Startup India
Startup India made easy with CASYST expert assistance.
DPIIT recognition under Startup India confirms your business as a startup and unlocks government support, including tax benefits, fast-track intellectual property services and easier compliance. CASYST prepares your application and guides you through the benefits you can claim.
What is Startup India?
Startup India is a government initiative to support innovative, scalable ventures. To take part, an eligible entity applies for recognition from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) through the Startup India portal.
Recognition does not automatically grant every benefit. Some, such as the income tax exemption, need a separate approval, and eligibility rules change from time to time, so we confirm the current criteria for you.
Who needs Startup India?
- Private limited companies, LLPs and registered partnership firms
- Businesses working on innovation, technology or scalable models
- Entities within the permitted age and turnover limits
- Startups seeking government schemes, tenders and funding support
Benefits of Startup India
Tax benefits
Eligible startups can apply for income tax benefits after separate approval.
Compliance relief
Self-certification under certain labour and environment laws.
Fast-track IP support
Facilitated patent and trademark filing with reduced fees.
Easier public procurement
Relaxed norms on prior experience and turnover in government tenders.
Credibility with investors
Recognition helps build visibility and access to funding networks.
Eligibility
- An entity registered as a private company, LLP or registered partnership
- Within the permitted number of years from incorporation
- Turnover within the prescribed limit
- Working on innovation or a scalable model, and not formed by splitting up an existing business
Documents required
- Certificate of incorporation or registration
- PAN of the entity
- Details of directors or partners
- Brief description of the business and its innovation
- Website, pitch deck or product details
- Proof of contact details and address
Startup India process
- 1Step 1
Check eligibility
We confirm your entity type, age, turnover and business model meet the criteria.
- 2Step 2
Prepare the application
We help write a clear description of your innovation and business.
- 3Step 3
File on the Startup India portal
We upload documents and submit the application for DPIIT recognition.
- 4Step 4
Review and clarifications
We respond to any queries raised by the authority.
- 5Step 5
Recognition certificate
On approval you receive your DPIIT recognition certificate.
- 6Step 6
Claim benefits
We guide you on applying for tax exemption and other schemes.
After recognition
- Apply for the tax exemption and other schemes you qualify for
- Use fast-track IP filing and reduced fees
- Access self-certification for certain labour and environment laws
- Keep your entity details updated on the portal
- Continue to meet the eligibility conditions
Eligible sectors and exclusions
- Technology, health, education, agriculture, fintech and many other sectors
- Businesses working on innovation or a scalable model
- Not eligible: entities formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business
- Not eligible: entities beyond the age or turnover limit
Tax and funding support
Income tax exemption
Eligible startups can apply for a tax holiday under Section 80-IAC after separate approval.
Fund of Funds
Government-backed capital routed to startups through funds.
Credit guarantee
Collateral-free lending support for eligible startups.
Schemes and eligibility change over time, so we check what applies before you apply.
IP benefits
Patents
Fast-track examination and reduced fees.
Trademarks
Reduced fees for startups.
IP facilitation
Support in preparing IP applications.
DPIIT startup vs regular company
| Point | DPIIT-recognised startup | Regular company |
|---|---|---|
| Recognition | Startup India | Registrar of Companies |
| Tax benefits | Eligible after approval | Standard |
| Self-certification | Certain labour and environment laws | No |
Self-certification compliances
- Certain labour laws can be self-certified
- Certain environmental laws can be self-certified
- Annual compliance under the Companies Act still applies
- Keep records to support your declarations
Related services
Startup India cost
Our Startup India package starts from ₹4,999. Government fees, stamp duty and other statutory charges are separate and depend on your state and the exact filing involved. We give you a clear, itemised quote before we start, with no hidden charges.
Get a QuoteStartup India checklist
- Check eligibility
- Prepare the application
- File on the Startup India portal
- Review and clarifications
- Recognition certificate
- Claim benefits
Frequently asked questions
Private companies, LLPs and registered partnerships within the prescribed age and turnover limits and working on an innovative, scalable model.
No. Only eligible company, LLP and partnership structures qualify.
No. It requires a separate application and approval after recognition.
Recognition is valid while the entity meets the eligibility conditions.
Applying for DPIIT recognition is free. Our fee covers preparation and filing.
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