Company Registration
Register a Startup In India

Following are the types of business (types of company registration in india)  that you may choose from. Each type has unique features and compliance requirements, making it essential to choose one that aligns with your business objectives and structure. You may refer to our detailed analysis of business types in India. 

• Private Limited Company
• Public Limited Company
• One Person Company (OPC)
• Partnership Firm
• Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
• Section 8 Company
• Nidhi Company

In India, registering a company is a seamless process that can be done online without visiting government offices. This efficient process involves preparing the necessary documents, obtaining Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), drafting a Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA), and filing the SPICe Plus form. Usually, the incorporation process takes around 3-7 working days, but the time may vary depending on several factors. For a detailed analysis of the process of setting up a company, you may refer to the instructions provided here. The typical process to set up a company in India is as follows:

• Choose Business Structure
• Obtain DIN
• Acquire DSC
• Select Company Name
• Draft MOA and AOA
• Submit SPICe+ Form
• MCA Verification
• Issuance of COI

The cost of registering a Private Limited Company in India depends on various factors, such as the number of promoters, the authorised capital of the company, and the location of its registered office. The registration fees can also differ as these factors vary in each case. If you require specific details or a tailored estimation of the registration cost, it’s advisable to consult directly with our experts.  Factors Affecting the Company Registration Cost

• Number of Directors or Shareholders
• Proposed Capital of the Company
• The state where the company will have its registered office

The basic documents of the promoters are required, which are listed below. Apart from the promoter document, proof of the registered office address is also submitted with NOC from the owner of the premises where the company’s registered office shall be situated. 

1. PAN Card
2. Aadhar
3. Identity and address proofs of all promoters
4. DSC of all directors and shareholders
5. Proof of registered office address
6. No Objection Certificate from the owner of registered premises

No, GST Registration is not required for company registration at all. The incorporation process has created a new legal entity in India. GST is applied to the new company only after it comes into existence. Therefore, GST is not a prerequisite for the incorporation of companies in India.

Section 4 of the Companies Act states that a new company in India can only be registered with a unique name that is not the same or similar to an existing business, including a company, LLP, or trademark. Sometimes, the desired company name may not be available, or the application for name reservation may be rejected by the ROC. We advise our customers to consider alternative names, as ROC has discretion in approving or rejecting names based on regulations.

No, the physical presence of the promoters is not needed as the entire incorporation process is digital and no physical paper is submitted to the ROC.

Yes, under section 139 of the Companies Act 2013, every company has to get its books or financial statement audited by a practising chartered accountant before the AGM.

Yes, a person employed on salary in any other organisation can be a director in the Private Limited Company.

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is a secure electronic identification that provides a digital signature for individuals or entities involved in online transactions. In the context of online company registration in India, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) requires the use of DSC to file electronic forms on its portal.

Registering a company online in India typically takes 2 to 7 days. However, if the documents submitted are not in order, if the details provided in the application are incorrect, or if the ROC Office is experiencing an unusual workload, then the process might take longer than expected.

Requirements for Pvt Ltd Company Registration in India:

• 2 Shareholders & 2 Directors 
• At Least One Indian Resident Director 
• A valid and unique company name 
• A Registered Office 
• Identity and Address Proof of Promoters 
• Digital Signature of Authorised Director
• Proof of Registered Address
• NOC from the registered premises owner

For the purpose of ensuring company name availability, the promoters are required to file an online application in Part A of the Spice Plus form at www.mca.gov.in. The application may be submitted with two names in order of preference along with the significance of the proposed name for the new company. The approval process is discretionary and guided by section 4 of the Companies Act and rule 8 of the Company Incorporation Rules.

Once a company is incorporated, the ROC issues a Certificate of Incorporation. Along with this, companies also receive their PAN and TAN for income tax and TDS compliance. To commence their business operations, they must meet a few post-incorporation compliances:

1. Appointment of First Auditor
2. Organise First Board Meeting
3. Intimate Registered Office Address within 30 days 
4. Submit Declaration of Business Commencement (INC-20A)
5. Issue Share Certificates within 60 Days

If you want to check the registration status of a company, you can do it easily online via the Ministry of Corporate Affairs website. Just follow these steps

1. Go to the “MCA Services” option on the official MCA website.  
2. From the dropdown, select “View Company / LLP Master Data”.
3. Enter the CIN of the company you wish to check the status. 
4. Company registration status will be displayed on your screen.

The private limited company is subject to the provisions of the Companies Act, which require the preparation of registers such as the shareholder register, list of directors, share transfer register, and minutes of every board and shareholders meeting. A minimum of four board meetings is mandatory during the financial year. At the end of the financial year, the financial statements need to be audited, and the annual return is required to be filed.

The company is also required to report the changes in directors, address and the particulars of any special resolution that is adopted by the shareholders in MGT-14 on the basis of events that may occur.

For the purpose of filing the ITR of the company, the ITR -6 is filed as a comprehensive form as prescribed under the Income Tax Rules.