The Power of DPIIT Recognition
Being recognized as a "Startup" by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is the gateway to almost every government grant, tax exemption, and simplified compliance regime in India.
What You Need Before Starting
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
- Brief pitch deck (PDF format)
- Link to your website or app
- Details of the directors/partners
The Application Process
The process is entirely online via the Startup India portal. However, the exact wording of your "Innovation & Scalability" section determines whether you get approved in 48 hours or get stuck in a review loop.
BSL's "Copy-Paste" Templates
If you are a Seed Edition member, you have access to our pre-vetted DPIIT application templates. Simply copy our phrasing for the innovation section, adapt it to your product, and submit. We have a 99% first-time approval rate using these templates.