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Private Limited Company Registration in India

Launch your company with a CA-led team handling name approval, incorporation documents, MCA filings and post-registration guidance from start to finish.

  • CA-led incorporation support
  • SPICe+ filing & documentation
  • PAN & TAN with incorporation
  • End-to-end expert assistance
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  • Companies Act, 2013
  • MCA Filing
  • SPICe+
  • PAN + TAN

Incorporation package

Private Limited Company

₹7,499onwards*

Estimated timeline
10–15 working days*
Directors
Minimum 2
Shareholders
Minimum 2
Registered office
India
  • Name reservation
  • DSC support
  • DIN through incorporation
  • e-MoA
  • e-AoA
  • SPICe+
  • AGILE-PRO-S as applicable
  • PAN
  • TAN
  • Certificate of Incorporation

*Government fees, stamp duty and applicability may vary by state, authorised capital and case specifics. Timelines depend on MCA processing and document readiness.

  • Name

    Availability check

  • MCA

    SPICe+ filing

  • Status

    Expert assisted

  • Documents

    Checklist ready

Professionally reviewed by CA Suraj SoniLast reviewed

Is this right for you?

Should you register a Private Limited Company?

Usually a strong fit if you

  • plan to raise equity funding
  • want limited liability
  • have two or more founders or shareholders
  • want a scalable ownership structure
  • need stronger institutional credibility
  • may introduce investors or ESOPs later

Consider another structure if you

  • are a very small solo operation
  • want minimal recurring compliance
  • do not expect external equity investors
  • prefer simpler ownership and reporting

This is a general orientation, not individual legal advice. Entity choice should be reviewed against your specific plans.

What exactly is a Private Limited Company?

A Private Limited Company is a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 and registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Ownership sits with shareholders, management sits with directors, and the company itself holds assets, contracts and liabilities in its own name — which is why it is the structure most commonly used by businesses that intend to raise equity or scale beyond their founders.

  • Separate legal entity

    The company exists independently of its shareholders and can contract, own assets and sue or be sued in its own name.

  • Limited liability

    Shareholder liability is generally limited to their agreed contribution or shareholding exposure, subject to law.

  • Perpetual succession

    Changes in shareholders or directors do not automatically bring the entity to an end.

  • Equity structure

    Shares allow structured ownership, investor entry, and instruments such as ESOPs where properly implemented.

Why founders choose this structure

  • Limited liability

    Personal exposure of shareholders is generally confined to their shareholding commitment, subject to applicable law.

  • Separate legal identity

    Contracts, bank accounts, intellectual property and assets sit with the company, not with individuals.

  • Funding readiness

    Equity shares, cap-table clarity and statutory records are what institutional investors expect to review.

  • Business credibility

    A CIN, MCA-visible records and audited accounts support enterprise contracts, tenders and lender diligence.

  • Structured ownership

    Shareholding, board rights and transfer terms can be defined clearly between founders from day one.

  • Continuity & scalability

    The entity continues through team changes, and can add shareholders, directors or new business lines.

Eligibility at a glance

  • Minimum directors

    A private company requires at least two directors, each holding a valid DIN or obtaining one through incorporation.

  • Minimum shareholders

    At least two shareholders are required. Directors and shareholders may be the same persons.

  • Resident director

    At least one director must satisfy the residence-in-India requirement prescribed under applicable law.

  • Registered office

    An address in India capable of receiving communications, supported by address and utility documentation.

  • Lawful object

    The proposed business activity must be lawful and clearly described in the objects clause of the MoA.

  • Name availability

    The proposed name must satisfy MCA naming rules and must not conflict with existing companies or marks.

  • KYC completeness

    Valid identity and address evidence for each subscriber and director, matching across documents.

  • Foreign / NRI participation

    Permitted subject to applicable documentation, sectoral conditions and exchange-control requirements.

  • No statutory minimum paid-up capital

    There is no prescribed minimum paid-up capital for a private company; capital should still be set sensibly, as authorised capital can affect stamp duty and fees.

Readiness check

Are you ready to incorporate?

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Getting started

Let's get the basics in place.

  • 01

    Do you have at least two proposed shareholders?

  • 02

    Do you have at least two proposed directors?

  • 03

    Is at least one director resident in India as required under applicable law?

  • 04

    Have you shortlisted company names?

  • 05

    Do you have a registered-office address or a proposed address?

  • 06

    Do you know the principal business activity?

Your score is only a starting point. A short consultation can confirm your proposed structure, name strategy and documentation before filing begins.

