Startup India Registration
Onboard to the Startup India programme and unlock real benefits — tax exemptions, IPR fast-tracking, self-certification and easier public procurement. We prepare your profile and secure DPIIT recognition.
Starts at
₹2,999
+ GST | government fee is nil for recognition
Timeline
Recognition typically in 1–3 weeks
Documents
Incorporation docs + a short pitch
DPIIT recognition
Tax & IPR benefits
Self-certification
No government fee
Pricing
Get Startup India recognised
There is no government fee for recognition. Our fee covers preparing a strong profile and innovation write-up that maximises your chance of approval.
Recognition
DPIIT recognition
+ GST | no government fee
- Eligibility check
- Profile & innovation write-up
- Application & follow-up
- Recognition certificate
Recognition + Tax
With 80-IAC support
Quoted with tax exemption
- Everything above
- 80-IAC tax-holiday application
- Angel-tax guidance
- IPR fast-track setup
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is Startup India Registration?
Startup India is the government's flagship initiative to support startups. The core of it is DPIIT recognition — an official 'recognised startup' status that unlocks a set of benefits designed to make building easier.
Recognised startups can access an income-tax holiday (under Section 80-IAC, on a separate application), angel-tax exemption, fast-tracked IPR with rebates, self-certification under several labour and environment laws, easier public procurement and a simpler exit.
We check your eligibility, prepare a strong profile and innovation write-up, and secure your DPIIT recognition — then help with the tax-exemption application if you qualify.
Is it for you?
Who needs it — and who doesn't
Recommended if
- Innovative startups (private limited companies, LLPs or registered partnerships)
- Founders who want tax, IPR and compliance benefits
- Startups bidding for government tenders (recognition eases procurement)
- Companies seeking the angel-tax exemption
May not be needed if
- Businesses older than 10 years, or with turnover above ₹200 crore in any financial year since incorporation (₹300 crore and 20 years for a recognised Deep Tech startup)
- Entities formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business
- Non-innovative, purely trading businesses (recognition expects innovation/scalability)
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
Tax holiday (80-IAC)
Eligible startups can claim a three-year income-tax holiday within their first ten years, on a separate approval.
Angel-tax exemption
Recognised startups can be exempt from angel tax on eligible investments.
IPR fast-track & rebates
Faster patent/trademark processing with government-borne facilitator fees and rebates.
Self-certification & easier exit
Self-certify under several labour/environment laws and access a faster wind-down.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- Incorporated as a private limited company, LLP or registered partnership
- Within 10 years of incorporation and turnover not exceeding ₹200 crore in any financial year since incorporation — 20 years and ₹300 crore for a recognised Deep Tech startup (G.S.R. 108(E) dated 4 February 2026)
- Working towards innovation, development or improvement, or a scalable model
- Not formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business
Documents
Documents required
Entity
- Certificate of Incorporation / registration
- PAN of the entity
- Directors'/partners' details
Innovation
- A short description of the product/service and what's innovative
- Website / pitch deck (if available)
- Any awards, patents or traction (optional but helpful)
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Official filing
How the Startup India portal + DPIIT recognition flow works
Recognition is applied for on the Startup India portal, where you create the entity profile and submit the innovation details. DPIIT reviews and grants 'recognised startup' status. The 80-IAC tax holiday is a separate application to the Inter-Ministerial Board.
We prepare and submit a strong application through the official portal. Recognition depends on the entity and innovation meeting the criteria; we maximise the chance but cannot guarantee the outcome.
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feeRecognition; tax-exemption support quoted separately | From ₹2,999 |
| Government feeThere is no fee for DPIIT recognition | Nil |
Recognition itself has no government fee. The income-tax holiday (80-IAC) is a separate application and approval.
Deliverables
What you receive on completion
After this filing
What you need to stay compliant next
Claim your benefits
Recognition is the start. We help you actually claim the tax, IPR and self-certification benefits.
Maintain eligibility
Stay within the age and turnover limits and keep your profile updated.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- A weak or generic innovation write-up that doesn't show what's novel
- Applying when the entity type isn't eligible (e.g. a proprietorship)
- Confusing recognition with the 80-IAC tax holiday (separate approval)
- Not actually claiming the benefits after recognition
Why filings get rejected or delayed
- Innovation not clearly demonstrated
- Entity ineligible (type, age or turnover)
- Formed by reconstruction of an existing business
AI-powered assistance
AI does the heavy lifting. Experts make the call.
