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Private Limited Company Registration in India

Register your Pvt Ltd company online — limited liability, a separate legal identity, and the structure investors and VCs prefer. Filings handled end-to-end by qualified practitioners.

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What is a Private Limited Company?

A private limited company is India’s most popular business structure for startups and growing businesses. It is registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) under the Companies Act, 2013, and exists as a separate legal entity from its owners.

It needs a minimum of 2 shareholders and 2 directors (up to 200 shareholders). The biggest advantages are limited liability — your personal assets stay protected — and the ability to raise equity funding from angels and venture capital.

Why choose it

Benefits of a Private Limited Company

Limited liability protection

Shareholders are liable only up to their shareholding. Your personal savings and assets are shielded from business debts.

Investor & VC ready

Angels, VCs and banks prefer a Pvt Ltd. It’s the only structure that lets you issue equity shares and raise priced rounds easily.

Separate legal identity

The company can own assets, sign contracts and sue or be sued in its own name — independent of its founders.

Credibility & continuity

A registered Pvt Ltd builds trust with customers and partners, and continues to exist regardless of changes in ownership.

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Private Limited vs LLP vs OPC vs Partnership vs Proprietorship

Not sure which structure fits? Here’s how the five compare at a glance — Private Limited Company highlighted.

CriteriaPrivate LimitedLLPOPCPartnershipSection 8Proprietorship
Best forStartups raising fundsProfessional firms & SMEsSolo foundersTwo+ partners, low costNGOs & non-profitsIndividuals & freelancers
Owners required2 – 2002 or more1 + nominee2 – 502 or more1
LiabilityLimitedLimitedLimitedUnlimitedLimitedUnlimited
Separate legal entityYesYesYesNoYesNo
Raise equity / VC fundingYes (best)LimitedAfter convertingNoNoNo
Registered withMCA / ROCMCAMCA / ROCRegistrar of FirmsMCA / ROCGST / Udyam
Compliance levelHighMediumMediumLowMediumLowest
Taxation~22–25% corporate30% flat~22–25% corporate30% flatExempt (12A/80G)Individual slab

Tax rates are indicative; corporate rate depends on the regime opted. Talk to our advisor for guidance specific to your case.

Documents required

  • PAN card of all directors and shareholders
  • Aadhaar card + one address proof (bank statement / utility bill)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Registered office proof — rent agreement + NOC from owner
  • Latest electricity / utility bill of the office address
  • For foreign nationals: notarised passport

How registration works

  1. 1

    Digital Signature (DSC)

    We obtain a DSC for each director — needed to sign the e-forms.

  2. 2

    Name approval

    We reserve your company name with the MCA (SPICe+ Part A).

  3. 3

    File incorporation

    We file SPICe+ with the MOA & AOA, PAN and TAN application together.

  4. 4

    Get your COI

    The MCA issues your Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN & TAN — you’re ready to open a current account.

Transparent pricing

No hidden fees, ever

Government fees are charged at actuals and shown upfront (they vary by state and authorised capital). Our professional fee is kept deliberately low, with no hidden charges — you’ll get an itemised quote on your free call.

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Private Limited Company — FAQs

How many people are needed to register a private limited company?
You need a minimum of two — two directors and two shareholders (the same people can be both). One director must be a resident of India.
How long does private limited company registration take?
Typically 7–12 working days once all documents are in order, subject to MCA processing and name approval.
What is the minimum capital required?
There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement — you can start a Pvt Ltd with any amount you choose.
Can I register from home / use a virtual office?
Yes. You can use your home address or a verified virtual office address (with rent agreement, NOC and utility bill) as your registered office.

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