DPIIT Startup Recognition

Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

No fee; non-cash gateway benefit

Funding available

Free registration with DPIIT via the National Single Window System. Recognition is the gateway to most startup benefits: 80-IAC tax holiday, IPR rebates, easier public procurement, SISFS, CGSS and others.

Eligibility Criteria

Private limited company, LLP, partnership firm or co-operative society with turnover under Rs 200 crore (Rs 300 crore for deep tech), up to 10 years from incorporation (20 for deep tech), working on innovation; not formed by splitting an existing business.

What You Get

Eligibility for tax, IPR, procurement and funding schemes
Self-certification under labour and environment laws

Similar Schemes

FoF 2.0

Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

Corpus Rs 10,000 crore, routed through AIFs

CGSS

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups

Guarantee cover up to Rs 20 crore per borrower (85% of default for loans up to Rs 10 crore, 75% above)

80-IAC

Section 80-IAC Income Tax Holiday for Startups

100% deduction on business profits for 3 consecutive financial years

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Ministry / Dept: DPIIT
Level: Central Government
Status: Ongoing