Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

What Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) does

DPIIT is the nodal central government department of India under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, constituted in 1995 and restructured in 2000. It is responsible for formulation and promotion of industrial policy at the national level, overseeing FDI policy, industrial licensing under the IDR Act 1951 for defence, explosives, and hazardous chemicals, Quality Control Orders, and flagship initiatives including Startup India, Make in India, and the BHAVYA industrial parks scheme.

The department operates a portfolio of digital platforms rather than commercial software products, including the Startup India portal, National Single Window System (NSWS) for business approvals, BHAVYA portal for industrial park applications, and DigiDukaan B2B procurement platform for kirana stores. Underlying technology consists of government digital infrastructure for scheme administration, stakeholder onboarding, and compliance tracking, with recent integration of BHASHINI multilingual AI for 22-language support. The department also administers the SPRIHA IPR Chairs program across 38 universities.

DPIIT is funded entirely through sovereign budget allocations and does not generate commercial revenue. Its operating model is direct government-to-stakeholder engagement, with services distributed free of charge to eligible beneficiaries including startups, MSMEs, manufacturers, and investors. Implementation flows through Invest India for investment facilitation (60 projects worth $6.1+ billion in FY25-26) and SIDBI for Fund of Funds deployment. The department serves a broad stakeholder base of 2.07 lakh+ recognized startups, domestic manufacturers, foreign investors across 14+ states, and 1.4 crore kirana stores via DigiDukaan.

Name

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

Legal name

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

Website

https://dpiit.gov.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

DPIIT is India's nodal central government department under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry that formulates industrial policy, administers FDI regulations and Quality Control Orders, and manages flagship initiatives including Startup India, Make in India, and BHAVYA industrial parks for startups, manufacturers, and investors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government Industrial Policy and Promotion Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Investment Promotion & FDI Facilitation (BPADAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Development Finance & Blended Finance Facilities (BPADAOAD)

Keywords

• Industrial policy administration
• Startup ecosystem support
• Foreign direct investment
• Industrial park development
• Regulatory facilitation services

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Budget Allocation: DPIIT operates as a government department funded through annual budget allocations from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The department does not generate commercial revenue but allocates funds for various industrial promotion schemes and programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DPIIT is a central government department that formulates and administers industrial policy, facilitates foreign and domestic investment, administers startup ecosystem schemes, and coordinates industrial infrastructure development across India. It does not sell commercial products but provides policy frameworks, regulatory facilitation, industrial licensing, FDI approval processes, and manages capital deployment schemes such as the Startup India Fund of Funds, BHAVYA industrial parks, and Production Linked Incentive (PLI) programs. Its core services are delivered to startups, MSMEs, large manufacturers, and foreign investors through digital platforms, partner agencies (Invest India, SIDBI), and state-level implementation partners.

