Private Limited Company

Private Limited Company Registration in India

The preferred choice for startups and scalable businesses — offering separate legal identity, limited liability and investor-friendly structure.

  • Easy fundraising & investor-friendly
  • Limited liability protection
  • Strong business credibility
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What is a Private Limited Company?

A Private Limited Company is a separate legal entity formed under the Companies Act, offering limited liability to shareholders, a clear ownership structure, and a governance model that supports fundraising and growth.

Who should consider this structure?

  • Founders planning to raise external investment (angels, VCs)
  • Businesses aiming to scale operations with multiple stakeholders
  • Service providers and product companies seeking market credibility
Separate Legal Identity: Company owns assets and signs contracts in its name.
Limited Liability: Shareholders' risk is limited to unpaid share value.
Investor Friendly: Shares, vesting and option plans enable fundraising and ESOP structures.

Quick Comparison: Business Structures

A quick glance at how common business structures compare across suitability, liability, compliance and cost.

Private Limited Company

  • Ideal for: Startups & growing companies
  • Liability: Limited
  • Compliances: High
  • Time: 10–12 days
  • Charges: Rs. 7,999

One Person Company

  • Ideal for: Single promoters
  • Liability: Limited
  • Compliances: High
  • Time: 10–12 days
  • Charges: Rs. 7,999

Sole Proprietorship

  • Ideal for: Small traders & manufacturers
  • Liability: Unlimited
  • Compliances: Minimal
  • Time: 3–4 days
  • Charges: Rs. 1,999

Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

  • Ideal for: Professionals & small firms
  • Liability: Limited
  • Compliances: Low
  • Time: 10–15 days
  • Charges: Rs. 7,999

Partnership Firm

  • Ideal for: Small business & home business
  • Liability: Unlimited (partners liable)
  • Compliances: Minimal
  • Time: 5–10 days
  • Charges: Rs. 3,499

Note: Costs and timelines are indicative. Exact pricing depends on chosen services.

Documents Required

Please prepare clear scanned copies (PDF or JPEG) of the documents listed below. Label files with the person's name and document type.

Identity Documents

PAN Card Copy

PAN card copy for each director/partner (clear, both sides if required).

Passport Size Photo

Recent passport-style photo of each director/partner (JPEG).

Contact Details

Contact Details of Partners

Provide Email ID and Mobile Number for each partner/director.

Alternate ID Proof (Any one)

Driving Licence / Voter Card / Passport

Provide at least one government photo ID in addition to PAN/Aadhaar.

Address Proof (Any one)

Utility Bill / Bank Statement

Electricity, telephone, gas, property tax bill or bank statement (last 3 months).

Tip: Keep scans slightly compressed (≤2MB) and ensure all text is legible. We accept PDF and JPEG files.

Procedure for Incorporation

A concise, step-by-step flow to incorporate your Private Limited Company.

1

Obtain DSC

Directors obtain Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) to sign electronic filings.

2

Apply for DIN

Director Identification Number (DIN) is applied for directors who do not already have one.

3

Application for Name Availability

Reserve the desired company name using RUN / SPICe+ name reservation process with the MCA.

4

Submission of MoA & AoA

Prepare and submit the Memorandum and Articles of Association along with incorporation forms.

5

Apply for PAN & TAN

Apply for company PAN and TAN as part of the incorporation workflow.

6

Certificate of Incorporation

ROC issues the Certificate of Incorporation; PAN and TAN details are included with the certificate.

Benefits of Private Limited Company

There are various benefits for incorporating a Private Limited Company. Some important benefits are described below.

Members

There shall be at least two directors to start a private limited company, and there can be a maximum of 200 members. Having a larger membership base helps the company grow faster by enabling capital contributions, improving credit stability and bringing diverse ideas and resources to the business.

Limited Liability

The liability of each member or shareholder is limited to the contribution made by them to the company. Personal assets of shareholders are generally protected from business liabilities.

Raising Capital

Many entrepreneurs choose Private Limited Company registration even though it involves annual compliances; the form makes it easier to raise funds (equity, debt) to expand the business and attract investors.

Continuing Existence

The Private Limited Company is an artificial person created by law and continues to exist irrespective of changes in membership or death of members. The company's existence is unaffected by the personal circumstances of individual shareholders.

Choose your package & proceed to pay

Select a package and proceed to onboarding — transparent pricing to help you decide.

BASIC
Rs. 6,999
  • 2 DSC Token
  • 2 DIN Number for Director
  • Name Approval for company
  • Authorized capital of 1 lakh
  • Incorporation fees
  • PAN And TAN of Company
  • PF And ESIC Number
  • Bank Account Opening
  • Incorporation KIT
Choose BASIC
STANDARD
Rs. 7,999
  • 2 DSC Token
  • 2 DIN Number for Director
  • Name Approval for company
  • Authorized capital of 1 lakh
  • Incorporation fees
  • PAN And TAN of Company
  • PF And ESIC Number
  • Bank Account Opening
  • Incorporation KIT
  • Goods And Service Tax (GST)
  • Udyam Registration
Choose STANDARD
PREMIUM
Rs. 11,999
  • 2 DSC Token
  • 2 DIN Number for Director
  • Name Approval for company
  • Authorized capital of 5 lakh
  • Incorporation fees
  • PAN And TAN of Company
  • PF And ESIC Number
  • Bank Account Opening
  • Incorporation KIT
  • Goods And Service Tax (GST)
  • Udyam Registration
  • Import Export Code (IEC)
  • ISO Certification (3 Years Validity)
Choose PREMIUM

Registration Process

Simple, step-by-step process — we manage filings and coordination.

1

Submit details & documents

Shareholders & directors details and required documents.

2

Name approval (RUN)

Reserve preferred company name with MCA.

3

DSC & DIN allotment

We assist directors with DSC and DIN (if required).

4

MCA filing (SPICe+)

Submission of SPICe+ and related forms for incorporation.

5

Certificate of Incorporation

Receive incorporation certificate and KYC documents — company ready to operate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Minimum directors required for a Private Limited Company?
A minimum of two directors is required, one of whom must be an Indian resident.
Minimum capital requirement?
There is no statutory minimum paid-up capital for a Private Limited Company; companies set capital as per their needs.
Is GST mandatory?
GST registration depends on turnover and business activity. If turnover exceeds threshold limits, GST is mandatory.
Time required for registration?
Typical timelines range from 7–21 working days depending on document readiness and MCA processing.
Annual compliance requirements?
Companies must file annual returns, financial statements and hold board meetings as per Companies Act requirements.

What Our Clients Say

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Ritika Sharma Founder, Bloom Foods
Mar 2025
Comply-Care handled our company incorporation and annual filings with absolute professionalism.
Amit DesaiCOO, TechBridge
Excellent guidance on GST and tax filings — prompt and reliable.
Leena KapoorDirector, Kapur & Co
Proactive, detail-oriented service from incorporation to post-filing support.

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