Declaration

Startup Self-Certification Declaration

A self-certification by a recognised startup confirming it meets the eligibility conditions of incorporation age, turnover limit and innovative business activity.

STARTUP SELF-CERTIFICATION DECLARATION

Self-certification under the Startup India scheme and the DPIIT notification for recognition and eligible benefits.

I, [Name of Authorised Signatory], [Designation] of [Startup Entity Name], incorporated on [Date of Incorporation] under [Companies Act, 2013 / LLP Act, 2008 / Partnership Act, 1932], holding PAN [PAN Number] and DPIIT Recognition No. [DPIIT Number], do hereby declare as under:

I certify that the entity has not completed ten years from the date of its incorporation, that its annual turnover has not exceeded Rs. 100 crore in any financial year, that it is working towards innovation, development or improvement of products, processes or services, and that it has not been formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business.

The information furnished is true, complete and correct.

_____________________
[Signature of Authorised Signatory]
[Name & Designation]
Place: [Place]    Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]

Before you use it — fill in / check

  • Startup Entity Name
  • Date of Incorporation
  • PAN Number
  • DPIIT Number
  • Authorised Signatory
  • Designation

How to use this template

  1. Read through and replace every [bracketed] or blank placeholder with your actual details.
  2. Delete any clause that doesn't apply and add anything specific to your situation.
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  4. Get it signed / stamped / notarised as required, and keep a copy for your records.

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