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Private Limited Company Registration

Build a Company Designed for Growth

Register your Private Limited Company with MCA and create a legally incorporated company with a separate corporate identity and limited-liability framework.

Ideal for entrepreneurs, startups, family businesses and growing businesses that want a formal company structure and may need to bring in investors, shareholders or additional directors in the future.

Separate Legal Entity

Limited Liability

Multiple Shareholders

Growth Ready

Investment Friendly

MCA Incorporated

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Private Limited Company at a Glance

2+Shareholders Required

2+Directors Required

200Max Members (Generally)

MCAIncorporated Structure

Suitable for startups, technology businesses, e-commerce, agencies and businesses with multiple founders who want ownership represented through shares.

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Proposed Company Name

Number of Directors

Number of Shareholders

Business Activity

State

Expected Investment

Expected Turnover

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Separate Legal Entity

The company operates as a body corporate separate from its members.

Limited Liability

Members' liability is generally limited, subject to applicable law and exceptions.

Multiple Shareholders

A Private Limited Company can have two or more members and generally up to 200.

Growth Ready

The structure can accommodate additional shareholders and directors as you grow.

Investment Friendly

The share-based structure is generally suited when equity investment is planned.

MCA Incorporated

The company is incorporated through MCA's company incorporation system.

Overview

What is a Private Limited Company?

A Private Limited Company is a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 with private-company characteristics prescribed by the Act. The law permits two or more persons to form a private company by subscribing their names to the memorandum and complying with the incorporation requirements.

A body corporate, registered with MCA

Incorporation happens through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' company incorporation system, giving the company its own legal identity separate from its shareholders.

Restricted share transfer, capped membership

A private company's Articles restrict the right to transfer shares, limit members to 200 (except specified exclusions) and prohibit any invitation to the public to subscribe to its securities.

Shareholders own, directors manage

Example — Founder A holds 60% shares and Founder B holds 40%: both become shareholders, while directors manage the company as per the Companies Act, Articles and applicable resolutions.

Founders reviewing company structure in a modern office

Ownership, Control & GrowthCorporate structure, founder-led

Why Choose Private Limited?

Built for ownership, control and growth.

Separate Legal Identity

The company operates as a corporate entity separate from its shareholders.

Limited Liability

Liability is generally limited to the amount unpaid on shares, subject to law.

Multiple Shareholders

Two or more members, generally up to 200, subject to the Companies Act.

Pvt Ltd

Structured. Fundable.
Built to Scale.

Growth Ready

Can accommodate additional shareholders and directors as the business develops.

Investment Friendly

More suitable than a proprietorship or partnership when equity investment is planned.

MCA Incorporated

Incorporated through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' incorporation system.

Basic Requirements

What Is Required?

Minimum Members

2 members/shareholders are required to form a normal private company.

Maximum Members

Generally 200 members, subject to the exclusions and conditions in the Companies Act.

Minimum Directors

A private company must have at least 2 directors.

Maximum Directors

Normal statutory maximum is 15 directors; more is possible after a prescribed special resolution.

Resident Director

At least one director must stay in India for the prescribed period during the financial year (proportionate in the first year for newly incorporated companies).

An Important Distinction

Shareholders vs Directors — What Is the Difference?

Shareholder

A shareholder owns shares in the company. This represents ownership according to the company's shareholding.

Founder A70%

Founder B30%

Director

A director is responsible for participating in the management and governance of the company. A shareholder can also be a director — but the roles are legally different.

Founder A — ShareholderYes

Founder A — DirectorYes

Share Capital

How Much Capital Is Required?

The earlier minimum paid-up capital requirement for private companies was removed. There is no general statutory requirement that every new private company must have ₹1 lakh paid-up capital merely to incorporate — founders can structure capital according to the business requirement.

Authorised Share Capital

The maximum share capital that the company is authorised to issue under its constitutional documents. This can be increased later through the applicable corporate procedure.

Paid-Up Share Capital

The amount actually subscribed and paid by shareholders for the shares issued to them — the amount currently invested into the company.

Example	Authorised Capital	Paid-Up Capital
Example 1	₹1,00,000	₹10,000
Example 2	₹10,00,000	₹1,00,000

These are examples of possible structures, not mandatory amounts. Do not treat ₹1 lakh as a mandatory minimum paid-up capital requirement.

Benefits

Key Benefits of Private Limited Company

What a properly registered Private Limited Company can do for your business.

