Startups & Tech Companies
From incorporation to Series A and beyond, we handle the regulatory complexity so founders can focus on building. Our team understands the startup lifecycle inside out - angel rounds, convertible notes, ESOP pools, and the compliance that comes with each stage.
Key Compliance Challenges
Angel Tax & Section 56(2)(viib)
Raising capital above fair market value triggers angel tax provisions. Improper valuation reports or share premium documentation can lead to notices under Section 56(2)(viib), creating friction with investors and unnecessary tax liability.
ESOP Structuring & Tax Events
ESOPs create taxable events at exercise and sale. Without proper structuring under the Companies Act and clear communication to employees about TDS obligations, companies face compliance gaps and employee dissatisfaction.
DPIIT Recognition & 80-IAC Exemption
Many startups miss the three-year window for 80-IAC tax exemption or fail to maintain eligibility conditions post-recognition. The documentation and inter-ministerial board application process requires careful handling.
Investor-Ready Books
VCs and institutional investors expect financials that meet IndAS or IGAAP standards with clean audit trails. Messy books, unreconciled accounts, or missing board resolutions can stall due diligence and delay funding rounds.
Our Startup Services
Incorporation & DPIIT Registration
We handle company incorporation (Private Limited or LLP), DPIIT Startup India registration, and 80-IAC application from start to finish. We ensure your entity structure is optimised for future fundraising, including proper authorised share capital and articles of association.
Funding Round Compliance
For every priced round, we prepare CA-certified valuation reports (DCF/NAV), issue share certificates, file PAS-3 with the ROC, update the cap table, and ensure Section 56 compliance. We also handle convertible note documentation and FEMA filings for foreign investors.
ESOP Design & Administration
We draft ESOP schemes compliant with Section 62(1)(b), create vesting schedules, prepare board and shareholder resolutions, handle exercise-stage TDS calculations, and maintain the ESOP register. We also advise on tax-efficient structuring for employees.
Monthly Accounting & MIS
Investor-grade bookkeeping with monthly P&L, cash flow statements, burn-rate analysis, and runway projections. We reconcile bank accounts, manage vendor payments, and deliver board-ready MIS packs that give founders and investors clear visibility.
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