Documents you'll need

  • PAN of every proposed director and shareholder
  • Identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence)
  • Residential/address proof — recent bank statement or utility bill
  • Email address for each subscriber
  • Mobile number for each subscriber
  • Passport-size photograph, where required by the workflow

From idea to incorporated company.

A clear process. No guessing what happens next.

  1. 01Day 1–2

    Information & KYC

    We collect promoter KYC, proposed shareholding, capital structure, business activity and registered-office details, and review them for completeness before anything is filed.

  2. 02Day 2–4

    Digital Signature Certificates

    DSCs are arranged for the proposed directors and subscribers, since MCA incorporation forms are signed digitally.

  3. 03Day 3–6

    Name selection

    We review your shortlisted names against MCA availability rules and existing marks, then apply for reservation. Approval is at the Registrar's discretion.

  4. 04Day 4–7

    Drafting

    MoA, AoA, declarations, consents and office-address documentation are prepared for signature.

  5. 05Day 6–9

    SPICe+ filing

    The incorporation application and linked forms are filed with the Registrar of Companies, together with the applicable PAN and TAN requests.

  6. 06Varies

    MCA processing

    The Registrar examines the application. Any resubmission or clarification is handled by our team. Processing time depends on MCA systems and the completeness of the application.

  7. 07On approval

    Certificate & next steps

    You receive the Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN and TAN, and a briefing on immediate post-incorporation obligations.

Not sure if Private Limited is right for you?

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Your incorporation kit

Everything required to get your company incorporated.

  • 01

    Name reservation — SPICe+ Part A

    Included

    Availability review and name application, with resubmission support where the Registrar requires it.

  • 02

    Digital Signature Certificates

    Included

    DSC procurement support for proposed directors and subscribers as required for e-filing.

  • 03

    DIN through the incorporation process

    Included

    Director identification numbers allotted through incorporation for proposed directors who do not already hold one.

  • 04

    e-Memorandum of Association

    Included

    Objects clause drafted to reflect your actual and intended business activity.

  • 05

    e-Articles of Association

    Included

    Internal governance terms prepared for the company's shareholding and board.

  • 06

    SPICe+ Part B

    Included

    Incorporation application prepared, verified and filed with the Registrar of Companies.

  • 07

    AGILE-PRO-S linked filing, as applicable

    Included

    Linked registrations are filed as part of the incorporation set; applicability differs by registration and by your state and activity.

  • 08

    PAN

    Included

    Company PAN applied for through the linked incorporation process.

  • 09

    TAN

    Included

    Company TAN applied for through the linked incorporation process.

  • 10

    Certificate of Incorporation & CIN

    Included

    Certificate issued by the Registrar on approval, handed over with your statutory identifiers.

  • 11

    Bank account facilitation

    On request

    Coordination and documentation support for opening the company's current account, where applicable.

  • 12

    INC-20A commencement filing

    On request

    Declaration of commencement of business assistance where applicable to your company.

Linked registrations under the incorporation forms are not universally applicable — for example GST registration is applied for only where you opt for it or it is required. We confirm applicability for your case before filing.

Know what you're paying for.

One transparent professional engagement — no artificial tiering. The final payable amount depends on statutory charges that vary by state and by authorised capital.

All-inclusive from

₹7,499onwards*

  • Professional services

    MYFINTAX fee

    CA-led advisory, drafting, filing, resubmission handling and post-incorporation briefing.

  • Government filing fees

    Statutory

    MCA fees payable on incorporation forms, as prescribed from time to time.

  • State stamp duty

    Varies

    Levied on incorporation documents; the amount differs by state and authorised capital.

  • Digital Signature Certificates

    Varies

    Charged per signatory, depending on the certifying authority and validity period.

  • Other applicable charges

    Varies

    Notarisation, apostille or similar charges where non-resident subscribers are involved.

We do not present a single all-inclusive figure, because stamp duty, authorised capital and DSC counts genuinely change the total. You receive a written quote covering every line before work starts.

Which business structure fits your plans?

ParameterPrivate LimitedPopular for scalable startupsLLPOPCProprietorship
Legal identitySeparate entitySeparate entitySeparate entitySame as owner
LiabilityLimitedLimitedLimitedUnlimited
Minimum owners2 shareholders2 partners1 member1 proprietor
Equity investment suitabilityHighLimitedRestrictedNot suitable
Compliance levelHigherModerateModerate–higherLow
ContinuityPerpetualPerpetualPerpetual with nomineeEnds with owner
ESOP suitabilitySuitableNot applicableLimitedNot applicable
Institutional fundingCommonly preferredUncommonUncommonRare
Typical use caseScalable, investor-backed businessProfessional and partner-led firmsSolo founder wanting corporate formSmall owner-run trade or service

No structure is universally best. The right choice depends on ownership plans, funding intent and the compliance you are willing to carry.

