# DPIIT Recognition under Startup India Initiative (DPIIT Startup Recognition)

Recognises an entity as a 'startup' for up to 10 years from incorporation if it's working towards innovation/improvement of products/services and has annual turnover under Rs 100 crore. Unlocks several incentives — 80-IAC, angel-tax exemption u/s 56(2)(viib), self-certification on labour/environment laws, IP fast-tracking.

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## Definition

Recognises an entity as a 'startup' for up to 10 years from incorporation if it's working towards innovation/improvement of products/services and has annual turnover under Rs 100 crore. Unlocks several incentives — 80-IAC, angel-tax exemption u/s 56(2)(viib), self-certification on labour/environment laws, IP fast-tracking.

Source: DPIIT Notification G.S.R. 127(E) dated 19.02.2019, Para 1 (Definition of startup) (https://www.startupindia.gov.in/)

## Benefit

- Type: recognition benefit
- What you get: Self-certification, IP rebates (80% patent fee rebate), fast-tracking, fund-of-funds eligibility, and pre-requisite for several other benefits.
- Administered by: DPIIT / Startup India
- Apply: https://www.startupindia.gov.in/

## Eligibility conditions

Entity must be < 10 years old, < Rs 100 cr turnover. Splitting up/reconstruction excluded. PAN-based application.

- `sectors=any`
- `states=any`
- `msme=any`

## Citations

- DPIIT Notification G.S.R. 127(E) dated 19.02.2019, Para 1 (Definition of startup): https://www.startupindia.gov.in/

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