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Incorporation
Private Limited Company
The default company form for teams that hire, raise capital, and scale governance without reinventing the wheel.
A private limited company is the preferred structure for startups and SMEs seeking scalability, external investment, employee stock options, and a robust governance framework. We support you through every step—from name approval and drafting MOA/AOA to SPICe+ filings, PAN/TAN applications, and bank account setup—ensuring full compliance with Companies Act requirements from day one.
Typical TAT
10–15 working days (MCA queue dependent)
Certificate validity
Perpetual; annual ROC compliance applies
Process
Name → DSC → SPICe+ → COI → PAN/TAN → bank
How it works
- 11–2 days
Name Reservation
Reserve up to 3 name options via MCA's RUN (Reserve Unique Name) — approved name held for 20 days.
- 21–3 days
DSC & DIN
Obtain Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates and Director Identification Numbers for all proposed directors.
- 31–2 days
Document Drafting
Prepare MOA (objects clause), AOA (governance rules), subscriber sheets, and registered office proof.
- 41–2 days
SPICe+ Filing
Submit the integrated MCA form covering incorporation, PAN, TAN, GSTIN (optional), and EPFO/ESIC.
- 53–7 days
MCA Processing
MCA reviews the application, raises queries if any, and issues the Certificate of Incorporation with CIN.
- 62–3 days
Post-Incorporation
Receive PAN/TAN, open a current bank account, appoint statutory auditor, and file INC-20A within 180 days.
FAQs
How many directors do we need?
A private limited company requires a minimum of two directors and can have up to two hundred members unless it is a one-person company structure.
Can a foreign national be a director?
Yes, subject to DIN and KYC norms; at least one director must ordinarily be resident in India. We map RBI/FDI angles when foreign shareholders are involved.