Separate Legal Identity

The company operates as a corporate entity separate from its shareholders.

Limited Liability

Shareholder liability is generally limited according to the company's share structure.

Multiple Owners

Two or more founders can own the company through shares.

Share-Based Ownership

Ownership can be represented through shareholding percentages.

Investment Friendly

Generally better suited than a proprietorship or partnership for equity investment.

Business Continuity

The company has perpetual succession as a corporate entity.

Easier Ownership Transfer

Shares can be transferred subject to the company's Articles and applicable law.

Growth Potential

Add shareholders, directors and capital as the business grows.

Professional Structure

Useful for businesses dealing with clients, vendors, employees and institutional partners.

Corporate Banking

The company can operate dedicated business banking arrangements.

Ideal For

Who Should Choose a Private Limited Company?

Startups

If you are building a startup and may raise equity investment in the future.

Technology Businesses

Software, SaaS, IT services, app development and technology companies.

E-Commerce Businesses

Online marketplaces, D2C brands and online retailers.

Agencies

Digital marketing, advertising, design and consulting agencies.

Family Businesses

Businesses where ownership needs to be divided among family members.

Growing Businesses

Existing businesses planning to expand operations, employees, locations or investment.

The Registration Process

How Private Limited Company Registration Works

From first consultation to your Certificate of Incorporation, we handle every step.

Plan

Business structure, founders, directors, shareholding & capital.

Name & Documents

Name selection, DSC, KYC, registered office & incorporation documents.

SPICe+ Filing

SPICe+ Part A/B, MOA, AOA, INC-9 & AGILE-PRO-S.

MCA Verification

ROC review, clarification and resubmission if required.

Incorporation

Certificate of Incorporation, CIN, PAN/TAN and company documents.

Business Ready

Bank account, GST/MSME where applicable and ongoing compliance.

Planning & Documentation

Business Consultation

Business activity, founders, ownership, directors, investment and applicable licences discussed.

Founder & Shareholding Planning

Deciding shareholders, directors, share percentages and capital contribution.

Check Name Availability

Evaluated against MCA naming requirements, existing names and trademark conflicts.

Obtain DSC

Digital Signature Certificate for incorporation forms and e-filings.

DIN / Director Identification

Director details, DIN-related filing, KYC and identity documents.

Prepare Company Documents

MOA, AOA, subscriber details, director details and registered office documents.

Filing & Incorporation

Prepare SPICe+ Part A

Company name application — name, company type, business activity, NIC code and objects.

Prepare SPICe+ Part B

Main incorporation application — company details, capital, subscribers, directors, PAN/TAN.

File e-MOA & e-AOA

Electronic constitutional documents linked with the incorporation filing.

AGILE-PRO-S

Linked application for GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC, Professional Tax and bank account, where applicable.

Submit & Pay Government Fees

Prepare, verify, DSC sign, submit and pay applicable fees and stamp duty to MCA.

MCA / ROC Examination

Government verification of name, objects, directors, shareholders and attachments.

Post-Incorporation

Certificate of Incorporation

Receive Certificate of Incorporation, CIN, PAN and TAN where applicable.

Registered Office Compliance

Registered-office verification required within 30 days of incorporation.

Commencement of Business

Section 10A declaration filing within the prescribed period, where applicable.

Open Company Bank Account

Business banking using incorporation and KYC documentation.

GST / MSME / Other Registrations

Additional registrations depending on business activity, turnover, state and industry.

Set Up Accounting & Compliance

Bookkeeping, GST returns, TDS, payroll, ROC filings, annual return and audit coordination.

Documents Required

What You'll Need

For Each Indian Individual Director / Shareholder

PAN Card

Aadhaar / Identity Proof

Address Proof

Passport-size Photograph

Mobile Number & Email

DSC, Where Required

Registered Office Documents

Ownership Proof / Utility Bill

Rent / Lease Agreement

NOC from Owner

If a proposed shareholder/director is foreign, additional documentation can apply — passport, address proof, notarisation, apostille, consular attestation and, for foreign body corporates, certificate of incorporation and relevant board resolution.

What You Get

What You Receive With Registration

Certificate of Incorporation

Corporate Identification Number (CIN)

PAN & TAN

MOA & AOA

Shareholding Details

Director Details

Bank Account Assistance

GST / MSME Assistance

Compare Structures

Private Limited vs LLP

Which structure is right for you?

