Startup Grants & Funding for DPIIT-Recognized Startups

DPIIT recognition under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade unlocks the full Startup India benefit stack. Recognised startups access the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (₹20 Lakhs grant + ₹50 Lakhs convertible debt), three-year income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC, self-certification under nine labour and three environment laws, 80% rebate on patent fees, GeM procurement preference, and the SIDBI Fund of Funds for Startups (₹10,000 Crore corpus). Eligibility requires Indian incorporation as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or registered Partnership, less than 10 years old, with turnover under ₹100 Crore.