Complete Startup Package

Startup India is a program that was initiated by the Government of India in 2016 that recognizes and considers the new organization as a startup.

On obtaining startup India certificate, the startups can avail various assistance in applying for intellectual property rights e.g. Trademark registration, patent and copyright registration. Recognized startups can avail following reliefs in IPR: Fast-track startup patent applications with 80% government fees rebate.

What is the Startup India Initiative?

Startup India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to catalyse startup culture and build a strong and inclusive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship in India. Launched on 16th January 2016, the Startup India Initiative has rolled out several programs with the objective of supporting entrepreneurs, building a robust startup ecosystem and transforming India into a country of job creators instead of job seekers. These programs are managed by a dedicated Startup India Team, which reports to the Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion (DPIIT).

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR STARTUP INDIA CERTIFICATE

To be eligible under this scheme, a start-up must be incorporated as a Private Limited Company under Indian Companies Act, 2013, a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) under Indian Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 or a partnership firm under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932.

WHO IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR STARTUP INDIA RECOGNITION?

• Sole Proprietorship
• Firm constitute by the notary partnership deed
• Once annual turnover exceeds INR 100 crores
• The company is older than 10 years.