Benefits of DPIIT-Recognized Startups under Startup India

Financial & Taxation Benefits (DPIIT Startup Recognition)

Ease of Doing Business, Regulatory Flexibility & Branding Benefits

Financial & Taxation Benefits (DPIIT Startup Recognition)

1. Tax Benefits & Exemptions

100% Tax Exemption (Section 80-IAC) for 3 consecutive years out of 10, on profits for eligible startups.
Angel Tax Exemption (Section 56) — Startups with DPIIT recognition are exempt from tax on share premiums (Angel, Seed, VC investments).
Carry Forward of Losses (Section 79) even if there is a change in shareho

1. Tax Benefits & Exemptions

100% Tax Exemption (Section 80-IAC) for 3 consecutive years out of 10, on profits for eligible startups.
Angel Tax Exemption (Section 56) — Startups with DPIIT recognition are exempt from tax on share premiums (Angel, Seed, VC investments).
Carry Forward of Losses (Section 79) even if there is a change in shareholding >51%, if original shareholders remain.

2. Funding & Credit Support

Priority access to Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) up to ₹70 lakh.
Access to Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) — ₹10,000 crore corpus managed through SIDBI.
Eligible for loans under CGTMSE credit guarantee for collateral-free finance up to ₹10 crore.

3. Faster Compliance & Reduced Costs

Self-certification for 6 labour laws & 3 environment laws for 5 years.
Reduced regulatory burden & quicker approvals.

Business Growth, Market Access & Innovation Benefits

Ease of Doing Business, Regulatory Flexibility & Branding Benefits

Financial & Taxation Benefits (DPIIT Startup Recognition)

1. Government Marketplace (GeM) Benefits

DPIIT-recognized startups can sell directly to Government departments without prior experience.
Exemption from turnover criteria, prior experience, and EMD (Earnest Money Deposit).

2. Intellectual Property (IPR) Benefits

80% rebate on Patent filing fees for startups.
50% rebate on Trademark filing fee

1. Government Marketplace (GeM) Benefits

DPIIT-recognized startups can sell directly to Government departments without prior experience.
Exemption from turnover criteria, prior experience, and EMD (Earnest Money Deposit).

2. Intellectual Property (IPR) Benefits

80% rebate on Patent filing fees for startups.
50% rebate on Trademark filing fees.
Fast-track examination of patents & trademarks.
Support of panel patent agents under the Startup India IPR Program.

3. Innovation Support

Entry to Startup India MAARG Mentorship Platform — curated mentors, sector experts.
Priority access to incubation centers, CoEs, and R&D labs across India.
Eligibility for global accelerator programs, government challenges & hackathons.

Ease of Doing Business, Regulatory Flexibility & Branding Benefits

Ease of Doing Business, Regulatory Flexibility & Branding Benefits

Ease of Doing Business, Regulatory Flexibility & Branding Benefits

1. Easy Company Setup & Compliance

Single-window Startup India portal for registration, certifications, funding & benefits.
Faster processing for DIN, GSTIN, PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC, etc.
Relaxations under various Acts for operational flexibility.

2. Regulatory & Public Procurement Benefits

Priority consideration in Government tenders.
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1. Easy Company Setup & Compliance

Single-window Startup India portal for registration, certifications, funding & benefits.
Faster processing for DIN, GSTIN, PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC, etc.
Relaxations under various Acts for operational flexibility.

2. Regulatory & Public Procurement Benefits

Priority consideration in Government tenders.
Simplified norms for public procurement, quality certifications & vendor qualification.
Faster exit under Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code — exit resolution within 90 days.

3. National & Global Branding Advantages

Recognition as a DPIIT-certified Startup enhances credibility with investors, banks & customers.
Eligibility to participate in national startup events, summits, expos & investor showcases.
Visibility on the Startup India portal, boosting outreach & partnerships.

Benefits to the STARTUPs under WIFI FOUNDATION INCUBATION

SUCCESSFUL: Foundational Success Benefits (0 → 1 Stage)

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

1. Structured Launch Support

Step-by-step guidance from idea validation to business formation.
Support in company incorporation, GST, licences, branding & compliance.
Strong focus on building the entrepreneurial mindset, not just the startup.

2. Access to Business Expertise & Mentoring

Domain experts, industry mentors, financial advisors & l

1. Structured Launch Support

Step-by-step guidance from idea validation to business formation.
Support in company incorporation, GST, licences, branding & compliance.
Strong focus on building the entrepreneurial mindset, not just the startup.

2. Access to Business Expertise & Mentoring

Domain experts, industry mentors, financial advisors & legal/IP teams.
Continuous handholding for strategy, market fit, pricing & positioning.
Personalised weekly reviews to track progress and ensure execution discipline.

3. Risk-Free Start for Founders (WIFI Foundation Model)

80%–100% funding of launch expenses (as applicable).
Foundation bears initial losses; founders share profits only if profitable.
Zero upfront consultancy, easing early financial pressure.

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

1. Strong Financial Stability & Support

Access to government schemes, subsidies, collateral-free loans & grants.
Guidance on revenue models, cost optimisation & break-even strategies.
Financial planning, budgeting, bookkeeping & compliance support.

2. Market Access, Branding & Sales Enablement

Support for digital marketing, social media, web

1. Strong Financial Stability & Support

Access to government schemes, subsidies, collateral-free loans & grants.
Guidance on revenue models, cost optimisation & break-even strategies.
Financial planning, budgeting, bookkeeping & compliance support.

2. Market Access, Branding & Sales Enablement

Support for digital marketing, social media, website, and brand identity.
Pan-India exposure through startup exhibitions, hackathons, summits & pitch events
Lead generation, customer acquisition strategies & real business linkages.

3. Ecosystem Collaboration for Long-Term Stability

Part of multi-city WEB Launchpad Clusters for cross-collaboration and shared resources.
B2B/B2C connections, channel partners & supply chain access.
Shared networks improve opportunity flow & reduce business risk.

SCALABLE: Scalability Benefits (Expansion and Growth)

SUSTAINABLE: Sustainability Benefits (1 → N Growth Stage)

SCALABLE: Scalability Benefits (Expansion and Growth)

1. Access to Investors & Funding Pathways

Angel investors, seed funds, VC introductions & government-backed accelerators.
Pitch deck creation, financial modeling, valuation support & deal negotiation.
Higher investor confidence due to incubation credibility.

2. Technology, Innovation & IP Advantages

Access to experts in AI, IoT, Blockchain,

1. Access to Investors & Funding Pathways

Angel investors, seed funds, VC introductions & government-backed accelerators.
Pitch deck creation, financial modeling, valuation support & deal negotiation.
Higher investor confidence due to incubation credibility.

2. Technology, Innovation & IP Advantages

Access to experts in AI, IoT, Blockchain, Automation, SaaS, D2C, Manufacturing etc.
Patent, Trademark, Design filing support with subsidized costs.
Help in implementing scalable digital systems, automation & tech integration.

3. Building a Scalable Business Model

Strategy for multi-city / multi-product scale-up.
Support in franchising, licensing, corporate partnerships & export readiness.
Long-term mentorship to transform founders into CEO-ready leaders.