Pillar Guide
Company Formation in India
Everything you need to register a Private Limited company, LLP, OPC or foreign subsidiary in India — SPICe+ filings, timelines, documents and post-incorporation compliance, handled by Chartered Accountants.
Which structure suits you?
Choosing the right vehicle up-front avoids costly restructuring later. The most common structures are:
Private Limited Company
Best for startups and businesses raising equity — ESOP-friendly, FDI-ready, standard investor structure.
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Limited liability with lighter annual compliance — a fit for services, consulting and professional firms.
One Person Company (OPC)
Solo founders who want limited liability protection with a corporate wrapper.
Foreign Subsidiary (WOS)
Wholly Owned Subsidiary of a foreign parent, incorporated under the automatic FDI route.
The SPICe+ process, step-by-step
- 1
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Class 3 DSCs for every proposed director and subscriber — 1-2 working days.
- 2
Name reservation via SPICe+ Part A
Two proposed names checked against MCA and trademark databases before filing.
- 3
DIN allotment + MOA & AOA drafting
DINs are issued through SPICe+ itself; MOA/AOA drafted to reflect your business objects.
- 4
SPICe+ Part B + AGILE-PRO + INC-9
Integrated filing for incorporation, PAN, TAN, GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC and bank account.
- 5
Certificate of Incorporation
CoI with CIN, PAN and TAN issued electronically by MCA.
- 6
Post-incorporation compliance
INC-20A (commencement), first board meeting, statutory registers, GST registration and books setup.
Documents required
- PAN & Aadhaar of Indian directors / shareholders
- Passport (mandatory) for NRIs and foreign nationals — apostilled where applicable
- Recent address proof (bank statement / utility bill) — not older than 2 months
- Passport-size photograph and email / mobile of each director
- Registered office proof — rent agreement, NOC and latest utility bill
Pvt Ltd vs LLP vs OPC
| Feature | Pvt Ltd | LLP | OPC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum members | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Minimum directors / partners | 2 directors | 2 designated partners | 1 director + 1 nominee |
| Liability | Limited | Limited | Limited |
| Equity funding | Yes — VC / PE friendly | No (partner capital only) | Restricted |
| Annual compliance | Higher | Lower | Moderate |
| Best for | Startups & growth businesses | Services & professional firms | Solo founders |
Why work with our Chartered Accountants
Our team combines Big 4 pedigree with hands-on cross-border experience. Incorporation is only step one — we build your compliance calendar, wire up books and reporting, and stay on as your CAs for GST, TDS, ROC and audit.
Founders often pair incorporation with Startup India (DPIIT) registration and Udyam / MSME registration via our sister firm SME Advisory. Once the company is live, SME Advisory also runs annual ROC compliance for a Pvt Ltd, while our audit partner Regi Tom Antony & Associates handles ROC & secretarial compliance and the statutory audit.
Company registration in every Indian state
Central via MCA SPICe+ — pick your state to see localised guidance.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the minimum requirement for a Private Limited company?
Should I choose Pvt Ltd, LLP or OPC?
Do you register companies in all Indian states?
Can NRIs or foreign nationals form a company in India?
Reviewed by CA Regi Tom Antony, Regi Tom Antony & Associates. Last updated: July 2026.
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