Register Your Private Limited Company Online in India
India's most preferred business structure for startups, funded companies, and growth-stage businesses. TaxClue handles the entire incorporation — DSC, DIN, name approval, SPICe+ filing, MOA/AOA, PAN, TAN, and Certificate of Incorporation.
What You Need to Know
A Private Limited Company is the most popular and credible business structure in India, governed by the Companies Act 2013 and regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It provides limited liability protection, a separate legal identity, perpetual succession, and is the preferred structure for raising equity funding from angel investors, VCs, and institutional investors.
The registration process is 100% online through the MCA portal using the SPICe+ integrated form. This single form covers company incorporation, DIN allotment, PAN/TAN application, GST registration (optional), and EPFO/ESIC enrolment.
TaxClue manages the end-to-end process — from Digital Signature Certificates and name reservation to MOA/AOA drafting, SPICe+ filing, and post-incorporation compliance setup.
What is a Private Limited Company?
A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is a business entity incorporated under the Companies Act 2013 with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).
Key legal characteristics (Section 2(68)):
- Minimum 2 shareholders, Maximum 200 (excl. employee-shareholders)
- Minimum 2 directors, Maximum 15 (increase by special resolution)
- Restricts the right to transfer shares (as per AoA)
- Prohibits public invitation to subscribe for shares/debentures
- Separate legal entity — own property, sue and be sued
- Limited liability — personal assets protected
- Perpetual succession — unaffected by member changes
Name must end with "Private Limited" or "Pvt Ltd". Issued a unique CIN upon incorporation.
Why is Pvt Ltd Registration Important?
Legal Recognition & Credibility
Recognised by banks, govt agencies, investors, and clients as legitimate.
Limited Liability Protection
Personal assets shielded from business debts.
Access to Funding
Only structure for equity from VCs, angels, PE. Eligible for Startup India & Section 80-IAC.
Separate Legal Identity
Own property, contracts, bank accounts — independent of founders.
Perpetual Succession
Exists regardless of ownership/directorship changes.
ESOPs & Talent Attraction
Issue Employee Stock Options to retain top talent.
SPICe+ Integration
PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC — all in one application.
FDI & FEMA Compliant
Receive FDI under automatic route in most sectors.
Benefits of Pvt Ltd Company
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Limited Liability | Personal assets protected; liability limited to shares held |
| Separate Legal Entity | Own PAN, bank accounts, and legal standing |
| Equity Funding | Raise capital from angels, VCs, PEs, institutional investors |
| Perpetual Succession | Exists indefinitely regardless of member changes |
| Startup India | DPIIT recognition, tax holidays (80-IAC), patent rebates |
| ESOPs | Issue stock options to attract and retain talent |
| Credibility | Banks, vendors, and clients prefer Pvt Ltd entities |
| FDI Eligible | Foreign investment under automatic route (most sectors) |
| Tax Planning | 22% (Section 115BAA) or 15% for new manufacturing (115BAB) |
| Easy Transfer | Shares transferable per AoA (demat under Rule 9B) |
Is Pvt Ltd Right For You?
Tech Startups & SaaS
Raise angel/VC funding, Startup India recognition.
E-commerce & D2C Brands
GST, bank accounts, payment gateway integration.
Funded Businesses
VCs and angels require Pvt Ltd for equity.
Professionals & Consultants
Limited liability and corporate credibility.
Import/Export Businesses
IEC, FEMA compliance, bank credit lines.
Manufacturing Units
Bank loans, govt tenders, MSME/Udyam benefits.
NRIs & Foreign Nationals
Start or invest in India under FEMA/FDI norms.
Family Businesses
Convert from proprietorship/partnership.
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Min Directors | 2 (at least 1 Indian resident — stayed ≥120 days) |
| Max Directors | 15 (increase by special resolution) |
| Min Shareholders | 2 (can be same as directors) |
| Max Shareholders | 200 |
| Authorised Capital | No minimum prescribed (₹1L common) |
| Registered Office | Must be in India (proof required) |
| Director Age | Minimum 18 years |
| DIN | Required for every director (via SPICe+) |
| DSC | Class-3 for every director/subscriber |
| Nationality | Indians, NRIs, foreigners (FEMA norms apply) |
Documents You'll Need
PAN Card
Mandatory for all
Aadhaar Card
Identity & address
Passport Photo
White background
Address Proof
Aadhaar / Voter ID / DL
Mobile & Email
Linked to Aadhaar
Passport
Mandatory
Overseas Proof
Apostilled/notarised
PAN (if any)
Or declaration
Rent Agreement
Or sale deed
NOC
From landlord
Utility Bill
< 2 months old
Prepared by TaxClue
e-MOA (INC-33), e-AOA (INC-34), INC-9, DIR-2, INC-8/9 — all drafted by our CA/CS team.
Step-by-Step Process
Obtain DSC
Class-3 Digital Signature for all directors. TaxClue arranges within 1–2 working days.
Reserve Company Name
SPICe+ Part A. Up to 2 names. Must be unique. Approval in 2–4 days.
Draft MOA & AOA
Customised Memorandum and Articles. Filed as e-MOA (INC-33) and e-AOA (INC-34).
File SPICe+ Part B (INC-32)
Incorporation form with all details + PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC applications.
Pay Govt Fees & Stamp Duty
MCA fees (₹0 up to ₹15L capital), state stamp duty, PAN/TAN processing.
RoC Verification
Registrar verifies documents, resolves queries, processes the application.
Certificate of Incorporation
MCA issues CoI with CIN, PAN, TAN. Company is legally incorporated.
Post-Incorporation Setup ✅
Bank account, GST, books, auditor (30 days), INC-20A (180 days).
