STPI Registration (Software Technology Parks of India) — for IT/ITES/Software export companies under MeitY.
STPI Registration (Software Technology Parks of India) — for IT/ITES/Software export companies under MeitY. Two types: STP UNIT (Bonded Warehouse + Customs duty exemption on capital goods + NFE achievement) vs NON-STP UNIT (SOFTEX filing facility for software exports under FEMA). End-to-end: business plan + IEC coordination + STPI application + inspection + Certificate of Registration + SOFTEX filing setup + GST LUT + FEMA compliance + Annual Performance Reports + Renewal. NOTE: Section 10A tax holiday EXPIRED 2011; alternatives — SEZ Section 10AA OR DPIIT Section 80-IAC for startups. NOT FSSAI / NOT Drug Licence.
STPI Registration in Mewat is a critical service for individuals, entrepreneurs, and enterprises operating in Haryana. At Nyaya Grah, we deliver this service under the direct supervision of senior counsel — never juniors masquerading — with complete process transparency and a binding money-back guarantee.
Mewat, with its 9L+ active businesses and ₹9L+ economic footprint, demands legal infrastructure that is both fast and accurate. Haryana's jurisdictional nuances — including a stamp duty of 7-8% and ₹2,400/yr professional tax — require local expertise that our team brings to every engagement.
Whether you are filing your first application, navigating a complex matter, or seeking specialist counsel, our practice in Mewat ensures every submission carries the imprimatur of seasoned review. We handle the regulatory machinery — you focus on your business.
Everything required to complete your STPI Registration in Mewat — bundled into a single fixed fee.
A structured four-step process designed to be transparent, predictable, and accountable at every stage.
Free 30-min consultation with senior partner. Clear quote, timeline, document checklist.
Day 0Signed engagement letter with fixed fee. Document collection begins.
Day 1Type determination (STP/Non-STP) · IEC coordination · STPI application · Inspection (for STP Unit) · Certificate acquisition · SOFTEX system setup · AD-I Bank integration.
Day 2-7STPI Registration Certificate (5-yr validity) + SOFTEX filing facility activated + GST LUT framework + Annual compliance calendar + AD-I Bank integration + 24-month support.
FinalA typical checklist. Our team will customize this list during the consultation based on your specific case.
Jurisdictional details relevant to your STPI Registration in Mewat.
Fixed professional fees. Government charges quoted separately and disclosed in the engagement letter.
| Component | What's Included | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| STPI Registration · Professional FeesSenior counsel · End-to-end service | All work above | ₹34999Fixed |
| Government FeesAuthority charges, filing fees | Pass-through | At ActualsReceipts shared |
| Stamp Duty (if applicable)Haryana rate: 7-8% | As per state | At ActualsQuoted upfront |
| GST on Professional Fees18% as per Indian GST | Statutory | 18%On professional fee |
All fees are disclosed in writing on the engagement letter before commencement. Money-back guarantee if we miss the quoted timeline.
Answers to questions most often posed by our clients in Haryana.
Our professional fee for STPI Registration in Mewat starts at ₹34999, all-inclusive. Government fees, stamp duty (7-8% in Haryana), and 18% GST are billed separately at actuals. The complete fee breakdown is disclosed in writing on the engagement letter before work begins.
The standard timeline for STPI Registration is 7-10 working days. We provide a written timeline on the engagement letter — if we miss it for reasons attributable to us, our professional fee is fully refunded (binding guarantee).
Yes. End-to-end. From document preparation to final filing with ROC Chandigarh and follow-up till certificate issuance — every step is handled by our team in Mewat. You will receive real-time updates via WhatsApp at every milestone.
You will speak to a senior partner with 15+ years of practice. We do not have juniors masquerading as senior counsel. Every consultation, strategic decision, and material communication is conducted by a partner. Routine execution may be delegated to qualified associates — but oversight remains with the partner throughout.
A typical checklist includes PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, and service-specific documents. The complete list is customized during your free consultation. We accept digital scans (PDF/JPG) — physical visits to our office are not required.
We serve clients across Haryana and all of India — 1,219+ cities. Our jurisdictional expertise for Haryana includes specific knowledge of ROC Chandigarh procedures, Haryana stamp duty (7-8%), and applicable state schemes such as Haryana EPP.
Simply call +91 7878407950 or message us on WhatsApp. Your first 30-min consultation is complimentary, conducted directly with the senior partner relevant to your matter. You will leave the call with full clarity on cost, timeline, and process — with no obligation to proceed.
