Company Registration

A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is a type of business structure in India that offers limited liability to its shareholders, while placing certain restrictions on ownership. It is ideal for startups and businesses looking to raise funds, gain credibility, and separate personal assets from business liabilities.

📋 Key Features

• Minimum 2 and maximum 200 members

• Limited liability protection

• Perpetual succession

• Eligible to raise equity capital

• Registered with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)

Documents Requried

For Directors and Shareholders:

1. PAN Card

2. Passport (For foreign nationals)

3. Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License

4. Passport-sized photograph

5. Bank statement or utility bill
   (not older than 2 months)

For Registered Office:

1. Electricity bill / water bill / rent agreement

2. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner (if rented)

🔄 Registration Process

1. Name Approval (RUN – Reserve Unique Name)

   • Suggest 2 unique company names

   • Names should comply with MCA naming guidelines

2. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

   • Required for all directors and subscribers

   • Issued by Certifying Authorities (CAs)

3. Director Identification Number (DIN)

   • Automatically generated in SPICe+ form

4. Filing SPICe+ Form (Part A & B)

   • Integrated form for name approval, incorporation, PAN, TAN, and EPFO/ESIC registration

5. Drafting of MOA & AOA

   • MOA (Memorandum of Association)

   • AOA (Articles of Association)

6. Certificate of Incorporation

   • Issued by the Registrar of Companies (RoC)

   • Includes CIN (Corporate Identity Number)

Frequently asked questions

What are the minimum requirements to register a
Private Limited Company in India?

To register a Pvt Ltd company, the following requirements must be met:

• Minimum 2 Directors (at least one must be a resident of India)

• Minimum 2 Shareholders (directors and shareholders can be the same)

• Registered Office Address in India

• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for all proposed directors

• Director Identification Number (DIN)

There is no minimum capital requirement, but capital must be mentioned in the MOA.

Can a single person register a Private Limited
Company?

No. A Private Limited Company must have at least two shareholders and two directors. If you are looking for a single-owner company, you can register a One Person Company (OPC).

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Can NRIs or Foreign Nationals become directors or
shareholders?

• Yes. NRIs and Foreign Nationals can:

  • Invest in or start a Private Limited Company in India (subject to FDI norms)

  • Be directors, as long as at least one director is a resident Indian (staying in India for 182+ days during the financial year)

  Additional compliance like notarization, apostille, and RBI reporting may apply

What is the time frame to register a company?

Typically, it takes 7 to 10 working days to complete the registration, assuming all documents are in order and there are no delays from MCA. Timeline may vary depending on:

• Government processing speed

• Name approval time

• Speed of document verificatio

What are the benefits of registering a Private Limited Company?

• Limited liability protection for shareholders

• Separate legal identity

• Perpetual succession

• Easy ownership transfer

• Better access to funding

• Enhanced brand credibility and investor trust

• Eligibility for Startup India benefits

Is GST registration compulsory ?

GST registration is not mandatory at the time of incorporation unless:

• Annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh (goods) / ₹20 lakh (services)

• You do inter-state sales or e-commerce operations

• You voluntarily opt for it

What are the post-registration compliances ?

After incorporation, the company must:

• File INC-20A (Commencement of Business) within 180 days

• Appoint a statutory auditor within 30 days

• Conduct board meetings regularly

• File income tax returns and MCA annual returns

• Maintain proper books of accounts

• Comply with TDS, GST, PF/ESI, and other regulations if applicable

Proprietorship vs Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) vs Company

Documents Required For Company Registration

Documents Requried

For Directors and Shareholders:

1. PAN Card

2. Passport (For foreign nationals)

3. Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License

4. Passport-sized photograph

5. Bank statement or utility bill
   (not older than 2 months)

For Registered Office:

1. Electricity bill / water bill / rent agreement

2. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner (if rented)

Documents Required for LLP Registration

Documents Required for OPC Company Registration

Documents Required for Sole Proprietorship

Documents Required for GST Registration

Documents Required for Partnership Registration

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