startup india registration

The Startup India Registration is the process of registering a startup with the Government of India under the Startup India Scheme. The scheme was formulated by the Indian Government to promote and support the growth of startups in India. The scheme also aims at providing easier access to capital, incubation, mentoring as well as networks. If you are about to register your startup under this scheme, then this is for you!

Startup India Registration Benefits
There are several reasons why you should register your startup under Startup India Scheme. Some of them are:
•    To avail the benefits and subsidies offered by the government to startups
•    To get funds easily from banks and other financial institutions
•    To get access to a wide network of mentors, incubators and accelerators
•    To get assistance in marketing and branding of your startup
•    To earn a separate identity and credibility among the investors in India
•    To get intellectual property protection like trademark and patent protection on priority and lower costs
•    To be able to bid on government tenders
•    To get faster exit root
 

To be eligible for the Startup India registration, your startup must fulfil the following conditions:

• Your startup should be registered as a private limited company, partnership firm, or limited liability partnership in India
• Your startup should be less than ten years old from the date of incorporation/registration
• Your startup should have a maximum annual turnover of not more than ?100 crores in any of the previous financial years
• Innovation or improvement of existing product, service, and process should be the core working activity of the entity. And it should have the potential to generate employment/ create wealth.
• Entities formed by reconstruction or splitting up of an existing business shall not be considered as a startup.

The following documents are required for Startup India Registration:

• Certificate of Incorporation or registration certificate of the entity
• Proof of Address
• PAN Card
• Director's/Partners' ID Proof and the other details
• Company's Bank Account Details and other details
• Memorandum of Association (in case of company)
• Resolution for startup company registration under Startup India Scheme (in the case of existing companies)
• Information regarding the product and revenue model
• Website or pitch deck

The startup registration process is straightforward and can be done online.

Step 1: Create a Profile on Startup Website

The first thing you need to do is to create a profile for your startup on the Startup India website. You can do so by opening the website and filling up the form with your business details. Make sure you choose the type of user as 'a startup'

Once your profile is created you will have access to multiple programs and benefits available under the scheme. There are many useful resources that become handy here.

Step 2: Apply for DPIIT Recognition

After creating a profile, you can apply for Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) recognition by clicking on "Get Recognised" button on the website and fill up the "Startup Recognition Form". On completion of DPIIT recognition, you get the following benefits:

• Public procurement norm relaxation
• Tax exemption for 3 consecutive years
• Great resources and services on intellectual property
• Certification under environment and labour laws
• Access to Fund of funds
• Tax exemption on investment above fair market value and more

Step 3: Submit the Required Documents

Along with the application, submit the required documents. Make sure that the documents are valid and are scanned clearly to avoid rejection of or delay in registration.

Step 4: Get Recognised

After submitting the form, you need to wait for approval. This usually happens within two days. Meanwhile, a recognition number will be received to check the status of application.

The last step in Startup India online registration is receipt of Certificate of Recognition. It can be downloaded from Startup India portal.

Penalty for Fraud

Penalty for uploading forged, manipulated or wrong documents or not uploading required documents is 50% of paid-up capital with a minimum limit of Rs. 25,000.