India's Revised Startup Framework: Key Reforms

India has revised its startup regulatory framework with the aim of supporting innovation and strengthening the startup ecosystem. On 4 February 2026, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (‘DPIIT'), issued Gazette Notification G.S.R. 108(E) (‘New Framework'). This New Framework supersedes the earlier framework issued under G.S.R. 127(E), dated 19 February 2019.

The significant changes under the New Framework include an increase in the turnover threshold for startup recognition. The earlier framework set the maximum limit at INR 100 crore (Indian Rupees One Hundred Crore only), whereas the New Framework raises this threshold to INR 200 crore (Indian Rupees Two Hundred Crore only). This expansion of eligibility criteria allows growth-stage entities to continue accessing startup-linked regulatory and tax benefits for a longer period.