Valid up to 10 years from incorporation
Enjoy income tax exemptions, IPR support, and ease of compliance
Startup Registration is a government-recognized process under Startup India (an initiative by DPIIT) that offers tax exemptions, funding support, and regulatory benefits to early-stage, innovative businesses.
Startup registration provides access to a range of government incentives, including tax benefits, faster IPR filing, easier funding access, and simplified regulations. It aims to foster innovation, job creation, and economic growth through entrepreneurship.
Incorporate your company (as LLP, Pvt Ltd, or Partnership Firm)
Register on the Startup India portal
Fill the startup recognition application
Upload necessary documents (pitch deck, incorporation certificate, etc.)
Await DPIIT recognition certificate
Certificate of Incorporation
PAN of the entity
Details of directors/partners
Website or product pitch deck
Brief write-up on the business and innovation
PAN & Aadhaar of founders
3-year income tax exemption under section 80 IAC
Angel Tax exemption under section 56
Faster patent/trademark filing
Access to Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
Easy exit option under IBC norms
Self-certification for certain labor & environment laws
Entities incorporated in India within the last 10 years, with turnover less than ₹100 Cr, working toward innovation.
No. Only Private Ltd, LLP, or Partnership Firms are eligible.
Typically 7–10 working days post application submission.