DPIIT recognition and benefits
Begin with the recognition criteria, then check self-certification, intellectual-property support, tax and procurement provisions that apply to your case.
Open official informationSCHEMES AND INCENTIVES
Read enough to identify the correct official route
Create a preliminary discovery profile, then verify every condition and application window with the issuing authority.
Funding and programme information
Review the funding guide, Fund of Funds information, Seed Fund Scheme material and currently open programmes on the official dashboard.
Open official informationPublic procurement guidance
Read the Startup India guide to GeM, CPPP and procurement relaxations. Tender conditions remain decisive.
Open official informationMSME registration
Use the free official Udyam portal to understand enterprise classification and registration. Avoid paid look-alike portals.
Open official informationKnow Your Approvals
Identify central and state approvals by business activity, sector and location before investing in premises or equipment.
Open official informationState startup policies
Compare state policy support and ecosystem information, then verify the current notification with the concerned state department.
Open official informationCentral and State scheme discovery
Search current scheme information by beneficiary, category and state. The concerned department notification controls eligibility and sanction.
Open official informationDiscovery is not eligibility or sanction
Recognition, scheme eligibility and tax treatment are separate decisions. Check the current notification, application window, competent authority and conditions before relying on a benefit.