The certificate is the beginning

Your first 180 days after incorporation.

  1. Immediately

    Set the company up to operate

    • Open the company bank account
    • Begin statutory records and registers
    • Put invoicing, contracts and operational basics in place

  2. Within 30 days

    Board and audit formalities

    • Hold the first board meeting within the prescribed period
    • Appoint the first auditor as applicable
    • Record board resolutions properly

  3. Early stage

    Records and accounting

    • Issue share certificates and pay applicable stamp duty
    • Maintain statutory registers
    • Set up accounting and document workflows

  4. Within prescribed period

    Commencement declaration

    • File INC-20A where applicable, after receipt of subscription money
    • Retain supporting bank evidence

  5. Ongoing

    Running compliance

    • Accounting and MIS
    • GST where applicable
    • TDS and payroll
    • ROC annual filings
    • Income-tax return and audit as applicable

Deadlines and applicability depend on your company's facts and current law. We confirm your calendar at handover.

Registration is one event. Building a compliant business is continuous.

The same team that incorporates your company can carry the compliance forward — with one point of contact instead of five vendors.

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Avoid these incorporation mistakes.

  • Choosing a name before checking trademark conflicts

    MCA name approval looks at company-name rules. A name can be approved and still conflict with someone else's registered mark, which becomes expensive after you have built a brand around it.

  • Vague or inappropriate objects and activity descriptions

    The objects clause and activity code influence approvals, banking and later registrations. Copy-pasted objects create friction long after incorporation.

  • Weak registered-office documentation

    Missing NOCs, mismatched addresses or outdated utility bills are among the most common reasons for resubmission.

  • Getting the shareholding structure wrong

    Splitting equity casually between founders, or ignoring vesting, is difficult and costly to correct once investors are involved.

  • Ignoring post-incorporation compliance

    First board meeting, auditor appointment and INC-20A where applicable are time-bound. Missing them creates penalties from month one.

  • Choosing Private Limited without understanding annual compliance

    A company carries recurring ROC, audit and tax obligations. That cost should be a conscious decision, not a surprise.

  • Delaying accounting and statutory records

    Reconstructing the first year's books before an audit or a funding round always costs more than maintaining them from day one.

Why MYFINTAX

  • CA-led judgement

    Your structure, objects and shareholding are reviewed by a Chartered Accountant — not merely submitted through a form.

  • End-to-end responsibility

    One team from name approval to the compliance that follows incorporation.

  • Transparent scope

    You know what is included, what is statutory and what varies before you commit.

  • Business-first advice

    Entity choice is considered against your funding and growth plans, not sold as a default.

  • Continuity

    Accounting, GST, TDS, payroll, ROC and CFO support sit in the same ecosystem when you need them.

  • “MYFINTAX has been a true partner in our compliance journey. From GST filings and ROC annual returns to trademark registration, everything is handled professionally and on time. Their proactive approach has helped our creative brand stay protected and compliant.”

    Snehal Tripathi

    Director, Roboto Studio Pvt Ltd

  • “Our export compliance, IEC, and legal structuring were managed end-to-end by MYFINTAX. Their expert guidance on Startup India registration and tax exemption eligibility was particularly valuable for our global trade operations.”

    Shweta SK Tirkey

    Director, ArchAngel Exim Private Limited

  • “As a financial services business, MYFINTAX's assistance with DPIIT recognition, income tax filings, and trademark protection gave us the right support for our growth journey. Their team understands the nuances of regulatory compliance and startup taxation and provides practical guidance whenever required.”

    Nitin Nashine

    Director, GISA Insurance Brokers Limited

A company name approval is not the same as trademark protection.

MCA name availability confirms you can incorporate under that name. Exclusive rights over a brand name or logo are a separate matter, secured through trademark registration in the relevant classes.

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Building a startup?

After incorporation, eligible businesses may consider DPIIT recognition under Startup India, subject to prescribed criteria. We assess eligibility rather than assume it.

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FAQs

Private Limited Company Registration in India — questions founders ask

Still unsure? A short call with a Chartered Accountant is usually faster than reading one more page.

Let's build together

Ready to build a smarter business?

Start your company with the right structure and professional guidance — and stay supported after incorporation.

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CA Suraj Soni · Chartered Accountant · Founder, MYFINTAX

Content reviewed for current regulatory and procedural relevance on .

Companies Act, 2013 and the MCA incorporation process (SPICe+ Part A / Part B and linked forms).

Content is for general informational purposes and does not constitute case-specific professional advice. Requirements, fees and processing depend on your facts and current Government procedure.

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