Every engagement at Nyaya Grah is grounded in the relevant statute. For founders and counsel reviewing this matter, here is the foundation.
PRIMARY AUTHORITY: SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY PARKS OF INDIA (STPI) — autonomous society under MINISTRY OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MeitY), Government of India. STRUCTURE: (1) STPI HEADQUARTERS — New Delhi; policy + central administration. (2) STPI CENTRES — 60+ across India (located in major IT hubs); each headed by DIRECTOR; processes STPI registrations + SOFTEX filings + inspections + renewals. MAJOR CENTRES: Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, Noida, Gurgaon, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Coimbatore, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mohali, Bhubaneswar, Vizag, Thiruvananthapuram, Cochin, Indore, Bhopal, Bhilai, Imphal, Aizawl, Shillong, Guwahati, Itanagar. (3) DIRECTOR — head of each STPI centre. (4) MANAGER + OFFICERS — for registration + SOFTEX processing + compliance. (5) IMSC (Inter-Ministerial Standing Committee) — for STP Unit approvals (with MoF + MoCI inputs). RELATED AUTHORITIES: (a) MeitY — Ministry of Electronics and IT — apex policy. (b) MoCI (Ministry of Commerce and Industry) — Foreign Trade Policy + DGFT. (c) DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) — IEC + export-related. (d) RBI — FEMA + AD Bank framework + SOFTEX integration. (e) CUSTOMS — for STP Unit bonded warehouse + duty exemption. (f) AD-I BANKS (HDFC, ICICI, SBI, etc.) — for foreign currency remittance based on SOFTEX. (g) Income Tax Dept — for tax compliance (no holiday post-2011 for STP). (h) STATE Industries Dept — for state-level IT incentives. (i) NASSCOM — industry body. NOT FSSAI / NOT Drug Controller / NOT MoEFCC.
KEY PORTALS: (1) STPI WEBSITE (stpi.in) — primary; centre locations + circulars + downloads. (2) STPI ONLINE PORTAL — for registration applications + SOFTEX filings (electronic since 2017); each STPI centre has own integrated portal. (3) SOFTEX FILING PORTAL (electronic SOFTEX system) — replaces paper forms; integrated with RBI EDPMS (Export Data Processing and Monitoring System). (4) DGFT PORTAL (dgft.gov.in) — for IEC + Foreign Trade Policy benefits. (5) RBI EDPMS (Export Data Processing and Monitoring System) — for FEMA + export realisation tracking. (6) FOREIGN TRADE POLICY (commerce.gov.in) — for FTP 2023 chapters. (7) MeitY (meity.gov.in) — policy + circulars on IT/ITES. (8) GST PORTAL (gst.gov.in) — for export refunds + LUT. (9) ICEGATE (Customs portal) — for STP Unit bonded warehouse + import duties. (10) NASSCOM (nasscom.in) — industry data + benchmarks. (11) State IT Department portals — for state-level incentives (Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra/Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala IT policies). (12) NSWS (nsws.gov.in) — National Single Window System integration. NOT FoSCoS / NOT MoEFCC PARIVESH.
ELECTRONIC SOFTEX FORM — fully online since 2017; integrated with RBI EDPMS for automated tracking; replaces paper-based forms. STPI 2.0 INITIATIVE — IT services + product innovation focus; new emerging tech categories. FOREIGN TRADE POLICY 2023 — chapters on services exports + IT/ITES highlighted; Districts as Export Hubs concept. SECTION 10A SUNSET — 31 March 2011 confirmed; NEW STP UNITS DO NOT GET TAX HOLIDAY; alternatives: SEZ Section 10AA + DPIIT Section 80-IAC. DPIIT STARTUP RECOGNITION + Section 80-IAC — for tech startups; 3 consecutive AY tax holiday from first 10 years; combine with STPI Non-STP registration. SEZ INTEREST RECOVERY — for SEZ Units transitioning; Section 10AA continuing benefit. GST EXPORT FRAMEWORK — LUT (Letter of Undertaking) annual + zero-rated framework; refund routes Rule 89 + Rule 96; ITC refund automation improving. DPDP ACT 2023 — Digital Personal Data Protection Act; significant impact on IT/ITES handling customer data; consent + privacy obligations. AI/ML EXPORTS — growing category; STPI tracks AI-related services. INTERNATIONAL TAX CHANGES — Pillar 1 + Pillar 2 OECD framework; transfer pricing increased complexity. STPI CENTRES expansion — new tier-2/3 city centres (Bhilai, Imphal, Aizawl, Itanagar) for regional IT promotion. NSWS (nsws.gov.in) integration — National Single Window for some STPI services. NASSCOM partnerships — industry data sharing + best practices. STATE IT INCENTIVES — Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra/Telangana, Tamil Nadu IT policies revised periodically.
