Industry Guide

Software Industry Compliance Requirements in India: A General Overview

Overview of IT/ITES compliance considerations, SEZ benefits, data protection requirements, and export compliance for software companies in India.

December 22, 202516 min read
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The software and IT/ITES industry in India has specific compliance considerations that foreign-owned entities should be aware of.

Key Compliance Areas

  • SEZ benefits for IT/ITES companies — requires SEZ unit approval and compliance with SEZ rules
  • Software Technology Parks (STP) scheme — alternative to SEZ for smaller operations
  • Data protection and privacy — India DPDP Act requirements
  • Export documentation — FIRC, BRC and GST LUT for zero-rated exports
  • Intellectual property protection — trademark, copyright and patent registration

Advisory note: Eligibility for SEZ and STP benefits, and compliance requirements, depend on specific business activities and approvals. This article is for general information only. Legal and regulatory conclusions require qualified professional review.

Advisory note: This article is for general information and awareness purposes only. Inaac Advisors provides advisory and execution support — not legal, tax, or regulatory opinions. Legal, tax, immigration and regulatory conclusions require qualified professional review.

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