Module 01: Strategy

The Funding Gamut.

Non-Dilutive Capital

Grants & Subsidies

Reimbursement-based funds from Central/State govts. High documentation intensity, but you retain 100% ownership.

No Repayment
DPR Intensive
Dilutive Capital

Equity (VC/Angel)

Capital in exchange for ownership shares. Provides mentorship and rapid scale, but introduces board-level governance.

Scale Network
Share Dilution
Module 02: Structure

Business Taxonomy.

Pvt. Ltd.

The standard vehicle for VC funding and international scalability.

Limited Liability

High Annual Compliance

LLP

Hybrid structure for services. Low cost, but no equity rounds.

Tax Efficient

Hard to Raise Capital

Partnership

Quickest setup for local trade. No legal distinction from owners.

Zero Formalities

Unlimited Liability

Module 03: Readiness

The Document Vault.

Identity & Entity

  • KYC: Aadhaar, PAN, Passport
  • Entity: COI, GST, Udyam
  • Legal: Board Resolution

Audit & Assets

  • Tax: 3-Year Audited ITRs
  • DPR: Detailed Project Report
  • Machinery: Quotations

Scheme Verticals

Startup: DPIIT & Pitch Deck

NGO: Darpan ID, 12A/80G

Research: Endorsement Letters

Module 04: Compliance

Statutory Roadmap.

30 Days

ADT-1 Auditor

Mandatory appointment of first auditor.

180 Days

INC-20A

Commencement of Business filing.

Strategic

DPIIT

Startup India recognition portal.

Employee

POSH / EPF

Safety & Labour law certifications.

RegistrationTimeline / Critical Threshold
INC-20A CommencementWithin 180 Days of Incorporation
ADT-1 Auditor AppointmentWithin 30 Days of Incorporation
GST RegistrationUpon crossing 20L/40L Turnover
POSH CommitteeUpon reaching 10+ Employees
Module 05: Execution

The Funding Engine.

01. Identification

Matching your entity with Sector-Specific Grants or State Seed Funds.

Est: 7 Days

02. Application

Developing the technical core: the Detailed Project Report (DPR).

Est: 21 Days

03. Disbursement

Technical Review & Expert Committee (EC) presentation.

Est: 60+ Days