Feature	Private Limited	LLP
Minimum members/partners	2 members	2 partners
Directors	Minimum 2	Designated partners
Ownership	Shares	Partnership interest/contribution
Separate legal entity	Yes	Yes
Limited liability	Yes, subject to law	Yes, subject to law
Equity investment	Better suited	More limited
Compliance	Generally higher	Generally lower
Best suited	Startups & scalable businesses	Professional/shared businesses

Compare Structures

Private Limited vs Proprietorship

Which structure fits your stage of business?

Feature	Private Limited	Proprietorship
Separate legal entity	Yes	No
Owners	2+ members	1 proprietor
Limited liability	Yes, subject to law	Generally no
MCA incorporation	Yes	No
Shareholding	Yes	No
Compliance	Higher	Lower
Investment	Better suited	Limited
Best for	Growing business	Small/simple business

Not Sure Which Structure Fits Your Business?

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Is It Right For You?

When Private Limited Is Not the Best Option

Consider another structure if any of the following apply.

You Are Completely Alone

Consider an OPC if you want a company structure but have only one member.

You Want Very Low Compliance

Consider whether a proprietorship is sufficient for your business.

No Need for Equity-Style Ownership

Two or more partners without a need for shares — consider an LLP.

Non-Profit Objective

Consider a Section 8 Company if eligible.

Need Public Fundraising

A Private Limited Company cannot invite the public to subscribe to its securities.

Simple Two-Person Shared Business

Consider a Partnership firm if formality and liability protection aren't priorities.

Things You Should Know

Important Legal Points

Company Registration ≠ Automatic GST Company Registration ≠ MSME Company Registration ≠ Trademark Company Registration ≠ Business Licence Incorporation ≠ Compliance Completion

Governed primarily by the Companies Act, 2013, the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014 and administered by the MCA / Registrar of Companies — with the Income Tax Act, GST laws, FEMA and applicable labour or sector-specific laws relevant depending on your business.

After Incorporation

What Happens After Your Company Is Registered?

Monthly / Periodic

GST, TDS, payroll, accounting and other applicable returns depending on the business.

Annual

Financial statements, annual return, income-tax return, audit where applicable and director-related compliance.

Event Based

Filings for director changes, shareholder changes, share issues, capital increases and other prescribed events.

Risk of Non-Compliance

Late or incorrect statutory filings can result in additional fees, penalties or other consequences.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to what clients ask us most before registering a Private Limited Company.

Yes. A company incorporated under the Companies Act has its own corporate identity and can hold property, contract, and sue or be sued in its own name.

Minimum 2 members and minimum 2 directors are required for a normal private company.

No. There is no mandatory minimum paid-up capital requirement — capital can be planned according to the business requirement.

Yes, subject to the applicable corporate procedure, documentation and fees.

Yes, its share-based structure can accommodate equity investment, subject to applicable law, valuation, corporate approvals and regulatory requirements.

Yes, subject to applicable share-issue/transfer procedures, the company's Articles and law. Exits must follow the applicable legal and contractual process.

Yes. The company must have a registered office capable of receiving official communications, verified within 30 days of incorporation.

Audit requirements generally apply, subject to applicable exemptions. Companies also have annual statutory filing obligations.

No. A private company is prohibited from inviting the public to subscribe to its securities.

Yes, subject to the applicable conversion process and legal requirements.

Ready to Build Your Private Limited Company?

Start with the right structure today — from consultation to Certificate of Incorporation, we handle it end-to-end.

Consultation → Name Selection → DSC & Director Setup → SPICe+ Filing → MCA Approval → Certificate of Incorporation → PAN/TAN → Bank Account → GST / MSME & Other Registrations

Build a Company Designed for Growth

What is a Private Limited Company?

From Two Founders to a Fundable Company

Why Choose Private Limited?

What Is Required?

Shareholders vs Directors — What Is the Difference?

Shareholder

Director

How Much Capital Is Required?

Authorised Share Capital

Paid-Up Share Capital

Key Benefits of Private Limited Company

Who Should Choose a Private Limited Company?

How Private Limited Company Registration Works

What You'll Need

What You Receive With Registration

Private Limited vs LLP

Private Limited vs Proprietorship

When Private Limited Is Not the Best Option

Important Legal Points

What Happens After Your Company Is Registered?

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Build Your Private Limited Company?