No vague timelines. Here's the actual phase-wise breakdown for STPI Registration in Mewat.
INITIAL ASSESSMENT: (1) TYPE DETERMINATION: STP UNIT (Bonded Warehouse + customs benefits — for established + consistent exporters) vs NON-STP UNIT (SOFTEX filing only — for startups + smaller exporters + services). (2) BUSINESS ELIGIBILITY: IT/ITES/Software services (software development, web services, mobile apps, BPO, KPO, cloud services, SaaS, data analytics, gaming, animation, etc.); minimum export orientation. (3) ENTITY STRUCTURE: Pvt Ltd / LLP / Public Ltd preferred; Proprietorship for very small + smaller compliance. (4) IEC verification — Importer Exporter Code from DGFT mandatory pre-requisite. (5) STPI CENTRE jurisdiction — nearest centre based on operating location (60+ centres across India). (6) BUSINESS PLAN preparation: projected exports (5-year), employment (typical 10-200 employees for medium IT firms), services description, target customers + countries. (7) PREMISES READINESS — operational premises with adequate infrastructure (workstations, internet, security). (8) AD-I BANK relationship — for foreign currency receipts + FIRC; integration with SOFTEX system. (9) EXISTING CONTRACTS — if any export contracts already signed; identify client base.
COMPREHENSIVE DOCS: (1) ENTITY DOCS: Incorporation Certificate (Pvt Ltd/LLP/Public Ltd) + PAN + GSTIN + MoA/AoA. (2) IEC (Importer Exporter Code) from DGFT — pre-requisite. (3) PROMOTER + DIRECTOR DOCS: PAN + Aadhaar + KYC + photographs. (4) PREMISES DOCS: Lease/Sale Deed + NOC + Utility Bill + property tax. (5) PHOTOGRAPHS of premises (exterior + interior + workstation areas). (6) LAYOUT plan of premises. (7) BANK details: cancelled cheque + AD-I Bank relationship + account details. (8) BUSINESS PLAN: detailed (services offered, target customers, country-wise breakup, projected exports over 5 years, employment plan). (9) FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS: P&L + Balance Sheet 5-year + Cash Flow. (10) FOR STP UNIT specifically: (a) Capital goods import list + values, (b) Bonded Warehouse plan + customs bond commitment, (c) NFE projections (Net Foreign Exchange achievement target by year), (d) Detailed manufacturing/services flow. (11) Existing financial statements (if existing company) — audited financials. (12) Customer agreements (if any signed). (13) Technology infrastructure description.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: (1) STPI ONLINE PORTAL of jurisdictional centre — registration application form + comprehensive documentation upload. (2) APPLICATION FEE — varies by STPI centre + scheme: NON-STP UNIT typically ₹2,000-10,000; STP UNIT ₹5,000-25,000 + Annual Service Charge based on turnover. (3) FOR STP UNIT: additional IMSC (Inter-Ministerial Standing Committee) approval pathway — coordination with MoCI + MoF (Customs). (4) Acknowledgement + Application Number. (5) STPI INITIAL SCRUTINY — typically 7-15 days; queries possible. (6) Document verification by STPI officer. (7) PHYSICAL VERIFICATION of premises (for STP Unit; some Non-STP applications). (8) BUSINESS PLAN ASSESSMENT — viability + export orientation + technology readiness. (9) For STP Unit: NFE projections reviewed; minimum thresholds verified. (10) RECTIFICATIONS — if any documentation gaps; typical 7-15 days response window.
APPROVAL PROCESS: (1) STPI OFFICER INSPECTION (mandatory for STP Unit; optional for Non-STP): (a) Verifies operational premises, (b) Technology infrastructure (workstations, internet, security), (c) Staff present + adequate technical capability, (d) Business plan alignment, (e) For STP Unit: bonded warehouse area + customs requirements. (2) DIRECTOR'S APPROVAL at STPI centre. (3) For STP UNIT specifically: (a) Customs Bond execution for bonded warehouse, (b) Capital goods import permissions framework, (c) Bonded area demarcation. (4) LETTER OF PERMISSION (LoP) / Letter of Approval (LoA) issued by STPI. (5) CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION — typically 5-YEAR VALIDITY (renewable). (6) UNIQUE STPI REGISTRATION NUMBER assigned — used in SOFTEX filings + correspondence. (7) For STP UNIT — additional customs registrations + Bonded Warehouse code. (8) ACCESS to SOFTEX FILING SYSTEM activated. (9) DISPLAY of certificate at premises.
