Startup India Initiative
Purpose
Startup India aims to build a strong startup ecosystem, promote innovation, generate employment, attract investments, and support entrepreneurs through recognition, funding support, tax benefits, IPR facilitation, and ease of compliance.
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Key documents
Certificate of Incorporation/Registration, PAN, details of business activities, entity information, authorized representative details, and supporting documents demonstrating innovation or scalability.
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Relevant Government Reference / Government Resolution / Orders / Circulars
Startup India Initiative launched on 16 January 2016 by Government of India. DPIIT Recognition Framework and subsequent notifications govern eligibility and benefits for startups.
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Online Facility Available
Available across India through an online platform.
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Online Application Link
Applicable Fee
No fee for obtaining DPIIT Startup Recognition.
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Mode of Fee Payment
Not applicable for DPIIT Startup Recognition.
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Decision-Making Authority
Startup India, DPIIT, Government of India
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Important Eligibility Conditions
A startup must satisfy the following conditions for DPIIT Recognition:
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Entity should be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, Registered Partnership Firm, LLP, Cooperative Society, or Multi-State Cooperative Society.
Entity age should not exceed 10 years from incorporation (up to 20 years for eligible Deep Tech Startups).
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
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Time Required for Decision
No uniform timeline is specified. It depends on document scrutiny, appraisal, approval and availability of funds.
Online Grievance Redressal Link
Startup India Helpdesk / Contact Portal:
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Office Address
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi – 110011.
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Contact Telephone Number
Startup India Toll-Free Number: 1800 115 565 (10:00 AM to 05:30 PM).
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Official Contact Email ID
Through Startup India Contact/Helpdesk available on the official portal.
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Beneficiary:
As mentioned above
Benefits:
DPIIT Recognition, self-certification under labour and environmental laws, tax exemptions (subject to conditions), IPR support with fast-track patent examination, easier public procurement norms, funding support through Startup India schemes, networking and mentorship opportunities. [startupindia.gov.in]
How To Apply
Online only through Startup India Portal. [startupindia.gov.in]