Incorporation, Formation & Company Registration in India
End-to-end company registration under the Companies Act, 2013 - from choosing the right structure to your Certificate of Incorporation and post-registration compliance, handled by qualified Company Secretaries.
Start Your Business Right
Incorporation gives your venture a separate legal identity, limited-liability protection for its owners, and the structure needed to raise funds, sign contracts and scale with confidence. A registered company also builds trust with banks, investors, customers and regulators in a way an unregistered business simply cannot.
Choosing the right structure at the outset is critical - it shapes your tax position, compliance burden, fundraising options and how ownership and control are shared. Our Company Secretaries assess your goals, recommend the entity that fits, and complete the registration through the MCA's integrated SPICe+ process on the MCA V3 portal.
Entities we help you incorporate
From startups to non-profits to foreign investors - we register every structure recognised under the Companies Act, 2013.
Private Limited Company
The most popular structure for startups and growing businesses - limited liability, a separate legal identity, and easy access to equity funding, with 2 to 200 shareholders and at least two directors.
One Person Company (OPC)
A private company owned and run by a single entrepreneur with a nominee. It combines limited liability with full control - ideal for solo founders and professionals under Section 2(62).
Public Limited Company
For businesses planning to raise capital from the public or list on a stock exchange. Requires a minimum of seven shareholders and three directors, with higher governance standards.
Section 8 Company (NGO)
A non-profit company formed to promote charity, education, science, art, sports, research, social welfare or the environment. Profits are reinvested into its objects and it holds a licence from the MCA.
Nidhi Company
A member-based mutual-benefit company that encourages thrift and savings, accepting deposits from and lending only to its members. Incorporated as a public company under Section 406.
Producer Company
Owned by primary producers - farmers, growers and agriculturists - and formed to pool resources for production, procurement, processing and marketing of their produce.
Indian Subsidiary
Set up a wholly owned or joint-venture subsidiary in India for a foreign parent, with 100% FDI allowed in most sectors and full FEMA / RBI reporting handled end to end.
Overseas Subsidiary & JV
Structuring and coordination support for Indian companies establishing wholly owned subsidiaries, joint ventures and associate entities outside India.
Liaison / Branch / Project Office
Establish a Liaison, Branch or Project Office in India for a foreign company, with RBI approval and registration managed from application to setup.
The company registration process
A clear, six-step path from first conversation to a compliant, ready-to-operate company.
Consultation & Structure
We understand your business, ownership plans and funding goals, then recommend the right entity and share a clear document checklist.
DSC & Name Reservation
We obtain Digital Signature Certificates for the directors and reserve your company name through SPICe+ Part A on the MCA V3 portal.
Documentation
We draft the Memorandum and Articles of Association (MoA & AoA), declarations and consents, and prepare all KYC documents for filing.
SPICe+ Part B Filing
We file the incorporation application with linked forms - AGILE-PRO-S and INC-9 - covering DIN, PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC and bank account in one submission.
Certificate of Incorporation
On approval by the Registrar of Companies, your Certificate of Incorporation is issued with CIN, PAN and TAN - usually within about a week when documents are in order.
Post-Incorporation Compliance
We help you hold the first board meeting, open statutory registers and file the declaration of commencement of business (INC-20A) within 180 days.
Documents you will need
For Indian directors & shareholders
- PAN card of every director and shareholder
- Aadhaar plus one more ID - Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence
- Recent bank statement or utility bill as address proof
- Passport-size photographs
- Registered office proof - utility bill and a No-Objection Certificate from the owner
For foreign nationals & NRIs
- Passport - apostilled or consularised (notarised where applicable)
- Foreign address proof - bank statement or government-issued ID
- Digital Signature Certificate from an MCA-recognised authority
- At least one director resident in India (120+ days in the previous year)
- FEMA reporting on the RBI FIRMS portal after share allotment
Frequently asked questions
Which form is used to register a company in India?
All new companies - Private Limited, OPC, Public, Section 8, Nidhi and Producer - are incorporated through the integrated SPICe+ web form on the MCA V3 portal. LLPs use a separate form (FiLLiP).
How long does company registration take?
When names are available and documents are complete, the Certificate of Incorporation is usually issued within about seven to ten working days. Name approval under SPICe+ Part A is valid for 20 days, within which Part B must be filed.
Is there a minimum capital requirement?
No. The Companies Act, 2013 does not prescribe a minimum paid-up capital for a private limited company or an OPC - you can start with any amount that suits your business.
Can NRIs and foreign nationals register a company in India?
Yes. Foreign nationals and NRIs can be directors and shareholders with an apostilled passport, foreign address proof and a valid DSC. At least one director must be resident in India, and foreign investment must be reported to the RBI.
What is the difference between a Private Limited Company and an OPC?
A private limited company needs at least two shareholders and two directors and suits businesses that plan to raise equity. An OPC is designed for a single owner with a nominee, giving solo founders limited liability without a second shareholder.
What must be done after incorporation?
A new company should hold its first board meeting within 30 days, open its statutory registers, and file the declaration of commencement of business (INC-20A) within 180 days. We guide you through each step.