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Private Company Incorporation
Setting up a private limited company is the most popular way to start a business in India — a separate legal identity, limited liability for shareholders, and a structure investors and banks understand. We handle name approval, DIN, DSC, the SPICe+ filing and PAN/TAN, so you can focus on the business itself.
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Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
Written scope first
Inclusions and payable charges are explained before work begins.
Support till it’s done
One team owns your filing, from the first call to the final handover.
Plans from ₹8,499
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Fees
Fees and packages for Private Company Incorporation
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Starter
₹8,499
What’s included
- CA advisory
- DSC & DIN for 2 directors
- Name reservation
- MOA & AOA drafting
- SPICe+ filing
- CIN issuance
- PAN & TAN
Growth
₹12,999
What’s included
- Everything in Starter
- Bank account opening kit
- Complimentary legal documents
- GST registration assistance
Scale
₹19,999
What’s included
- Everything in Growth
- Trademark application filing
- Dedicated relationship manager with priority processing
Done right, or your money back.
If our experts find your requirement can't be fulfilled as scoped, you get a full refund of the professional fee — no questions, no fine print. Government charges already paid are pass-through and go to the government, not us.
Every quote shows the professional fee, government charges and taxes as separate lines — you approve the full breakup in writing before paying anything.
Stamp duty, filing fees and department charges go to the government, not to us. They vary by state, capital and applicant count, so we show them separately for your case.
The free consultation comes first. You only pay after you have seen the exact scope, the exact breakup and the expected timeline — no surprises later.
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Free consultation. Tell us what you need; a CA, CS or advocate maps the exact scope.
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Written quote. You receive the plan, the line-by-line breakup and the timeline in writing.
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You approve, then pay. Work starts only after you sign off on the quote.
Private Limited Company Registration Package Inclusions
- Company name approval (RUN/SPICe+) with MCA
- DIN and Class-3 DSC for all directors
- MOA and AOA drafting as per your business objects
- PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC and GST-ready incorporation (AGILE-PRO)
- Certificate of Incorporation with first-year compliance checklist
You know exactly which filings, documents and handover items belong to your selected plan.
Capital, stamp duty, applicant count and case-specific government charges are shown separately.
Choose the tier around the way you plan to operate, not simply the highest price.
Overview
Overview
The most popular type of corporate legal entity, a Private Limited Company is a company handled privately by small and medium sized businesses. With a minimum requirement of two directors and two shareholders for registration, Companies Act 2013 provides to a Private Limited Company limited liability protection for shareholders, perpetual succession, ability to raise equity funds and separate legal status. Private limited company registration is governed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies Incorporation Rules, 2014.
The minimum number of members is 2 and can go up to a maximum of 200, the upper limit raised from 50 to 200 in the Companies Act, 2013 which has replaced the Companies Act, 1956. Unlike a public company, a private limited company is not required to keep an index of its members.
The directors of the company must be individuals, whereas a corporate legal entity can be a shareholder. Additionally, foreign nationals, foreign corporate entities and NRIs are also allowed to be the directors and/or shareholders of a Company with Foreign Direct Investment.
Unique features of a private limited company like limited liability protection to shareholders, ability to raise equity funds, separate legal entity status and perpetual existence make it the most recommended type of business entity for millions of small and medium sized businesses that are family owned or professionally managed.
The liability of the members of a Private Limited Company is limited to the amount of shares respectively held by them. Shares of Private Limited Company cannot be publically traded. One who is opting for Private Limited Company can be more flexible in the short term and long term business decisions and also the complex procedures relating to management and decision making are eliminated.
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Fit
Is a private limited company the right structure for your business?
It is the most popular structure in India for good reason — but it is not the cheapest or the lightest to run. Here is an honest way to decide.
A good fit if…
- You are starting with co-founders and want clear ownership on paper from day one.
- You plan to raise investment — investors and banks understand and prefer this structure.
- You want limited liability: the company’s debts stay the company’s, not yours personally.
- You are building a brand that will sign contracts with enterprises or government buyers.
Consider something simpler if…
- You are a solo freelancer — an OPC or proprietorship costs less and asks less of you every year.
- The business will stay small with no outside funding — an LLP carries lighter annual compliance.
- You need the lowest possible setup cost right now — registration plus yearly filings add up.
Requirements
What must be decided before filing
Sort these out upfront and the filing itself is smooth. Most delays come from undecided names and mismatched documents, not from the MCA.
People
- At least 2 directors — at least one must be a resident of India (stayed in India 182+ days in the previous calendar year).
- At least 2 shareholders — the same two people can be both directors and shareholders.
- A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for every director and shareholder.
Decisions
- A unique company name — keep 2 to 3 options ready in order of preference.
- A registered office address in India — a residential address works to start with.
