Startup Advisory
Startup Advisory
Startups are the backbone of India’s economic future, and we at K B A S & Associates understand the critical support they need to grow and thrive. From corporate law and accounting to taxation and compliance, our comprehensive startup advisory services are designed to help founders focus on their core business while we handle the rest.
We assist startups in leveraging government-backed incentives under the Startup India campaign, ensuring a smooth and compliant journey from ideation to scaling.
1. Simplification & Handholding for Statutory Compliances
We help startups navigate legal and regulatory requirements with ease:
- Labour Laws: No inspections for 3 years under applicable provisions.
- Environmental Laws: Self-certification for startups under the 'White Category' with only random checks.
- Intellectual Property (SIPP): Fast-track processing and reduced fees for filing patents, trademarks, and designs.
- Government Procurement: Equal opportunity to compete with established firms for government contracts.
- Fast Track Exit: Simplified closure under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016.
2. Business Funding Support & Incentives
Our team facilitates access to funding, tax relief, and exemptions:
- Fund of Funds: Assistance in obtaining equity support via SIDBI-managed funds.
- Venture Debt & Guarantees: Help in securing credit comfort through SIDBI/NCGTC.
- Tax Exemptions: Support in claiming a 3-year income tax holiday within the first 10 years, upon IMB certification.
- Capital Gains Exemption: Guidance on investments in startups to claim tax exemption on capital gains.
- Angel Tax Relief: Assistance in accepting share subscriptions above fair market value, as permitted for DPIIT-recognized startups.
3. Startup Recognition & Certification
We support the official recognition process to help startups access all eligible benefits:
- DPIIT Registration: Assistance with filing applications for startup recognition under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
- Self-Certification: Guidance on submitting compliance declarations to maintain startup status.
Whether you’re at the idea stage or scaling up, our experienced team provides the strategic, financial, and compliance support your startup needs to succeed in today’s competitive environment.