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Private Limited Company

A private limited company is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. Ownership is represented by shares, member liability is generally limited to unpaid share capital, and the company continues despite a change in shareholders.

Starting price₹1,999
Estimated timelineUsually 7–10 business days after complete, correctly signed documents
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AuthorityMinistry of Corporate Affairs — jurisdictional Registrar of Companies

Official filing destination

Realistic timeframe7–10 business days

After complete documents

Information reviewedJuly 2026

Verify case-specific rules before filing

Service definition

What Private Limited Company means

A private limited company is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. Ownership is represented by shares, member liability is generally limited to unpaid share capital, and the company continues despite a change in shareholders.

Who this service is suitable for

  • Startups planning to raise equity investment
  • Businesses with two or more founders
  • Companies that want limited liability and a formal ownership structure
  • Businesses expecting ESOPs, institutional clients or rapid scale

Eligibility requirements

  • At least two directors and two shareholders; the same people may hold both roles
  • At least one director must satisfy the applicable Indian residency requirement
  • A lawful registered office address in India
  • A proposed name and lawful business objects acceptable to the Registrar of Companies

Key benefits

  • Separate legal identity for contracts, assets and liabilities
  • Limited liability for shareholders
  • Clear equity ownership and easier share issuance
  • Perpetual succession and stronger institutional credibility

Limitations and important considerations

  • More annual compliance than a proprietorship or partnership
  • Directors carry statutory duties and may face penalties for default
  • Company funds are separate from founders' personal money
  • Closing an inactive company requires a formal process

Exact preparation list

Documents required

Clear, current and matching records reduce avoidable queries. Foreign documents may need notarisation or apostille where stated.

01

PAN and address proof of every Indian director and shareholder

02

Passport and overseas address proof for foreign subscribers, notarised/apostilled as applicable

03

Recent utility bill for the registered office

04

Ownership document or rent agreement plus owner NOC

05

Director email IDs, mobile numbers, occupations and place of birth

06

Proposed company names, business objects and shareholding split

Application process

Step by step

Usually 7–10 business days after complete, correctly signed documents; name rejection or ROC resubmission can extend this.

01

Obtain or arrange Digital Signature Certificates for proposed directors

02

Check name availability and prepare the SPICe+ Part A name request

03

Prepare SPICe+ Part B, e-MOA, e-AOA, AGILE-PRO-S and linked declarations

04

Submit incorporation forms and statutory fees to MCA

05

Answer any Registrar resubmission with corrected documents

06

Receive the Certificate of Incorporation, CIN, PAN and TAN

Transparent pricing

Professional, government and optional costs

No government charge is presented as a CorpFile fee. Your final quotation confirms the exact scope before payment.

CorpFile professional feeStarting at ₹1,999

Standard incorporation support for a straightforward resident-founder case

Government and statutory chargesAt actuals

Depends on authorised capital, state stamp duty, DSCs and form requirements

TaxesGST extra

Applied to professional fees as required

What’s included

  • Structure and name consultation
  • Incorporation document checklist
  • SPICe+ and linked-form preparation
  • One standard ROC resubmission response
  • Digital incorporation documents when approved

What’s not included

  • Government fee, stamp duty or authority charges unless expressly listed
  • Notary, apostille, courier, translation or physical visit costs
  • Work triggered by litigation, hearing, inspection or a material scope change

Customer handover

Exact deliverables you receive

✓

Certificate of Incorporation

✓

Corporate Identity Number (CIN)

✓

PAN and TAN allotment

✓

Approved e-MOA and e-AOA

✓

DIN allotment for eligible first directors through incorporation

Common application mistakes

  • Choosing a name too close to an existing company or trademark
  • Mismatch between PAN, address proof and DSC details
  • Using an old utility bill or incomplete registered-office evidence
  • Drafting business objects that do not match the proposed activity

Common rejection, objection or delay reasons

  • Name similarity or restricted-word objection
  • Blurry, expired or inconsistent KYC documents
  • Unsigned linked forms or DSC validation failure
  • ROC resubmission seeking clarification on objects, capital or premises

Location matters

State-specific cost or procedure

Stamp duty on the memorandum, articles and incorporation documents varies by state and authorised share capital. The registered-office state therefore changes the government-cost component.

Post-completion compliance

  • Hold the first board meeting and appoint the first auditor within the statutory period
  • Issue share certificates and maintain statutory registers
  • File commencement declaration where applicable before starting business or borrowing
  • Maintain books, complete annual financial statements and file AOC-4 and MGT-7/MGT-7A
  • Complete income-tax, TDS, GST and other registrations or returns as applicable

Validity and renewal

How long it remains valid

The company exists until formally struck off, wound up or otherwise dissolved; there is no registration renewal.

Non-compliance risk

Penalties and practical consequences

These are common risks, not a substitute for advice on an existing default or notice.

What can go wrong

  • Late annual filings attract additional fees and possible officer penalties
  • Failure to file the commencement declaration can restrict operations and expose the company to action
  • Persistent default may lead to director disqualification or company strike-off

Service-specific answers

Private Limited Company FAQs

Requirements can change with facts, jurisdiction and authority instructions.

Can one person own the entire private company?

A standard private limited company needs at least two members. A solo founder may consider an OPC, or use a genuine second shareholder with an appropriate ownership arrangement.

Is minimum paid-up capital required?

The Companies Act does not prescribe the old ₹1 lakh minimum. Capital should match the business plan and applicable stamp-duty implications.

Can a home address be the registered office?

Yes, if valid occupancy evidence, a recent utility bill and the owner's consent are available.

Genuine client feedback

Client experience with this service

RS
Rajesh SharmaCompany Registration
★★★★★
“Getting my company registered was much easier than I expected. The team guided me through every step and completed the process on time. Highly recommended for anyone starting a new business.”
VM
Vivek MalhotraPrivate Limited Company
★★★★★
“I got my Private Limited Company registered quickly with complete transparency. The pricing was fair, and the service exceeded my expectations.”
KP
Karan PatelCompany Incorporation
★★★★★
“Professional service from start to finish. They handled my company incorporation efficiently and kept me informed throughout the process.”

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