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Startup India Registration & DPIIT Recognition
Unlock 3-year income tax exemption, angel tax protection, fast-track patents, and government scheme access — DPIIT recognition for your startup, handled end-to-end.
India’s Startup India programme is one of the most comprehensive startup support ecosystems in the world — offering significant tax benefits, regulatory relaxations, and government scheme access to eligible startups. But most startups miss out on these benefits simply because they are not aware of the eligibility criteria or the correct registration process.
AAA Global LLP handles the complete DPIIT recognition process — from eligibility assessment and document preparation to application filing and downstream benefit claims including Section 80IAC tax exemption and angel tax exemption.
What is DPIIT Recognition?
DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognition is the official government certification that classifies your business as a ‘Startup’ under the Startup India initiative. It is issued through the Startup India portal and is a prerequisite for accessing all startup-specific benefits.
Key Benefits of DPIIT Recognition
3-year income tax holiday (Section 80IAC) 100% deduction on profits for 3 consecutive years out of the first 10 years — effectively zero income tax for 3 years. Requires separate IMB approval.
Angel tax exemption (Section 56) DPIIT-recognized startups are exempt from the angel tax on equity shares issued at a premium to investors — critical for fundraising rounds.
Self-certification under labour laws Self-certify compliance under 6 labour laws for 3–5 years — significantly reducing inspection burden.
80% rebate on patent fees Fast-track examination and 80% reduction in patent filing fees — saving lakhs for IP-heavy startups.
Government tender access Exempt from prior experience and turnover requirements in government tenders — opening significant B2G opportunities.
Easy winding up Closure within 90 days under IBC — compared to years for regular companies.
Eligibility Criteria
- Entity type — Private Limited Company, LLP, or Registered Partnership Firm only
- Age — Not more than 10 years from date of incorporation
- Annual turnover — Less than Rs. 100 crore in any financial year since incorporation
- Nature of business — Working towards innovation, improvement, or scalable business model — not a simple split or reconstruction of existing business
- Country of incorporation — Must be incorporated in India
Section 80IAC — Tax Holiday Application
DPIIT recognition is just the first step. To claim the 3-year income tax holiday under Section 80IAC, a separate application must be approved by the Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB) — a committee that evaluates whether the startup is genuinely innovative. We prepare a strong 80IAC application that maximizes your approval chances.
Our Process
- Eligibility assessment — we verify your entity type, age, turnover, and business nature against DPIIT criteria
- Document preparation — Certificate of Incorporation, PAN, pitch deck / business description, financials
- DPIIT application — filed on startupindia.gov.in portal; recognition typically within 2–10 working days
- 80IAC application — prepared and filed with CBDT/IMB for the income tax holiday (3–6 months for approval)
- Angel tax compliance — Form 2 preparation for investor rounds and exemption documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is DPIIT recognition the same as Startup India registration?
Yes — they are the same. The recognition certificate is issued by DPIIT through the Startup India portal. The terms 'Startup India registration' and 'DPIIT recognition' are used interchangeably
02How long does DPIIT recognition take?
DPIIT recognition is typically issued within 2–10 working days of application on the Startup India portal, provided all documents are in order. The 80IAC approval takes 3–6 months.
03 Is DPIIT recognition free?
Yes — the DPIIT recognition application is completely free of cost on the Startup India portal. Our professional fee covers the preparation, filing, and follow-up service.
04 Can a proprietorship or simple partnership get DPIIT recognition?
No — only Private Limited Companies, LLPs, and Registered Partnership Firms are eligible. If you are operating as a proprietorship, we recommend first converting to an eligible structure before applying.
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Contact Info
- +91 90150-53820
- info@aaaglobal.com