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All India · Business / StartupAlso known as: Startup India · Startup India Yojana · स्टार्टअप इंडिया – बीज निधि एवं मान्यता
Recognition, tax benefits and seed funding support for new startups to help them grow.
| Scheme | Startup India – Seed Fund & Recognition |
|---|---|
| For | Business / Startup |
| Where | All India |
| Department | Ministry of Commerce & Industry (DPIIT) |
| How to apply | Online |
| Info checked | 2026-10-21 |
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Indian citizens. For: Self-employed / business owners. Age: 18–60.
Up to ₹50 Lakh seed funding · 3-year income-tax exemption · DPIIT recognition certificate
Company / LLP / Partnership Registration Proof, Founders' Aadhaar & PAN, Business / Innovation Proof, Pitch Deck or Business Plan, Bank Account.
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Official link last checked: 2026-10-21