Founder guides & playbooks.
Practical, India-specific guidance on fundraising, registration, compliance and government schemes — written for builders.
How to Register a Private Limited Company in India (2026 Step-by-Step)
A founder-friendly walkthrough of incorporating a Pvt Ltd in India — SPICe+, DSC, DIN, MOA/AOA, timelines and real costs.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS): The Complete Founder Guide
Everything about SISFS — eligibility, grant vs convertible debenture, how much you can raise, and how to actually…
80-IAC Tax Exemption: How Startups Get 3 Years of Tax-Free Profit
A practical guide to Section 80-IAC — who qualifies, the 100% profit deduction, and how to apply through…
DPIIT Startup Recognition: Why Every Founder Should Get It First
DPIIT recognition is the master key that unlocks tax exemptions, easier compliance, IPR benefits and government schemes. Here…
Angel Tax Explained: Section 56(2)(viib) and How Startups Stay Exempt
What Angel Tax is, why it scared founders for years, and how DPIIT-recognised startups claim exemption on share…
Seed Round Term Sheet: 12 Clauses Indian Founders Must Understand
Liquidation preference, anti-dilution, ESOP pool, pro-rata and more — decoded in plain English for first-time founders.
SAFE vs Convertible Note vs Priced Round: Which Should You Raise?
A clear comparison of the three most common early-stage instruments, with when each makes sense for Indian startups.
GST Registration for Startups: When It Is Mandatory and How to File
Thresholds, voluntary registration, documents needed, and the input tax credit reason most startups register early.
ESOPs in India: How to Design an Employee Stock Option Pool
Pool size, vesting, strike price, exercise windows and tax — a founder-level guide to building ESOPs that actually…