DPIIT STARTUP RECOGNITION CHECKLIST
Applying for recognition by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade on the Startup India portal.
Eligibility
- ☐ Entity is a Private Limited Company, LLP or Registered Partnership
- ☐ Incorporated within the last 10 years
- ☐ Annual turnover has not exceeded Rs.100 crore in any year
- ☐ Not formed by splitting up or reconstruction of an existing business
- ☐ Working towards innovation, improvement or a scalable model
Documents to Upload
- ☐ Certificate of Incorporation / Registration
- ☐ PAN of the entity
- ☐ Details of directors/partners with contact information
- ☐ Brief write-up on the innovative nature of the business
- ☐ Supporting proof: website, pitch deck, patent, awards or product screenshots
Application
- ☐ Register the entity profile on the Startup India portal
- ☐ Complete the recognition application form
- ☐ Describe the problem solved and revenue model
- ☐ Submit and note the recognition/application number
Post-Recognition (Optional)
- ☐ Apply for Section 80-IAC tax holiday, if eligible
- ☐ Apply for angel tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib)
- ☐ Access self-certification for labour and environmental laws
Note: The 80-IAC tax holiday and angel-tax exemption require separate applications after recognition and have their own eligibility conditions. Keep the innovation write-up specific and evidence-backed.