Application

Startup India Recognition Application

A covering application for DPIIT recognition under the Startup India scheme.

Covering Letter for Startup India Recognition

Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]

To,
The Recognising Authority,
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT),
Startup India, Government of India

Subject: Application for DPIIT Startup Recognition – [Startup Name]

Respected Sir/Madam,

We, [Startup Name], incorporated as a [Private Limited Company / LLP / Registered Partnership] on [Date of Incorporation] with CIN/LLPIN [No.] and registered office at [Full Address], hereby apply for recognition as a Startup under the Startup India initiative. Our enterprise is working towards innovation in [Sector/Product] and has an annual turnover below the prescribed limit.

The following documents/details are furnished:

  • Certificate of incorporation / registration
  • Brief write-up on innovation and scalability
  • PAN of the entity
  • Details of directors / partners

Kindly grant DPIIT recognition to enable us to avail the scheme benefits.

Yours faithfully,
[Name]
[Designation], [Startup Name]
[Mobile] | [Email]

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