DPIIT Recognition
Under the Startup India initiative, eligible companies can get recognised as Startups by DPIIT, in order to access a host of tax benefits, easier
compliance, IPR fast-tracking and more. Learn more about eligibility and benefits below.
Check Your Eligibility
A startup must meet certain criteria to be considered eligible for DPIIT Recognition.
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Get Recognised
Click here to know more about the recognition process and apply as a Startup.
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Notifications
Stay on top of Recognition and Tax Exemption updates.
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Validate Certificate
Click here to verify your Recognition/Tax Exemption certificates.
Verify your DPIIT CertificationKey Initiatives
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) through the Startup India initiative has executed various projects and
undertaken recurring models to propel the Indian Startup Ecosystem.
BHASKAR
Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry, BHASKAR, is envisioned as a one-stop digital platform where diverse startup ecosystem stakeholders can seamlessly connect and collaborate, catalysing the growth and success of the startup ecosystem across India. By providing a comprehensive platform for connection, knowledge sharing, and searchability, BHASKAR aspires to empower entrepreneurs and ecosystem stakeholders at every stage of their journey, driving forward a culture of innovation that propels India to the forefront of global entrepreneurship.
Know MoreSchemes and Policies
An insight into the schemes and policies landscape of the Indian Startup Ecosystem, including steps taken by Startup India to ease the
regulatory burden.
Notifications
Stay on top of all policy and regulatory updates that are important for your next startup move.
Know moreCentral Government Schemes
An aggregation of all Startup focused schemes and policies by the Central Government of India.
Know moreKnow Your State/UT
Know about the States’ and UTs’ startup policies for Indian startups.
Know moreFunding
Explore the Funding landscape with Startup India and tap into some of the models most relevant for your startup to grow.
Seed Fund Scheme
Financial assistance to startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialisation.
Know moreStartup India Investor Connect
Startup India Investor Connect is a platform that connects startups with investors to facilitate investment opportunities.
Know moreFund of Funds
A corpus for contribution to various AIFs registered with SEBI for funding of startups. Click to know more.
Know moreStartup Toolkits and Facilities
A plethora of resources and information guides for you to propel in your entrepreneurial journey, based on your current stage. For some of these
resources, you may be asked to register on the Startup India portal.
IDEATION
Where the entrepreneur has an interesting idea and is working on bringing it to life.
