Company Registration
Private Limited Company Registration
Incorporate with the right structure, a clean MOA and AOA, and the registrations and first-year compliances handled by Chartered Accountants.
What a private limited company is, and who it suits
A private limited company is the most widely chosen structure for startups, closely held businesses and growing enterprises in India. It is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, which means the company owns assets, signs contracts and sues or is sued in its own name, while the shareholders' liability is limited to the unpaid value of the shares they hold.
The structure suits founders who want credibility with customers, banks and investors, a clear route to raise equity funding, and continuity that does not depend on any one owner. It needs a minimum of two directors and two shareholders, and no minimum paid-up capital is prescribed.
Casela Advisors handles the whole incorporation journey: choosing the right name and structure, preparing the SPICe+ filing, drafting the MOA and AOA, and completing the registrations a new company needs, followed by the first-year compliances that are easy to miss.
Who a private limited company is right for
Startups & Founders
Entrepreneurs building a scalable business who expect to raise funds from angels, venture capital or other investors.
- Equity can be issued to investors
- Suited to ESOP plans
- Recognised by DPIIT as a startup, if eligible
Family & Closely Held Businesses
Families and partners moving from a proprietorship or partnership into a more formal, continuing structure.
- Ownership clearly split by shareholding
- Business continues beyond any one person
- Limited personal liability
Service & Trading Businesses
Consultancies, agencies, exporters and traders that want credibility with clients, banks and large buyers.
- Easier bank finance and vendor onboarding
- Eligible for tenders that need a company
- Brand and name protection
What our incorporation engagement covers
Name & Structure
We check name availability, advise on the structure and capital, and confirm the right main objects for the business.
- Name search and reservation
- Capital and shareholding advice
- Main objects and activities
Incorporation
We prepare and file SPICe+ along with the constitutional documents so that the company can be incorporated.
- SPICe+ with DIN, PAN and TAN
- MOA and AOA drafting
- Digital signatures for directors
Post-Incorporation
We complete the registrations and first filings that follow the Certificate of Incorporation.
- Bank account support
- Auditor appointment and INC-20A
- GST and other registrations
Our company registration services
Checking availability, avoiding conflicts with existing companies and trademarks, and reserving the proposed name.
Preparing and filing SPICe+ on the MCA portal until the Certificate of Incorporation is issued.
Obtaining the Director Identification Number and digital signatures, and guiding directors through KYC.
Drafting the Memorandum and Articles of Association to match your objects, shareholding and governance needs.
Handling the PAN and TAN issued with incorporation, and arranging GST, professional tax and other registrations.
Documenting the rights between founders and investors so that roles, vesting and exits are clear from the start.
Auditor appointment, commencement of business declaration (INC-20A), statutory registers and the first board meeting.
Guidance on DPIIT recognition, share allotment, foreign investment filings and ongoing ROC and tax compliance.
Key concepts at a glance
Separate Legal Entity
The company is distinct from its owners and can hold property and enter contracts in its own name.
Limited Liability
Shareholders risk only the unpaid amount on their shares, not their personal assets, subject to law.
Directors & Shareholders
At least two directors and two shareholders are needed, and one director must be resident in India.
No Minimum Capital
No minimum paid-up capital is prescribed, and shares can be issued as the business grows.
Annual Filings
Annual financial statements and return, income tax return, and board and general meetings every year.
Raising Capital
Shares can be allotted to investors, and the structure supports ESOPs and convertible instruments.
Corporate Tax
A company is taxed on its own income at corporate rates, with dividends taxed again in the hands of shareholders.
Transfer of Shares
Shares can be transferred by following the articles and law, which makes entry and exit simpler.
When it makes sense to incorporate
Choose a structure that can carry the business as it grows instead of changing it later.
Investors usually expect a company with clean documents and a proper cap table.
Convert to a company to limit personal liability and build credibility.
Many large buyers and tenders prefer to deal with a registered company.
A company can issue ESOPs and offer more structured employment.
A company simplifies export registrations, banking and foreign contracts.
Foreign investment needs the right structure and FEMA filings.
Company name, trademark and agreements together secure the identity.
Information and documents needed to incorporate
Documents for Directors
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card or address proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Latest bank statement or utility bill
- Email ID and mobile number
- Passport for a foreign national
Documents for the Registered Office
- Rent agreement or ownership proof
- Latest utility bill (not older than two months)
- No-objection certificate from the owner
- Address of the registered office
Information We Need From You
- Two or three proposed names
- Main business objects
- Shareholding and capital split
- Director appointments and roles
- Nominee details for each subscriber
Our end-to-end incorporation approach
- 01Consultation
We understand the business, advise on the structure, and confirm directors, shareholders and capital.
- 02Name Approval
We check and reserve a name that fits your brand and is free from conflicts.
- 03Documents & DSC
We collect KYC and office documents and arrange digital signatures and DIN.
- 04Filing SPICe+
We prepare the SPICe+ form, MOA and AOA, and file them with the Registrar of Companies.
- 05Incorporation & Setup
You receive the Certificate of Incorporation, PAN and TAN, and we guide the bank account and first compliances.
Why choose us for company registration
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about private limited company registration.
What is a private limited company?
It is a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 whose shares are not offered to the public. It is a separate legal entity with limited liability for its shareholders.
How many directors and shareholders are required?
A minimum of two directors and two shareholders are required. A director can also be a shareholder, and at least one director must be resident in India.
Is there a minimum capital requirement?
No. The law does not prescribe a minimum paid-up capital for a private limited company, so you can start with an amount that suits the business.
How long does incorporation take?
Timelines depend on name approval and document readiness. Where documents are complete, incorporation usually takes about one to two weeks, though this is not guaranteed.
What is SPICe+?
SPICe+ (INC-32) is the integrated web form on the MCA portal used to apply for incorporation, along with PAN, TAN and other registrations.
Can a foreign national or NRI be a director or shareholder?
Yes, subject to law. At least one director must be a resident in India, and foreign shareholding has to comply with FEMA and applicable sector rules.
What are the annual compliances?
These include holding board and general meetings, appointing an auditor, filing the financial statements (AOC-4) and annual return (MGT-7), and filing the income tax return. Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) is also due each year.
What is INC-20A?
It is a declaration that the company has started business and that subscribers have paid for their shares. It must be filed within 180 days of incorporation.
Can I convert my proprietorship or partnership into a private limited company?
Yes. A partnership can be converted to a company, and a proprietor can incorporate a new company and transfer the business to it. The tax and GST treatment should be checked first.
Will you also handle GST registration and accounting?
Yes. We can arrange GST and other registrations after incorporation, and support bookkeeping, audit and tax filings on an ongoing basis.
Ready to start your private limited company?
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