AI assists with checks, drafting and explanations only. A qualified professional reviews every defined checkpoint and the final filing before submission. AI does not make consequential compliance decisions on its own.
Unlock your startup benefits
We secure your DPIIT recognition with a strong profile, then help you claim the tax, IPR and compliance benefits.
Compare
Startup India Registration vs DPIIT Recognition
| Factor | Startup India Registration | DPIIT Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Onboarding + recognition + benefit support | The recognition certificate itself |
| Outcome | Recognised, benefit-ready startup | DPIIT 'recognised startup' status |
| Tax holiday | We also help with 80-IAC | Separate IMB application |
Use cases
Built for how real businesses operate
SaaS startup
Need: Tax holiday + IPR rebates
We suggest: DPIIT recognition, then the 80-IAC application.
D2C brand bidding for tenders
Need: Easier public procurement
We suggest: Recognition to unlock procurement relaxations.
Why MyFinancialAdvisory
A more accountable way to stay compliant
Quality & accountability
Reviewed by compliance experts
Every startup india registration engagement is prepared with structured checks and signed off by qualified professionals before anything is filed — speed without sacrificing accuracy.
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Company law & incorporation review
Our incorporation work is prepared with AI-assisted checks and reviewed by qualified professionals experienced in company law, MCA filings and post-incorporation compliance before anything is filed.
Structured document checks
Documents and eligibility follow structured checks before expert review.
Expert-reviewed before filing
A qualified professional signs off every defined checkpoint.
Compliance-safe guidance
Advice mapped to current rules — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
Resources
Related guides & reading
Startup India Registration Guide
Eligibility, the portal and the benefits you unlock.
Read moreDPIIT Recognition: Benefits and Process
Tax holiday, IPR, tenders and how to get recognised.
Read morePrivate Limited Company Registration Process in India
Step-by-step from name to incorporation certificate.
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Compare structures and register with a guided, expert-reviewed workflow.
Service
DPIIT Recognition
Get the recognition certificate that unlocks startup benefits.
Service
Private Limited Company
The funding-ready structure most startups choose.
Service
LLP Registration
Limited liability with lighter compliance for partners.
Service
Post-Incorporation Compliance
INC-20A, auditor, KYC and annual filings after you incorporate.
FAQs
Startup India Registration — frequently asked questions
What is Startup India registration?
It's getting your entity recognised as a startup by DPIIT under the Startup India initiative, which unlocks tax, IPR, self-certification and procurement benefits.
Is there a government fee?
No. DPIIT recognition has no government fee. Our fee covers preparing a strong application; the 80-IAC tax holiday is a separate approval.
Who is eligible?
Under notification G.S.R. 108(E) dated 4 February 2026, which supersedes G.S.R. 127(E) of 2019: a private limited company, a partnership firm registered under section 59 of the Partnership Act, an LLP, or a multi-state or state-registered cooperative society — within 10 years of incorporation, with turnover not exceeding ₹200 crore in any financial year since incorporation, working on innovation or a scalable model, and not formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business. A recognised Deep Tech startup gets 20 years and a ₹300 crore ceiling.
What benefits do I get?
A potential income-tax holiday (80-IAC), angel-tax exemption, fast-tracked IPR with rebates, self-certification under several laws, easier public procurement and a faster exit.
Is the tax holiday automatic with recognition?
No. The 80-IAC three-year tax holiday is a separate application to the Inter-Ministerial Board, available to eligible recognised startups.
Can a proprietorship get recognition?
No. Only a private limited company, LLP or registered partnership is eligible. We can help you incorporate first if needed.
How long does recognition take?
Typically 1–3 weeks after a complete application, depending on DPIIT processing and any queries.
What makes an application strong?
A clear, specific innovation write-up showing what's novel or scalable, backed by your product, traction or IP. Generic descriptions are the main reason for rejection.
Does recognition expire?
Recognition is tied to eligibility — staying within the age and turnover limits. Benefits like the tax holiday have their own conditions.
Can you guarantee recognition?
No. It depends on meeting the criteria, especially the innovation test. We prepare the strongest possible application.
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