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Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition

Unlock tax, IPR and tender benefits for your startup. KNAP Advisory checks your eligibility, prepares a strong application and secures your DPIIT recognition.

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Overview

What is DPIIT recognition?

DPIIT recognition is granted under the Government’s Startup India initiative by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade. It officially recognises your business as a startup and opens the door to a range of benefits designed to help young, innovative companies grow.

A strong, well-articulated application is key — the description of your innovation, business model and scalability matters. KNAP Advisory presents your startup in the best light and manages the entire process.

Benefits

What recognition unlocks

Tax Benefit Eligibility

Become eligible to apply for the Section 80-IAC income-tax holiday.

Self-Certification

Self-certify compliance under certain labour and environment laws.

Faster IPR

Fast-tracked patents and trademarks with fee rebates.

Easier Tenders

Relaxed criteria for public procurement and government tenders.

Funding Access

Eligibility for government funds and startup schemes.

Credibility

Official recognition that builds trust with investors and partners.

Eligibility & Documents

What you’ll need

Eligibility

  • Private limited company, LLP or registered partnership
  • Within ten years of incorporation
  • Annual turnover under the prescribed limit
  • Working on innovation, improvement or scalability

Documents

  • Certificate of incorporation / registration
  • PAN of the entity
  • Brief on the product / service and innovation
  • Website, pitch deck or supporting material (if any)
Process

How KNAP handles it

1

Eligibility Check

We confirm you meet the criteria and identify the strongest angle.

2

Profile & Write-up

We craft a compelling description of your innovation and scalability.

3

Application Filing

We register and file your application on the Startup India portal.

4

Recognition Certificate

You receive your DPIIT recognition certificate.

Why KNAP Advisory

A partner beyond the certificate

Strong Applications

We position your innovation to maximise approval chances.

Benefit Guidance

We help you actually use the tax, IPR and tender benefits.

80-IAC Support

We assist with the follow-on tax-exemption application.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is DPIIT recognition? +

Official recognition under Startup India that unlocks tax, IPR and other benefits for eligible startups.

Who is eligible? +

A company, LLP or registered partnership within ten years of incorporation, under the turnover limit, working on innovation or scalability.

What benefits does it offer? +

Tax-exemption eligibility, self-certification, faster IPR with rebates, and easier access to tenders and schemes.

Is tax exemption automatic? +

No. Recognition makes you eligible; the 80-IAC tax holiday needs separate approval from the Inter-Ministerial Board.

How long does it take? +

Once the application and documents are complete, it is typically processed within a few working days, subject to review.

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