- Your authorized capital — there is no minimum paid-up capital, but the MOA must state a ceiling.
Documents
- PAN card and Aadhaar card of every director and shareholder.
- Address proof — bank statement or utility bill not older than 2 months.
- Registered-office proof — electricity bill or tax receipt, plus an NOC if the premises are rented.
Benefits
Advantages of the Private Limited Company
Open each benefit to see what it means for you.
Separate Legal Entity
A Private Company carries a range of legal capacities including opening of a bank account, hiring of employees, taking on equity or obtaining licenses and more as an independent corporate entity. It is recognized by the MCA as a legal entity established under the Companies Act.
Ownership
The shares of a private limited company do not have to be sold on open market, unlike a public company. They are owned by founders, management, or a group of private investors, and can be sold or transferred upon owners’ discretion. Also, Private Limited Company being an artificial person, can acquire, own, enjoy and alienate, property in its name.
Less Financial Liability
The liability of members of a Private Company is limited to the extent of shares of Company they own. In case the company is not able to pay its debt, the shareholders are not personally liable.
Venture Capital Funding
Private Limited Company is a wise choice for start-ups, as it is easier to raise venture capital funding and to offer the employees stock options. Banks and other lenders would also much rather lend to private limited companies, as compared to sole proprietors.
Confidentiality
The regulatory requirements placed on PLCs are fewer than those on public companies. They are not required to disclose information such as executive compensation, book of accounts, legal settlements. .
Easy Transferability
Transferring shares can easily transfer ownership of a business in a company, though, the consent of other shareholders maybe required to effect share transfers.
Easy to close
A Private Limited Company is easy to close as compared to other type of business. As a business is not guaranteed to succeed, choosing private limited company as a Structure saves the cost in shutting down.
Documents
Documents required for Private Limited Company Registration
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Identity and address proof (all directors & shareholders)
Verified against MCA requirements
Registered office proof
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
Not sure if your documents are ready?
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Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
Private Limited Company Registration process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
Step 1 of 7
Check eligibility and structure
You need a minimum of 2 directors and 2 shareholders (they can be the same people), and a maximum of 200 shareholders. At least one director must be resident in India. We confirm your structure works before we start.
Get DSCs for the directors
Digital Signature Certificates are required for directors to sign the incorporation filings online. Each proposed director needs one before we file.
Reserve the company name (SPICe+ Part A)
We propose two preferred names to the MCA through SPICe+ Part A. Name approval typically takes 1-2 working days. Rejection happens when the name is too similar to an existing company or trademark, so we suggest distinct options upfront.
Draft MOA and AOA
The Memorandum and Articles of Association define your company's objects and internal rules. We draft them to match your actual business activities, because a narrow MOA can block future business lines.
File SPICe+ with AGILE-PRO-S
We file the SPICe+ integrated form with the MCA, which covers incorporation, DIN allotment (up to 3 directors via SPICe+ itself), PAN and TAN. The linked AGILE-PRO-S form handles GST, EPFO, ESI and Shops & Establishment registration in one go.
Receive Certificate of Incorporation
The MCA issues the Certificate of Incorporation with your CIN, plus PAN and TAN allotted with it. From this date your company legally exists.
Complete post-incorporation compliance
After incorporation you must open a current account, issue share certificates within 60 days, appoint an auditor within 30 days, and hold the first board meeting. We keep these on your compliance calendar so nothing lapses.
Timeline
How long does it take?
With complete documents, most incorporations finish in 7 to 15 working days. Here is where the time goes.
Day 1–2 · Digital signatures
- DSCs are issued for every director and shareholder — usually within a day.
Day 2–4 · Name approval
- We file the name options through SPICe+ Part A. MCA approval typically takes 1 to 3 working days; a rejected name is the most common delay at this stage.
Day 4–12 · SPICe+ filing and MCA processing
- The full incorporation application — MOA, AOA, director details, registered office — goes in as SPICe+ Part B. MCA processing takes about 5 to 10 working days.
Day 12–15 · Certificate and PAN/TAN
- The Certificate of Incorporation arrives with your CIN, and the company’s PAN and TAN are issued alongside.
Why ComplyKart
How ComplyKart helps in this Entire Process
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Consulting
Our Company Incorporation experts will provide you with the best consultancy on Registration procedure and the required...
Help in preparing Relevant Documents
We help our clients in preparation of application and necessary documents to be presented to Registrar for Registration.
Filing of Document with Registrar
We will file the e-Form INC 32, MOA & AOA along with necessary documents required for getting the approval which is obta...
Follow-Up
Our experts continuously follow up with the development with the Authorities and ensure speedy registration process.
Consulting: Our Company Incorporation experts will provide you with the best consultancy on Registration procedure and the required documents to be provided.