Product overview

DPIIT is a government department (not a product company) responsible for formulation and promotion of industrial policy at the national level. DPIIT does not offer commercial software products; instead, it administers government schemes and services aimed at industrial development, investment promotion, and startup ecosystem support. The department operates information portals and manages scheme guidelines rather than selling products. DPIIT's key initiatives include industrial park development (BHAVYA, NICDP), startup support (Startup India), investment facilitation (SIP), production incentives (PLI), and regional development schemes (UNNATI, NEIDS).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA) Central Sector Scheme administered by DPIIT for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across India with plug-and-play infrastructure to support industrial growth. The scheme provides trunk infrastructure funding while state governments provide land. It is for industrial park developers, state industrial development corporations, and manufacturing units seeking ready-to-use industrial infrastructure.
• Startup India Platform Comprehensive digital platform for DPIIT startup recognition applications, scheme access, and ecosystem support. It enables startups to apply for recognition, access tax benefits, self-certification under labor and environment laws, patent fee rebates, and connect to funding through the Fund of Funds. The platform serves DPIIT-recognized startups across India.
• Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme (UNNATI) 2024 Scheme for transformative industrialization in India's northeastern states, providing investment promotion and industrial infrastructure support for the Uttar Poorva (North-East) region. It targets industrial development in northeastern India through financial incentives and infrastructure development.
• India International Convention & Expo Centre (IICC/Yashobhoomi) India International Convention and Exhibition Centre Limited (IICCL) at Yashobhoomi in Dwarka, New Delhi. A large-scale convention and exhibition facility spanning 8.9 lakh square meters with capacity for over 20,000 attendees. It serves as India's premier MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) venue for business events, conferences, and exhibitions.
• Scheme for Investment Promotion (SIP) / Make in India Investment promotion scheme under the Make in India initiative for facilitating domestic and foreign industrial investment in India. It provides handholding support, FDI facilitation, regulatory navigation, and project grounding assistance to investors through Invest India agency.
• Scheme for Pedagogy and Research in IPRs for Holistic Education and Academia (SPRIHA) Academic scheme for establishing DPIIT IPR Chairs in Indian universities including National Law Universities (NLUs) and IITs to support intellectual property education, research, and patent filing activities. Provides financial assistance of ₹1.50 lakh per month for full-time IPR Chairs, research assistantships, and workshop funding. It targets academic institutions seeking to strengthen IP education and research capabilities.
• Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 Government-backed fund of funds with ₹10,000 crore corpus managed through SIDBI for deploying venture capital to DPIIT-recognized startups. The fund operates through SEBI-registered Category I and II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) with two-stage screening and monitoring process. It targets DPIIT-recognized startups seeking growth-stage venture capital.
• DigiDukaan B2B Procurement Platform B2B procurement digitization platform for India's 1.4 crore kirana stores enabling digital ordering, inventory visibility, promotional scheme tracking, and working capital optimization. Implemented in partnership with ONDC and technology partners Qwipo and Salescode. It targets kirana store owners and FMCG companies participating in general trade modernization.
• National Single Window System (NSWS) Integrated digital portal for obtaining various approvals, clearances, and licenses for businesses in India. The system is integrated with DPIIT and other central and state government departments to streamline regulatory compliance. It serves businesses seeking consolidated approvals across multiple ministries and departments.
• FDI Proposal Processing and Fast-Track Mechanism FDI proposal processing service with Fast-Track Standard Operating Procedure for 40 sub-sectors including rare earths, PCBs, and advanced battery components. Includes bilateral Fast-Track Mechanisms (e.g., India-Austria) for expedited investment approvals. It serves foreign investors seeking regulatory approval for Indian market entry.

