DPIIT Recognition & Startup India

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DPIIT Recognition & Startup India

DPIIT Startup India recognition to unlock income tax exemption, angel tax exemption, self-certification benefits, and the full suite of Startup India advantages.

What is DPIIT Recognition & Startup India?

DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognition under the Startup India scheme is one of the most valuable regulatory benefits available to Indian startups — and one of the most underutilised. The benefits are substantial: 3-year income tax exemption, angel tax exemption, self-certification under 9 laws, fast-track patent examination, and access to government procurement.

AccentTax Consulting handles the entire DPIIT recognition process — from eligibility assessment and application preparation to post-recognition compliance and benefit claims. We ensure your startup is correctly recognised and that you are actually claiming all the benefits you are entitled to.

At a Glance

Who is this for

Startups incorporated as Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership Firm for less than 10 years with turnover below ₹100 crore in any financial year

Governed by

DPIIT Startup India Notification (G.S.R. 127(E)) | Income Tax Act, 1961 (Section 80-IAC, Section 56(2)(viib)) | Companies Act, 2013

Estimated timeline

DPIIT recognition: 2–3 weeks | Section 80-IAC exemption: 4–8 weeks (DPIIT Board approval required)

Our fee

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Why Choose This Service?

Key advantages of engaging AccentTax Consulting for DPIIT Recognition & Startup India.

3-Year Tax Exemption

Section 80-IAC exemption on profits for any 3 consecutive years out of the first 10 years — significant tax saving as the startup becomes profitable.

Angel Tax Exemption

Shares issued to resident investors at a premium are not taxed as income — removing a major barrier to angel and seed fundraising.

Self-Certification

Self-certify compliance under 9 labour and environmental laws for 3–5 years — reducing compliance burden in the early years.

IP & Procurement Benefits

Fast-track patent examination at 80% reduced fees, trademark examination in 30 days, and access to government tenders without prior experience.

How It Works — Our Process

Simple, transparent, and fully managed by our team.

1

Eligibility Assessment

We confirm your startup meets all DPIIT eligibility criteria — incorporation date, turnover, innovation requirement, and entity type.

2

Application Preparation

DPIIT recognition application prepared on the Startup India portal — business description, innovation details, and supporting documents.

3

DPIIT Recognition

Recognition certificate obtained from DPIIT — typically within 2–3 weeks of application.

4

Section 80-IAC Application

For income tax exemption, a separate application is filed with the Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB) — requiring detailed business plan and financials.

5

Benefit Activation

All Startup India benefits activated — angel tax exemption, self-certification, IP benefits, and government procurement access.

We handle everything — you just provide documents.

Documents Required

Certificate of Incorporation
PAN of the company
Details of founders and directors
Brief description of the innovative product/service/process
Website URL or product demo (if available)
Financial statements (if the startup has been operating for more than 1 year)
Patent or IP details (if any)

Don't have all documents ready? Contact us — we'll guide you step by step.

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Estimated Timeline

DPIIT recognition: 2–3 weeks | Section 80-IAC (IMB approval): 4–8 weeks | Angel tax exemption: immediate post-recognition

DPIIT recognition is valid until the startup ceases to be eligible — no renewal required. Section 80-IAC exemption requires separate IMB approval and is available for 3 consecutive years.

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All fees exclude 18% GST. Transparent pricing, no hidden charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility criteria for DPIIT recognition?
What is the difference between DPIIT recognition and Section 80-IAC exemption?
Does DPIIT recognition eliminate angel tax completely?
What self-certification benefits does DPIIT recognition provide?
Can a startup that has already raised funding apply for DPIIT recognition?

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