India Startup Updates

The Startup India framework has been updated in 2026, with new guidelines for *DPIIT recognition* and *Udyam registration*. Key points to note include:
- *DPIIT recognition* is innovation-based
- *Udyam registration* is under the Ministry of MSME
Some key changes in the MSME sector include:
- Over 8.7 crore formally registered MSMEs under the Udyam Registration portal
- The MSME sector is responsible for providing employment to a large number of people
The *DGFT* has also launched a *Trade Connect* platform to help Indian startups find global buyers. This platform aims to provide a platform for Indian startups to connect with global buyers and increase their exports.