premium above fair market value received by an unlisted company from a resident investor as 'income from other sources' at 30% + surcharge + cess. It was the single most-hated provision for Indian startups.
DPIIT-recognised startups are fully exempt from angel tax provided (a) post-issue paid-up capital + share premium stays under ₹25 crore, (b) shares are issued to resident angels, and (c) Form 2 declaration is filed with DPIIT within 15 days of the allotment.
| Scheme | Ticket size | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| SISFS (Seed Fund) | Up to ₹20L grant + ₹50L convertible | Direct via approved incubators |
| FFS (Fund of Funds) | Indirect via SEBI AIFs | SIDBI deploys ₹10,000 Cr corpus |
| CGSS (Credit Guarantee) | Up to ₹10 Cr collateral-free debt | Guarantee cover 75–85% |
| Startup India Investor Connect | Founder–investor matchmaking | Free, curated intros |
DPIIT-recognised startups get an 80% rebate on patent filing fees and 50% on trademark filing fees. The Government also empanels IP facilitators whose professional fees are paid entirely by the Government under the SIPP scheme. For most early-stage startups, filing 1–2 patents is genuinely cheaper as a DPIIT-recognised startup than as a small business.
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Yes — including pitch deck review and Section 80-IAC tax holiday eligibility check.
via Business RegistrationPvt Ltd, LLP or registered partnership; under 10 years old; turnover under ₹100Cr; working on innovation or scalable models.
via Startup India (DPIIT) RegistrationCurrently 7.1% p.a., set quarterly by the Government of India.
via PPF CalculatorTypically 3–7 working days post-document submission. Aadhaar e-KYC authenticated applications are usually faster (3–4 days).
via GST Registration & FilingContent refreshed against the latest CBIC / CBDT / MCA notifications and portal changes.
Chartered Accountant · ICAI Member · 12+ years in Indian tax & compliance