Indian Subsidiary Company Registration
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What is an Indian Subsidiary Company?
An Indian Subsidiary Company is a company incorporated in India where more than 50% of the share capital is owned by a foreign company. It is registered under the Companies Act, 2013, and can be either:
A Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) — where 100% shares are held by a foreign entity, or
A Subsidiary — where the foreign company holds more than 50% shares.
This structure allows global businesses to operate legally in India with limited liability, tax benefits, and full ownership control under automatic route (except restricted sectors).
An Indian Subsidiary Company is ideal for:
- Foreign corporations expanding into India’s fast-growing markets
- Overseas startups launching technology, SaaS, or service-based operations in India
- Manufacturing & Industrial Companies setting up Indian operations
- IT, Software & Consulting Firms establishing delivery or support centers
- MNCs seeking local presence for client servicing and regulatory compliance
- Foreign investors exploring India’s emerging sectors — Fintech, E-commerce, Healthcare, or EdTech
- Existing Private Limited Companies abroad planning to establish a subsidiary or branch office in India
Advantages & Disadvantages
- Legal presence in India for foreign investors.
- Full operational and management control.
- Access to domestic market and government tenders.
- Eligibility for FDI and tax incentives.
- Limited liability and independent legal identity.
- High credibility with customers, vendors, and authorities.
- More compliance than LLP or branch office.
- Requires at least one Indian resident director.
- Mandatory RBI filings and reporting of foreign investment.
- Annual audit and ROC filing requirements.
- Restricted sectors may need government approval before investment.
How it works
- Acquire a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Director Identification Number (DIN)
- Name Reservation for the Company (SPICe+ Part A)
- Submission of Company Details (SPICe+ Part B)
- Preparation and Submission of Incorporation Forms (e-MOA, e-AOA, Agile)
- Certificate of Incorporation
- RBI & FEMA Compliance
What you get with TaxClue registration
- Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs)
- Director Identification Numbers (DINs)
- Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
- MOA & AOA (Company Constitution Documents)
- Professional Guidance on Share Allotment & Capital Setup
- ESIC and EPF Registration
- Free Compliance Advisory (GST, Accounting & ROC Filings)
- RBI/FEMA Compliance Filing (Form FC-GPR)
Why register a Indian Subsidiary?
Registering an Indian Subsidiary provides international companies with strategic control, full ownership, and easy market access — while maintaining legal compliance under Indian laws.
- 100% Foreign Ownership (for most sectors under automatic route)
- Limited Liability Protection for parent company and shareholders
- Separate Legal Entity — independent from the parent company
- Repatriation of Profits allowed as per FEMA regulations
- Tax Benefits & DTAA (Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement) advantages
- Access to India’s 1.4 billion+ market
- Eligible for Startup India & Government Incentives
- Ease of Doing Business under automatic route FDI
Documents Required
Post-Registration Compliances
After incorporation, a Public Limited Company must follow these key legal compliances:
- File Form INC-20A (Commencement of Business) within 180 days.
- Appoint First Auditor within 30 days of incorporation.
- Issue Share Certificates to all shareholders within 60 days.
- Conduct Board Meetings (minimum 4 per year).
- File Annual Return (Form MGT-7) and Financial Statement (Form AOC-4).
- File RBI Foreign Investment Reporting (Form FC-GPR) within 30 days of allotment.
- Conduct Annual General Meeting (AGM) within 6 months of year-end.
- Maintain Statutory Registers & Minutes of Meetings.
- File Income Tax Return (ITR-6) annually.
- Comply with ROC Filings, Director KYC (DIR-3), and Audit Requirements.
- Stay Compliant Throughout the Year
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End-to-End Registration Support
From name approval to incorporation certificate.
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Post-Incorporation Guidance
GST, accounting, and compliance setup.
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What is an Indian Subsidiary Company?
An Indian Subsidiary Company is a company incorporated in India but owned or controlled (partly or fully) by a foreign company.
It operates as a separate legal entity, registered under the Companies Act, 2013, allowing the foreign parent to conduct business, manufacture, trade, or provide services in India.
A subsidiary can be:
Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS): 100% shares held by a foreign parent company.
Partly Owned Subsidiary: Parent holds more than 50% but less than 100% shares.