Startup India (DPIIT recognition)
In simple words
Startups can apply for DPIIT recognition on the Startup India portal. Recognised startups may get some benefits.
What you may get
May include self-certification for some labour and environmental laws, 80% rebate on patent filing fees, income tax exemption for 3 years out of the first 10, easier winding up, and public procurement relaxations.
Who it is for
Eligible startups registered as a company, partnership firm, LLP or cooperative society.
Main eligibility conditions
- Within 10 years of incorporation (20 years for deeptech).
- Turnover under Rs 200 crore (Rs 300 crore for deeptech).
- Original and innovative business.
Conditions we could not check
- Entity must be a Private Limited Company, Partnership Firm, LLP or Cooperative Society.
- Must be within 10 years of incorporation (20 for deeptech) with turnover under Rs 200 crore (Rs 300 crore for deeptech).
- Must be an original entity with an innovative, scalable model.
Documents you may need
We could not confirm a document list. Check the official source.
How to apply
- Register on the Startup India portal.
- Fill the DPIIT recognition application form.
Detailed application steps could not be confirmed. Open the official source below.
Application fee
We could not confirm an application fee.
Application dates
- Current deadline could not be confirmed. Check the official source.
Official information
Department: Government of India (DPIIT), Startup India
Last checked: 24 September 2026
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Questions and answers
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Who can apply?
Eligible startups registered as a company, partnership firm, LLP or cooperative society.
How much is the benefit?
May include self-certification for some labour and environmental laws, 80% rebate on patent filing fees, income tax exemption for 3 years out of the first 10, easier winding up, and public procurement relaxations.
Which documents are needed?
We could not confirm this from the official information we checked.
How can I apply?
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Is it open now, and what is the last date?
We could not confirm this from the official information we checked.
Can I apply online?
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Is there an application fee?
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Is there an official PDF?
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