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Startup India Registration

Apply for DPIIT Recognition under Startup India. Free on startupindia.gov.in. Get 3-year tax holiday (s.80-IAC), 80% patent fee rebate, easier procurement.

Statutory basis: Startup India Action Plan dated 16 January 2016 (PMO release). Income-Tax Act, 1961 — **Section 80-IAC** (tax holiday for eligible startups — 100% deduction of profits for any 3 consecutive years out of first 10 years, inserted by Finance Act 2017, effective AY 2018-19, later extended by Finance Act 2021 from 7 to 10 years).
Turnaround
7–14 Days
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Starts from
₹1,499
Money-back accuracy
Guaranteed
Total starting from
₹1,499
Professional fee (no government fee)
Professional fee₹1,499 starts with
Government fee (est.)No fee
Turnaround7–14 Days
Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.
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CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

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CA-led, named point of contact

Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

Money-back accuracy

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Flat-fee pricing

No hidden charges, ever

About this service

Startup India Registration is a key regulatory filing administered by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Tax benefits (Section 80-IAC) are granted separately by the CBDT after Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB) certification — for which DPIIT recognition is a pre-condition.. Filing is executed via (a) **Startup Recognition Form** — online form on the Startup India portal (no paper form). (b) For tax benefit under Section 80-IAC: Form **80-IAC** filed with CBDT (only after DPIIT Recognition). (c) For Section 56(2)(vi)(b) exemption (applicable till AY 2024-25 only — abolished thereafter): **Form 2-CBD** notified under Rule 12AAB of Income-Tax Rules, 1962. under Startup India Action Plan dated 16 January 2016 (PMO release). Income-Tax Act, 1961 — **Section 80-IAC** (tax holiday for eligible startups — 100% deduction of profits for any 3 consecutive years out of first 10 years, inserted by Finance Act 2017, effective AY 2018-19, later extended by Finance Act 2021 from 7 to 10 years); **Section 56(2)(vi)(b)** (angel tax — premium on shares above fair market value treated as income; exemption granted to DPIIT-recognised startups subject to aggregate paid-up + share-premium cap of ₹25 crore post Finance Act 2021; **fully abolished** by Finance (No.2) Act 2024 effective AY 2025-26 — angel tax no longer applies to any startup, recognised or not, from AY 2025-26). DPIIT Recognition Notification dated 17 February 2016 (Inter-Ministerial Board setup). G.S.R. Notification 127(E) dated 19 February 2019 — broadened definition.. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum
  • Valid identity & address proof of applicant
  • Active PAN & registered business premises
  • Authorized representative authorization
Maximum
  • Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
  • No pending statutory disqualifications
  • Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
Statutory floor
  • Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
  • Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
  • Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Investor-Centric AOA Drafting
If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.
Complex Multi-Founder Structuring
Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.
Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine
Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.
Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory
Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.
ESOP Implementation Framework
Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.
Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit
Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.
Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee ComponentAmount (₹)Basis / Authority
DPIIT Recognition applicationNil (no government fee).
Section 80-IAC tax benefit (Form 80-IAC) filingNil.
Section 56(2)(vi)(b) exemption (Form 2-CBD) filingNil — though the requirement itself is abolished from AY 2025-26 by Finance (No.2) Act 2024.
Total Government FeeNo fee(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

  • ›**Certificate of Incorporation / Registration** (COI for company; LLP Certificate for LLP; Partnership Registration Certificate for partnership) — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**PAN** of the entity — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Pitch deck** — description of the innovation, problem being solved, uniqueness of the solution, target market, technology / IP involved. Mandatory — minimum 7-10 slides — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Business plan / write-up** on the innovative nature of the product / service (1-2 pages) — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Details of directors / partners** with DIN / DPIN, mobile, email — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Aadhaar** of authorised signatory for e-Sign — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Self-certification** that the entity is working towards innovation — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›**Optional but strongly recommended**: Patent / Trademark / Copyright registration certificate (Indian or international) — strengthens the innovation claim. Letter — Identity and statutory verification
  • ›of support / funding from incubator / angel / VC. Letter from incubator recognised by GoI — Identity and statutory verification

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

  1. 1
    Customer⏱ 1-2 Days

    Verify entity type — must be Pvt Ltd / LLP / Reg...

    Verify entity type — must be Pvt Ltd / LLP / Registered Partnership; if not, convert first.
  2. 2
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Confirm date of incorporation ≤10 years and turn...

    Confirm date of incorporation ≤10 years and turnover ≤₹100 crore in any preceding FY.
  3. 3
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Create startup profile on https://www.startupind...

    Create startup profile on https://www.startupindia.gov.in → "Recognise Your Startup".
  4. 4
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Generate OTP via mobile / email; complete entity...

    Generate OTP via mobile / email; complete entity registration with PAN, CIN / LLPIN, address, authorised signatory.
  5. 5
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Fill Recognition Application — entity details, i...

    Fill Recognition Application — entity details, innovation description (200-500 words), sector, target market, IP details (if any), funding details (if any).
  6. 6
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Upload pitch deck (≤10 MB PDF), COI/Registration...

    Upload pitch deck (≤10 MB PDF), COI/Registration Certificate, PAN.
  7. 7
    Customer⏱ 1-2 Days

    Affix Aadhaar e-Sign / DSC on the application; s...

    Affix Aadhaar e-Sign / DSC on the application; submit.
  8. 8
    I-Pro⏱ typically 7-15 working days

    Application scrutinised by DPIIT (typically 7-15...

    Application scrutinised by DPIIT (typically 7-15 working days). Recognition Certificate issued in PDF format with a unique Recognition Number — auto-emailed.
  9. 9
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    (for tax benefit): File **Form 80-IAC** with CBDT ...

    (for tax benefit): File **Form 80-IAC** with CBDT for Section 80-IAC tax holiday — additional scrutiny by Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB); typically takes 30-60 days.
  10. 10
    I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days

    Brief customer on post-recognition benefits — 80...

    Brief customer on post-recognition benefits — 80% rebate on patent fees, self-certification under labour laws, easier public procurement (GeM exemption from EMD / turnover criteria), Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS), Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS).

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