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{“@context”:”https://schema.org”,”@type”:”FAQPage”,”mainEntity”:[{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What is the definition of a startup in India?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”According to the DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) notification dated 19 February 2019, a Startup is an entity incorporated or registered in India: not older than 10 years from the date of its incorporation, with annual turnover not exceeding ₹100 crore in any previous financial year, and working towards innovation, development, or improvement of products, processes or services.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”Which business structures qualify as startups?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”The following entities can be recognised as startups by DPIIT: Private Limited Companies (under Companies Act 2013), Registered Partnership Firms (under Indian Partnership Act 1932), and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs). Sole proprietorships cannot be recognised as startups.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What is the tax holiday for DPIIT-recognised startups?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Under Section 80-IAC of the Income Tax Act, a DPIIT-recognised startup can claim a 100% deduction on profits for 3 out of 10 years from the date of incorporation. The startup must be incorporated between 1 April 2016 and 31 March 2025 (as per current law) to qualify. The deduction can be claimed in any 3 financial years, making it a flexible tax planning tool.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What is angel tax and are startups exempt?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Angel tax (Section 56(2)(viib) of the Income Tax Act) applies when a company receives share investment at a price higher than the fair market value — the excess is treated as income from other sources. DPIIT-recognised startups are exempt from angel tax on investments from Angel Funds, Venture Capital Funds, AIFs registered with SEBI, and listed companies with a net worth above ₹100 crore — provided the total investment does not exceed ₹25 crore.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”How do I get DPIIT startup recognition?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Apply through the Startup India portal (startupindia.gov.in). The process is entirely online: create an account, provide company details and incorporation documents, describe the innovative aspect of the business, and submit. DPIIT typically approves recognition within 3–7 working days. Recognition is free of cost.”}}]}

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