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18 calculators, 67 templates, visual explainers, schemes, law updates and compliance reminders, everything we wish founders had on day one.

04 · Startup to Unicorn

Unicorn, decacorn, Series A?

The valuation ladder and 30 startup terms, explained in one line each.

Read the A–Z
  1. IdeaA problem worth solving and a founding team.
  2. StartupA registered company building and testing its product.
  3. SoonicornA fast-growing startup expected to reach a $1 billion valuation soon.
  4. UnicornA privately held startup valued at $1 billion or more.
  5. DecacornA private company valued at $10 billion or more.
  6. HectocornA company valued at $100 billion or more, sometimes called a super-unicorn.
05 · Structure finder

Pvt Ltd, LLP or OPC? Find out in a minute.

Six questions, a clear suggestion, and the pros and cons.

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06 · Business updates

What changed, and what to do.

Income tax

The Income-tax Act, 2025 is now in force

The new Act replaces the Income-tax Act, 1961. Section numbers, form names and some terms have changed. Update invoices, contracts, payroll software and TDS processes that refer to old section numbers.

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MCA

Small company limits raised

A company with paid-up capital up to ₹10 crore and turnover up to ₹100 crore can now be a “small company”, with lighter compliance such as fewer board meetings and no cash-flow statement. Check if your company now qualifies.

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Labour

Four new labour codes in force

The Codes on Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations and Occupational Safety replace 29 older labour laws. Review salary structures (the “wages” definition), appointment letters and PF/ESI coverage.

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07 · Compliance calendar

Due dates, on WhatsApp.

Every key due date for 2026-27, and a free reminder before each one that applies to you.

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08 · Funding readiness

Are you investor-ready?

30 due-diligence checks across 6 areas, an area-wise score, your top gaps, and a free detailed report.

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09 · For investors

Angel, network or fund? Join our investor network.

Curated, compliance-checked startups that match your stage, sectors and cheque size.

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10 · Startup schemes

Government support you may be missing.

Grants & equity

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)

For
DPIIT-recognised early-stage startups
Benefit
Up to ₹20 lakh grant for proof of concept and prototype, and up to ₹50 lakh through convertible debentures or debt for market entry, routed through selected incubators.
How
Apply to an approved incubator on the Startup India portal.
Check my eligibility
Grants & equity

Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS)

For
Startups raising venture capital
Benefit
Government capital managed by SIDBI is invested in SEBI-registered venture funds, which then invest in startups.
How
Pitch to venture funds backed by FFS.
Check my eligibility
Loans & guarantees

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS)

For
DPIIT-recognised startups
Benefit
Collateral-free loans guaranteed up to ₹20 crore per borrower through banks and NBFCs.
How
Apply through a member lending institution.
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Loans & guarantees

CGTMSE

For
Micro and small enterprises
Benefit
Collateral-free credit guarantee for business loans, limit raised to ₹10 crore from April 2025.
How
Apply through your bank; Udyam registration needed.
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Community

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