After incorporation
What happens after the certificate arrives
Incorporation is the starting line, not the finish. These are the first things a new company must do — most have 30-day deadlines.
In the first 30 days
- Open a current bank account in the company’s name with the Certificate of Incorporation.
- Hold the first board meeting within 30 days of incorporation.
- Appoint the first statutory auditor within 30 days and file ADT-1.
- File INC-22 for the registered office within 30 days, if the address was not part of the SPICe+ filing.
In the first 6 months
- Issue share certificates to subscribers within 60 days of incorporation.
- File the declaration of commencement of business (INC-20A) within 180 days.
- Register for GST if your turnover crosses the threshold — or earlier, if you need input tax credit.
Annual compliance
The recurring compliance you are signing up for
A private limited company is a compliance-heavy structure — that is the price of limited liability and investor readiness. This is the honest yearly list.
Every year, without fail
- Hold at least 4 board meetings (2 for a small company), with no gap longer than 120 days.
- Get the accounts audited by the statutory auditor.
- File AOC-4 (financial statements) within 30 days of the AGM.
- File MGT-7 (annual return) within 60 days of the AGM.
- Complete DIR-3 KYC for every director by 30 September.
Also on the calendar
- Hold the AGM within 6 months of the financial year-end (usually by 30 September).
- File DPT-3 — the return on deposits and exempted borrowings — by 30 June.
- File MSME Form I every half year, if you owe MSME suppliers beyond 45 days.
- File the income tax return (and get a tax audit if turnover crosses the limits), plus monthly/quarterly GST filings.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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Comparison of Popular Company Registration Options
A practical starting point — not a substitute for advice on your specific situation.
| All Features | Private Limited | Limited Liability Partnership | Partnership Firm | One Person Company | Proprietorship Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal For | entrepreneurs with Vision | Professionals & small Traders | Small Businesses Firms | Individual Promoter | Small Business |
| Venture Capital Funding | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Limited Liability Protection | Limited on Promoters | Limited on Promoters | Unlimited Liability | Limited on Promoter | Unlimited Liability |
| Existence of Business | Perpetual Existence | Perpetual Existence | No Perpetual Existence | Perpetual Existence | No Perpetual Existence |
| Tax Advantage | Fewer Benefits | Maximum Benefits | No Benefits | Fewer Benefits | No Benefits |
| Compliances | High | Low | Minimum | High | Minimum |
| Time taken in Incorporation | 7-8 Days | 20-25 Days | 5 Days | 7-8 Days | 5 Days |
| Credibility | High | High | Low | Low | Minimum |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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There is no minimum. The Companies (Amendment) Act, 2015 removed the minimum paid-up capital requirement. You do choose an authorized capital when you incorporate — many founders start with Rs. 1 lakh — and stamp duty varies by state and authorized capital. We show you the exact figure in writing before anything is filed.
Each shareholder’s liability is limited to the amount unpaid on the shares they hold. If the company owes money, creditors cannot come after a shareholder’s personal assets — the risk stops at what was agreed for the shares. This protection falls away in cases of fraud or misuse, which is exactly why clean records matter.
At least 2 directors and at least 2 shareholders — the same two people can fill both roles. At least one director must be a resident of India (someone who stayed in India 182 days or more in the previous calendar year). A private company can have up to 200 members and up to 15 directors.
Typically 7 to 15 working days once your documents are ready: DSC in a day, name approval in 1 to 3 days, and SPICe+ processing by the MCA in about 5 to 10 working days. Name rejections and document mismatches are the usual delays — we check everything before filing so resubmissions stay rare.
SPICe+ is the MCA’s single integrated incorporation form. One filing covers name reservation and DIN for directors, and the Certificate of Incorporation arrives with the company’s PAN and TAN. EPFO, ESIC, GST and profession-tax registrations can be applied for through the same form.
Yes. Foreign nationals can be directors and shareholders, and foreign direct investment is allowed in most sectors. The only hard condition is that at least one director on the board is a resident of India.
You need a registered office address in India — it can be a residential address to start with. It goes on the Certificate of Incorporation and is where all official MCA correspondence is sent.
Authorized capital is the ceiling — the maximum share value the company is allowed to issue, stated in the MOA. Paid-up capital is what shareholders have actually paid in. You can start small and increase the authorized capital later through board and shareholder resolutions.
Every year: hold board meetings (at least 4, or 2 for a small company), get the accounts audited, file AOC-4 within 30 days of the AGM and MGT-7 within 60 days of the AGM, complete DIR-3 KYC for each director by 30 September, and file DPT-3 by 30 June. Income tax return and GST filings run alongside.
Yes. A private limited company can later be converted into a public company, an LLP, or a One Person Company (subject to conditions). The structure is not a life sentence — pick what fits today and restructure when the business demands it.
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Last verified: 6 October 2026
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