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Startup India Recognition

Get DPIIT recognition and unlock startup benefits

By Saarthiom Advisory TeamFree Consultation Available
4 Step Process5 Eligibility Criteria

Startup India Recognition (DPIIT Recognition) is the gateway to a host of benefits under the Government of India's flagship Startup India initiative. Recognized startups can avail Tax exemption (80IAC), self-certification for labour and environmental laws, fast-tracked patent applications, and access to the Seed Fund Scheme.

To qualify, your entity must be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Registered Partnership, be less than 10 years old, and have annual turnover below ₹100 Crore. The business must be working towards innovation, development, or improvement of products/processes/services.

Saarthiom handles the complete DPIIT recognition process — from entity verification to drafting the innovation description and filing on the Startup India portal.

Get DPIIT recognition and unlock startup benefits

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Eligibility — Who Qualifies?

Incorporated as Pvt Ltd, LLP, or Registered Partnership Firm
Less than 10 years from date of incorporation
Annual turnover not exceeding ₹100 Crore in any financial year
Working towards innovation or scalable business model
Not formed by splitting or reconstruction of an existing business

How It Works — Step by Step

01

Eligibility Check

We verify your startup meets DPIIT's criteria for recognition.

02

Innovation Brief

A compelling innovation description is drafted per DPIIT guidelines.

03

Portal Filing

Application is filed on startupindia.gov.in with all supporting documents.

04

Recognition Certificate

DPIIT issues recognition certificate, typically within 2–3 weeks.

Documents Required

Certificate of Incorporation / Registration
PAN Card of the entity
Brief description of the innovation / business model
Proof of concept, pitch deck, or website link
Details of directors / partners with Aadhaar
Patent / trademark details (if any)

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