This updated 8th Edition is a one-stop resource for navigating India's start-up ecosystem under the Finance Act 2025. It simplifies eligibility norms, revised MSME criteria, and entity structures while offering practical insights into IMB approvals and rejections. From Section 80-IAC incentives and angel tax to ESOP deferrals, comprehensive tax considerations are illustrated via practical case studies. Step-by-step procedures, checklists, and official references make it invaluable for entrepreneurs, tax professionals, and investors. By merging foundational concepts with hands-on guidance, this book provides a 360° view of forming, financing, and operating a start-up in India.