CRITICAL — INC-20A
Companies incorporated after 2 Nov 2018 must file INC-20A within 180 days. Cannot commence business without it. Non-filing → penalties + possible strike-off.
Turnaround Time
| Step | Timeline |
|---|---|
| DSC procurement | 1–2 working days |
| Name reservation | 2–4 working days |
| MOA/AOA drafting | 1–2 working days |
| SPICe+ Part B filing | 1 working day |
| RoC processing & CoI | 3–7 working days |
| Total | 7–14 working days |
| Post-incorporation | 15–30 days |
Government Fees & Charges
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| DSC (per director) | ₹1,500–₹2,500 |
| Name reservation | ₹1,000 per application |
| SPICe+ Part B (MCA) | ₹0 up to ₹15L capital |
| Stamp duty | ₹500–₹5,000+ (state-dependent) |
| PAN + TAN | ₹196 (in SPICe+) |
Stamp duty varies by state. Maharashtra, Punjab, Kerala = higher. Delhi, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu = lower. TaxClue provides state-specific estimates upfront.
Post-Registration Compliance
| Compliance | Deadline | Form |
|---|---|---|
| INC-20A | Within 180 days | INC-20A |
| Appoint Auditor | Within 30 days | ADT-1 |
| First Board Meeting | Within 30 days | — |
| Board Meetings | Min 4/year (≤120 days gap) | — |
| First AGM | Within 9 months of FY-end | — |
| Annual Return | 60 days after AGM | MGT-7/7A |
| Financials | 30 days after AGM | AOC-4 |
| DIR-3 KYC | By 30 September | DIR-3 KYC |
| Income Tax | By 31 October | ITR-6 |
| GST Returns | Monthly/quarterly | GSTR-1/3B |
| Demat (Rule 9B) | By 30 Jun 2025 | Tripartite agmt |
Penalties for Non-Compliance
| Default | Penalty |
|---|---|
| INC-20A not filed (180 days) | ₹50K on company; ₹1K/day on directors. May be struck off. |
| Auditor not appointed (30 days) | ₹300/day (max ₹12K) |
| Late MGT-7 | ₹100/day (no cap) |
| Late AOC-4 | ₹100/day (no cap) |
| DIR-3 KYC not filed | DIN deactivated; ₹5K to reactivate |
| Rule 9B non-compliance | ₹10K + ₹1K/day (Sec 450) |
| No Board/AGM | ₹1L on company; ₹25K per officer |
| No books of account | Imprisonment 1yr and/or ₹50K–₹5L |
Why Choose TaxClue?
End-to-End CA/CS
DSC, DIN, SPICe+, MOA/AOA, PAN, TAN, CoI — all handled.
7–14 Day Guaranteed
Error-free apps to minimise RoC queries.
Post-Incorp Support
Free guidance on INC-20A, auditor, bank, GST.
Startup India Expert
DPIIT recognition & Section 80-IAC benefits.
Rule 9B Demat
Depository agreements, ISIN, RTA coordination.
100% Online
No visits. WhatsApp/email. DSCs shipped.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed quote. Govt fees separate. No surprises.
4.9/5 Google Rating
5,000+ businesses incorporated across India.
TaxClue's Process
Free Consultation
Understand your business, recommend structure, provide fixed quote.
Document Collection
Collect via WhatsApp/email. Verify completeness.
DSC Procurement
Class-3 DSC for all directors.
Name Reservation
SPICe+ Part A, MCA approval.
MOA/AOA + SPICe+ Filing
Draft documents and file complete incorporation form.
COI + Post-Incorp Setup ✅
Receive CoI. Bank account, INC-20A, auditor, compliance calendar.
What Our Clients Say
Pvt Ltd Across Industries
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | Pvt Ltd ✅ | LLP | OPC | Proprietorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members | 2–200 | 2+ (no max) | 1 | 1 |
| Limited Liability | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| VC/PE Funding | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| FDI | ✓ Yes | Conditions | ✓ | ✗ No |
| ESOPs | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tax Rate | 22%/15% | 30%+ | 22%/15% | Slab |
| Best For | Funded startups | Professionals | Solo founders | Very small |
Frequently Asked Questions
Amendments (2024–2026)
- Oct 2023MCA introduced Rule 9B — mandatory demat for private companies
- Jul 2024Budget 2024: LTCG on unlisted shares → 12.5%. Corp tax unchanged.
- Feb 2025MCA extended Rule 9B deadline → 30 June 2025
- Feb 2025Budget 2025: 115BAA (22%) and 115BAB (15%) continue.
- Dec 2025Small company: capital ≤₹10Cr, turnover ≤₹100Cr
- 2026DIN via SPICe+; DIR-3 KYC 3-year cycle
- Mar 2026Physical share transfers no longer registrable for non-small cos.
Real Clients. Real Results.
SaaS Startup — Bengaluru
Two co-founders needed Pvt Ltd for pre-seed round. Incorporated in 9 days, DPIIT registered, compliance set up. Raised ₹1.2 crore within 3 months.
E-commerce Brand — Delhi NCR
D2C skincare brand needed Pvt Ltd for payment gateway + GST. Incorporated with GST via SPICe+. First-year compliance calendar done. 11 days total.
NRI-Promoted Company — Mumbai
USA-based NRI, IT consulting with 100% FDI. FEMA compliance, FDI-compliant MOA/AOA, DSC + DIN coordination. 14 days. RBI reporting done.
Complete Pvt Ltd Registration —
One Team, One Contact, Zero Confusion.
Consultation, DSC, DIN, name approval, MOA/AOA, SPICe+, PAN, TAN, CoI, and post-incorporation compliance — all handled.