Claim 80IAC Startup Tax Deduction
Maximize your startup's tax savings with 100% profit deduction for 3 years. From DPIIT verification to IMB approval — expert handling of Form 10CC filing & compliance.
Overview
Section 80IAC, Income Tax ActSection 80IAC of the Income Tax Act, 1961 provides 100% deduction of profits and gains to eligible startups for 3 consecutive assessment years out of the first 10 years from incorporation. This powerful tax incentive is designed to support innovation-driven startups by reducing their tax burden during critical growth phases. To claim 80IAC, startups must: (1) Be DPIIT-recognized, (2) Be incorporated as Pvt Ltd/LLP between 1-Apr-2016 and 31-Mar-2025, (3) Have turnover ≤ ₹100 crores, and (4) File Form 10CC with Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB). We handle end-to-end 80IAC application including DPIIT verification, Form 10CC preparation & filing, IMB liaison, and ITR filing support to claim the deduction.
DPIIT + 80IAC Bundle
We assist with both DPIIT recognition and 80IAC application for seamless process
IMB Expertise
Experienced in Inter-Ministerial Board procedures, documentation, and query resolution
ITR Integration
Coordinate 80IAC certificate receipt with ITR-3/ITR-5 filing for timely deduction claim
Eligibility Criteria for 80IAC
DPIIT Recognition
Entity must be recognized as a startup by DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade)
Mandatory
Incorporation Date
Company/LLP incorporated on or after 1st April 2016 but before 1st April 2025
Mandatory
Turnover Limit
Annual turnover should not exceed ₹100 crores in any previous year
Mandatory
Business Activity
Should not be formed by splitting/reconstructing existing business; must engage in innovation/R&D
Mandatory
Entity Type
Only Private Limited Company or Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) eligible
Mandatory
Unsure about eligibility? Get free 80IAC eligibility assessment.
Required Documents
DPIIT Recognition Certificate
Valid startup recognition certificate from DPIIT portal
Certificate of Incorporation
COI showing incorporation date between 1-Apr-2016 and 31-Mar-2025
Memorandum of Association
MOA showing business objects aligned with innovation/R&D focus
Audited Financial Statements
Balance Sheet & P&L for previous years (if applicable) to prove turnover ≤ ₹100Cr
Business Plan/Innovation Proof
Details of innovation, R&D activities, scalability, and employment generation
Form 10CC & Supporting Declarations
We prepare Form 10CC, undertaking, and board resolution for IMB submission
Pro tip: Apply for 80IAC soon after DPIIT recognition — early filing avoids last-minute rush before financial year end.
80IAC Application Process
~45-90 daysDPIIT Recognition Verification
3-5 daysConfirm/start DPIIT startup recognition process; gather incorporation & business documents
Form 10CC Submission
5-7 daysPrepare and file Form 10CC with Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB) via DPIIT portal
IMB Review & Recommendation
30-60 daysInter-Ministerial Board reviews application; may seek clarifications or additional documents
Certificate Issuance & ITR Filing
7-14 daysReceive 80IAC eligibility certificate; claim deduction in ITR-3/ITR-5 for relevant assessment years
Why Claim 80IAC Deduction?
Preserve cash flow during critical growth years by eliminating tax liability on profits.
100% Tax Savings
Eliminate corporate tax (25-30%) on profits for 3 consecutive years
Cash Flow Boost
Reinvest saved tax amount into R&D, hiring, product development, or market expansion
Investor Appeal
Tax-efficient structure makes your startup more attractive to VCs and angel investors
Long-Term Planning
Choose which 3 profitable years to claim deduction within 10-year window for maximum benefit
Frequently Asked Questions
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