POST-REGISTRATION OPERATIONS: (1) SOFTEX FILING (most critical ongoing activity): per software export transaction within 30 DAYS via STPI online portal; details: invoice number, date, customer name, country, services description, value, currency, expected realisation timeline. (2) AD-I BANK RECONCILIATION — foreign currency received against SOFTEX; FIRC (Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate) issued; EDPMS integration. (3) WITHOUT SOFTEX certification: AD Bank cannot release foreign exchange; export proceeds blocked. (4) ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT (APR) to STPI — exports + employment + technology + compliance. (5) MONTHLY EXPORT STATEMENTS (for active STP units). (6) FOR STP UNIT: (a) NFE TRACKING — quarterly + annual; achievement of targets, (b) CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE — capital goods imports under bond; periodic Customs audits; bonded warehouse maintenance, (c) Modification approvals for any premise/equipment changes. (7) GST EXPORT COMPLIANCE: LUT (Letter of Undertaking) annually + zero-rated invoicing OR Refund of accumulated ITC; both routes available. (8) FEMA COMPLIANCE: SOFTEX timely + Bank-Realisation Certificate (BRC) tracking; export proceeds within 9 months typically; outstandings to RBI + STPI. (9) TAX COMPLIANCE: regular IT-related compliance (no Section 10A holiday post-2011); TDS on payments + Section 195 for foreign payments. (10) STAFF + COMPLIANCE: EPF + ESI for IT staff; statutory compliance. (11) MODIFICATIONS to registration: address change, expansion, new services — intimation/approval. (12) RENEWAL — every 5 years; updated business plan + financials. (13) DE-BONDING (for STP Units exiting status): formal process; duty payback if applicable.
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| Component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| NON-STP UNIT Registration (Standard) | ₹14,999 – ₹34,999 | Most common for IT startups + SMEs; SOFTEX filing facility |
| NON-STP UNIT Premium (with annual support) | ₹34,999 – ₹74,999 | 6-month SOFTEX support + ongoing assistance |
| STP UNIT Registration (Bonded Warehouse) | ₹29,999 – ₹99,999 | Customs benefits + NFE planning + IMSC coordination |
| STP UNIT Premium (with annual support) | ₹74,999 – ₹2,49,999 | Comprehensive STP Unit setup + 12-month support |
| STPI + IEC Bundle (for new exporters) | ₹19,999 – ₹49,999 | Both registrations together |
| STPI + LUT + GST Export Setup | ₹29,999 – ₹74,999 | Full export-readiness package |
| STPI + DPIIT Startup Recognition Bundle | ₹39,999 – ₹99,999 | For tech startups; Section 80-IAC tax holiday access |
| STPI + SEZ Migration Advisory | ₹49,999 – ₹1,49,999 | For scaling IT companies considering Section 10AA |
| STPI APPLICATION FEE (pass-through) | ||
| Non-STP Unit fee | ₹2,000 – ₹10,000 | Pass-through; centre-specific |
| STP Unit fee | ₹5,000 – ₹25,000 | Pass-through; STP Unit |
| ANNUAL SERVICE CHARGE (export turnover slab) | ||
| < ₹50 LAKH exports/year | ₹4,000 – ₹8,000 | Pass-through; small exporters |
| ₹50 LAKH – ₹3 CR | ₹8,000 – ₹15,000 | Pass-through; small-medium |
| ₹3 CR – ₹25 CR | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 | Pass-through; medium-large |
| > ₹25 CR | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000+ | Pass-through; slab structures |
| SOFTEX FILING (per transaction) | ₹100 – ₹500 | Some centres free up to threshold; consolidated bulk options |
| IEC Registration (DGFT — pre-requisite) | ₹4,999 – ₹14,999 | Standalone for IEC if not done |
| GST LUT Annual Filing | ₹4,999 – ₹14,999 | Annual before April |
| GST Refund Processing (Per quarter) | ₹9,999 – ₹49,999 | ITC refund Rule 89/96 |
| SOFTEX Bulk Filing Support (Monthly) | ₹4,999 – ₹19,999 | Monthly bulk SOFTEX management |
| Annual Performance Report (APR) | ₹4,999 – ₹14,999 | Annual STPI compliance |
| For STP Unit: NFE Tracking + Quarterly Reports | ₹9,999 – ₹49,999/yr | Quarterly NFE reports + monthly statements |
| For STP Unit: Customs Bonded Warehouse Compliance | ₹14,999 – ₹49,999/yr | Bonded compliance + Customs audits |
| RENEWAL (every 5 years) | ₹4,999 – ₹19,999 | Re-application + updated business plan |
| MODIFICATIONS (address/products/capacity) | ₹4,999 – ₹14,999 | Per modification |
| DE-BONDING (STP Unit exit) | ₹19,999 – ₹74,999 | Formal exit process + duty payback coordination |
Total estimate from 34999 · final fee depends on entity size, document readiness, and city-specific stamp duty (see local jurisdiction above).
