Public Limited Company Registration in India
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What is a Public Limited Company?
A Public Limited Company (PLC) is a business structure registered under the Companies Act, 2013, that allows its shares to be offered to the public.
It provides limited liability protection, separate legal identity, and greater access to capital markets.
This structure is ideal for medium to large enterprises looking to grow, attract investors, or eventually list on a stock exchange (NSE/BSE).
Ideal For:
- Businesses planning to raise funds through investors or IPOs
- Large enterprises or corporate groups
- Companies with long-term scalability and brand-building goals
- Entrepreneurs looking for corporate governance and credibility
- Startups aiming for expansion through equity
- Businesses in manufacturing, infrastructure, finance, or technology with growth potential
- Groups or corporates looking to list on stock exchanges in future
- Businesses that need strong brand credibility to attract large clients
Advantages & Disadvantages
- Limited liability for shareholders.
- Easy transferability of shares.
- Strong brand and investor trust.
- Ability to raise funds publicly.
- Enhanced transparency and compliance credibility.
- Separate legal entity status.
- Suitable for large-scale growth and investment.
- High setup and compliance costs.
- More stringent regulatory and audit requirements.
- Mandatory board meetings and disclosures.
- Financial data becomes publicly available.
- Slower decision-making due to large management hierarchy.
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)
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)
Why register a Public Limited Company?
Registering a Public Limited Company gives your business strong legal backing, investor confidence, and operational flexibility.
- Limited Liability: Shareholders are protected from business debts.
- Separate Legal Entity: The company is independent of its owners.
- Fundraising Options: Easily raise capital through equity, debentures, or public issue.
- Brand Credibility: “Limited” status builds trust among clients, investors, and institutions.
- Perpetual Existence: Continues regardless of changes in directors or shareholders.
- Easy Transfer of Shares: Ownership can be transferred by share sale.
- Eligible for Listing: Can go public and get listed on the stock exchange after meeting SEBI norms
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).
- 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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From name approval to incorporation certificate.
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Post-Incorporation Guidance
GST, accounting, and compliance setup.
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What is a Public Limited Company?
A Public Limited Company (PLC) is a company registered under the Companies Act, 2013, which allows it to raise capital from the public by issuing shares.
It has limited liability, a separate legal identity, and is subject to stricter regulatory and disclosure norms than a private limited company.
Public Limited Companies are ideal for:
Large enterprises
Businesses seeking external investors or venture capital
Companies planning for listing on the stock exchange (IPO) in the future