Quantifiable outcome

• 55,200+ startups recognized in FY26 with 51.6% year-on-year growth
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Roche Pharma IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2026Joint Drishti HealthTech Challenge under Startup India program, won by Artelus with INR 35 lakh grant for offline AI diabetic retinopathy screening solution DRISTi. Challenge received 80+ applications from digital health startups.
• ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Joint initiative on DigiDukaan for digitizing India's kirana trade through B2B procurement platform. Roundtable 'CPG Roundtable – Bharat Commerce Chintan Shivir' brought together FMCG companies, distributors, technology firms and logistics providers to address General Trade sector challenges affecting 1.4 crore kirana stores.
• Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD)coreTechnology or Integration · 4 June 2026MoU to integrate multilingual AI and voice-first technologies across India's investment, startup, and industrial ecosystem platforms. Services to be available in all 22 Eighth Schedule languages using BHASHINI tools including Udyat, Mitra, Appmitra, and translation APIs.
• Chamber IndiaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 23 May 2026MoU to strengthen India's startup ecosystem through export facilitation, IPR advisory, business matchmaking, and international delegation participation. DPIIT-recognized startups receive 50% rebate on Chamber India membership with plans for five incubation centres across aspirational districts and NE states.
• Austria (BMWET)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 April 2026Fast-Track Mechanism operationalized during India-Austria Business Forum establishing direct coordination between DPIIT and BMWET for expedited investment approvals. Addresses regulatory barriers including SPS compliance and inter-agency coordination in advanced manufacturing and green technology sectors.
• KRAFTON IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 March 2026Collaboration on digital entertainment, gaming, esports, AI, and interactive media through Bharat Startup Grand Challenge innovation challenges, targeted hackathons, workshops, and masterclasses covering game design, animation, esports management, and AI applications.
• Repos EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 March 2026MoU for developing India's fuel-tech and startup ecosystem, particularly in fuel-tech and last-mile fuel distribution. Partnership involves co-hosting innovation challenges, investor connect programs, skill development initiatives, and facilitating pilot projects for startups in energy and logistics sectors.
• RazorpaycoreTechnology or Integration · 25 March 2026Launch of Startup Sahayak platform providing DPIIT-recognized startups zero professional fees for company incorporation, access to government schemes, credit incentives, and curated founder communities. Collaboration includes knowledge sessions on AI, marketing, and product development.
• Blue Star LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Partnership to accelerate innovation in manufacturing and HVAC technologies. Selected startups gain access to R&D labs, mentorship, proof-of-concept development, and pilot deployment opportunities through structured programs under Bharat Startup Grand Challenge.
• Voltas LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2026MoU for industry-startup collaboration in cooling and smart appliance technologies including HVAC, AI/ML diagnostics, IoT-enabled appliances, and digital manufacturing. Selected startups receive mentorship, testing infrastructure access, and market linkages through PoC programmes.
• ZomatominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2024Collaboration on Plastic-Free Future Packathon supporting entrepreneurs developing plastic alternatives for food delivery. Initiative under Startup India with over 10,000 restaurants across 350+ brands in 500+ cities using sustainable packaging.
• SIDBIcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImplementation Agency for Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 with ₹10,000 crore corpus, operationalizing capital deployment to DPIIT-recognized startups through SEBI-registered Category I and II AIFs with two-stage screening and monitoring process.
• Invest IndiacoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNational Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency under DPIIT facilitating grounding of investment projects. Facilitated 60 projects worth over USD 6.1 billion during FY25-26 spanning 14 states with estimated generation of 31,000+ jobs.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Invest India: National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency operating directly under DPIIT as the operational arm for FDI facilitation. Directly comparable in mandate: grounding investment projects, hand-holding investors, and reporting on FDI pipeline.
• SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India): Development finance institution serving as the implementation agency for DPIIT's Fund of Funds 2.0 and other SME-focused schemes. Comparable as a sister institution executing DPIIT's MSME/startup capital-deployment mandate through AIFs and credit guarantee programs.
• UK Department for Business and Trade: UK government department responsible for industrial policy, investment promotion, and trade negotiations. The closest international counterpart in mandate — industrial policy formulation, FDI facilitation, startup/scaleup support, and regulatory stewardship of business standards.
• Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB): Singapore's lead investment promotion agency with statutory authority to attract FDI, develop industrial estates, and execute sectoral manufacturing strategies. Comparable as a gold-standard investment-promotion agency whose FDI-grounding playbook DPIIT's Invest India is modeled after.
• Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), Germany: Germany's federal ministry overseeing industrial policy, SME support, and FDI promotion. Comparable in mandate: industrial strategy formulation, Mittelstand (SME) support programs, and bilateral industrial cooperation — including the India-Austria/Germany engagement channels.
• UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization): UN specialized agency promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development, including via Country Programming partnerships. DPIIT is the Indian nodal counterpart for UNIDO's BCIC (Business Climate Improvement for Competitiveness) work and shared industrial-development mandate.

Broad incumbents

• NITI Aayog: National policy think tank and apex government body coordinating industrial and economic policy across ministries. Comparable as a higher-level counterpart providing strategic direction that DPIIT operationalizes through schemes and licensing decisions.
• U.S. Department of Commerce: U.S. federal department housing the International Trade Administration and Economic Development Administration. Comparable in scope: trade promotion, industrial competitiveness, standards/quality oversight (analogous to BIS/QCO stewardship), and inward investment facilitation through SelectUSA.
• National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), China: China's macroeconomic management and industrial policy super-ministry responsible for industrial strategy, FDI approvals, and large-scale infrastructure planning. Comparable as a large emerging-market counterpart executing comparable industrial-corridor and FDI-facilitation functions.

Others

• World Bank Group: Multilateral development institution funding large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects. Comparable as an ecosystem-level counterparty whose blended-finance and project-preparation facilities intersect with DPIIT's BHAVYA-style industrial-infrastructure and FoF 2.0 mechanisms.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DPIITGoI
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DPIITGoI
• Facebookfacebook.com/DPIITIndia
• Instagraminstagram.com/dpiit_moci

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments34 records

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