From hundreds of engagements, here are the patterns that cause founders and businesses to come back to us in distress. Avoid these and you've already won 70% of the matter.
EVERY software export requires SOFTEX form via STPI under FEMA. Without STPI registration: cannot file SOFTEX; without SOFTEX: AD Bank cannot process foreign currency. RESULT: foreign currency BLOCKED + RBI/FEMA notices + delayed export realisation + compounding penalties. APPLY for Non-STP at minimum before first export.
STP UNIT (Bonded Warehouse + customs benefits + NFE requirement) vs NON-STP UNIT (SOFTEX filing only; no customs benefits). Wrong choice: STP Unit when capital goods imports are minor = unnecessary compliance burden; Non-STP when significant capital imports = missing customs duty savings. CHOOSE based on capital goods import needs + scale + compliance tolerance.
Many founders/consultants incorrectly believe STP units get Section 10A income tax holiday — IT EXPIRED 31 March 2011 for new units. ALTERNATIVES: SEZ Units (Section 10AA still active) + DPIIT Startup Recognition (Section 80-IAC 3-year holiday). Choose registration based on operational benefits not tax holiday (doesn't exist for STP).
SOFTEX MANDATORY within 30 days of export invoice/shipment; without certification, AD Bank cannot process foreign currency remittance. RESULT: foreign currency blocked at bank + foreign customer chasing for confirmation + RBI defaults. AUTOMATE SOFTEX filing — integrate with invoicing system; dedicated person responsible.
STP Unit must achieve POSITIVE NFE (Net Foreign Exchange) within prescribed timeline. NON-ACHIEVEMENT: STPI notices + remediation period + DE-BONDING + DUTY RECOVERY on previously imported capital goods (with interest) + penalty proceedings. PLAN NFE achievement carefully; track quarterly; raise foreign currency outflows alarm; export consistently.
IEC from DGFT is PRE-REQUISITE for STPI registration + any export activity. Without IEC = cannot file SOFTEX + cannot get bank export documentation processed. OBTAIN IEC BEFORE STPI application — typically 1-3 days online via dgft.gov.in.
AD-I BANK must be linked to STPI + RBI EDPMS for SOFTEX certification → FIRC → reconciliation. SOME smaller banks not fully integrated → manual reconciliation delays + errors. SELECT AD-I BANK with strong STPI/EDPMS integration (HDFC, ICICI, SBI, Axis preferred for SME IT exporters).
For zero-rated software exports without IGST payment: LUT mandatory; file BEFORE 1 April each year for that financial year. WITHOUT LUT: must pay IGST first + claim refund (working capital trap). FILE LUT every year proactively + maintain Bond if applicable.
STP Unit operates as Customs Bonded Warehouse — Capital goods imported under bond; periodic Customs audits; bonded area demarcation maintained; movement controls. LAPSES: Customs penalties + duty recovery + criminal proceedings for serious violations. MAINTAIN strict bonded warehouse discipline if STP Unit.
EVERY STPI unit must file APR annually — exports + employment + compliance + technology + NFE (for STP Unit). SKIPPING: notices + renewal complications + downgrade. AUTOMATE APR data collection through financial year; submit promptly.
STPI registration validity 5 years; renew 60-90 days before expiry. LAPSED: cannot file SOFTEX → cannot remit foreign currency → re-application from scratch + delays. TRACK expiry date; coordinate with STPI well in advance.
Software exports zero-rated; ITC accumulated significant. GST REFUND under Rule 89 (Pre-export) or Rule 96 (post): both have specific procedures + timelines. DELAYS due to: weak documentation, mismatch with SOFTEX/FIRC, classification disputes. Result: WORKING CAPITAL frozen. PROCESS refunds quarterly + maintain clean documentation.
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