Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition for Your Business
Get your eligible company or LLP recognised as a Startup by DPIIT to unlock tax benefits, easier compliance and access to government startup schemes. Leegal handles your application end-to-end.
What Is Startup India Recognition?
Startup India is a Government of India initiative under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) that recognises eligible private limited companies, LLPs and registered partnership firms as "startups."
DPIIT recognition is separate from your basic company/LLP registration — it's an additional status you apply for once your entity exists, that can unlock tax benefits, self-certification under certain labour and environment laws, easier public procurement norms, and access to government startup schemes.
| DPIIT-Recognised Startup | Regular Registered Company |
|---|---|
| Can apply for income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC | No special startup tax holiday |
| Eligible for angel tax exemption, subject to conditions | Not eligible for this specific exemption |
| Self-certification for select labour/environment laws | Standard compliance and inspection norms apply |
| Access to Startup India schemes and patent fee rebates | No access to startup-specific schemes |
Eligibility & Documents Required
A quick look at who typically qualifies and what you'll need to have ready.
Typical Eligibility
- Registered as a private limited company, LLP or partnership firm.
- Generally within a defined number of years since incorporation.
- Turnover under the applicable threshold since incorporation.
- Working on innovation or a scalable business model, not formed by splitting up an existing business.
Documents Needed
- Certificate of incorporation/registration
- PAN of the entity
- Details of directors/partners
- A brief write-up on your product/service and innovation
- Website, pitch deck or app link, if available
- Patent/trademark details, if any
How It Works
Eligibility Check
We review your entity type, age and business model against current DPIIT criteria.
Entity Registration
If you haven't incorporated yet, we help you register as a company or LLP first.
DPIIT Application
We prepare and submit your recognition application on the Startup India portal.
Recognition & Benefits
Once recognised, we guide you on applying for tax exemption and other benefits.
DPIIT Recognition
End-to-end preparation and filing of your Startup India recognition application.
Tax Benefit Guidance
Guidance on applying for 80-IAC tax exemption and angel tax exemption where eligible.
Ongoing Compliance
Support keeping your entity's regular ROC and tax filings on track alongside your startup status.
Why Apply Through Leegal
- Experienced professionals help position your application clearly.
- Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden charges.
- One dedicated point of contact throughout the process.
- Support with entity registration first, if you haven't incorporated yet.
Talk to Our Team
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is DPIIT recognition the same as registering my company?
No. You first need to register your entity as a private limited company, LLP or partnership firm. DPIIT recognition is a separate, additional application you file once the entity exists.
Is the tax exemption automatic once recognised?
No. Being recognised as a startup makes you eligible to separately apply for benefits like the Section 80-IAC tax holiday and angel tax exemption, subject to meeting the specific conditions for each benefit at the time of application.
Can an existing company apply for Startup India recognition?
Yes, provided it meets the age, turnover and innovation-related eligibility criteria current at the time of application. Our team can check your specific eligibility during the consultation.
Does DPIIT recognition expire?
Recognition is generally tied to the eligibility conditions such as the age and turnover of the entity, so it can lapse once those thresholds are crossed. We can help you track this.
What ongoing compliance do I need to maintain as a recognised startup?
You still need to keep up with your entity's regular ROC filings, income tax returns and other statutory compliance — DPIIT recognition doesn't replace these, though certain self-certifications may simplify specific labour/environment filings.
Ready to Get Your Startup DPIIT Recognised?
Talk to our team and get a clear plan for your recognition application — no obligation.