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Thinking of choosing a Nidhi Company? Here are its key advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of a Nidhi Company
- Allows borrowing and lending among members
- Lower capital requirement than an NBFC
- Lightly regulated compared to an NBFC
Disadvantages of a Nidhi Company
- Can deal only with its members
- Strict operational ratios to maintain
- Cannot do most NBFC activities
Is a Nidhi Company right for you?
Nidhi Company suits businesses that value allows borrowing and lending among members. Weigh this against the trade-offs above and your funding, liability and compliance appetite.
Nidhi Company — quick facts
| Entity | Nidhi Company |
| Liability | Limited |
| Registration cost | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Taxation | Taxed at the corporate rate like any company |
Choosing the right business structure
Your entity choice affects liability, tax, fundraising and compliance. Proprietorships and partnerships are simplest but carry unlimited liability; LLPs and companies offer limited liability, while a private limited company is best for raising equity. Trusts, societies and Section 8 companies suit non-profits. Pick the structure that matches your goals for growth, funding and risk.
More on Nidhi Company
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- Nidhi Company — Cost of Registration
- Nidhi Company — Documents Required
- Nidhi Company — Annual Compliance
- Nidhi Company — Compliance Checklist
- Nidhi Company — How to Close
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