Company registration is the procedures of incorporating a company with the relevant
regulatory authorities, such as the Registrar of Companies (ROC) in India.
Types of Companies
Private Limited Company: A private company with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 200
shareholders.
Public Limited Company: A public company with a minimum of 7 shareholders and no
maximum limit.
One Person Company (OPC): A company with only one shareholder and director.
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): A partnership firm with limited liability.
Documents Required for Company Registration
Memorandum of Association (MOA): A document that outlines the company's objectives,
scope, and powers.
Articles of Association (AOA): A document that outlines the company's rules and
regulations.
Director Identification Number (DIN): A unique identification number for each
director.
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC): A digital signature certificate for the
directors.
Address Proof: Proof of the company's registered office address.
Identity Proof: Identity proof of the directors and shareholders.
Company Registration Process
Name Approval: Apply for name approval with the ROC.
DIN and DSC: Obtain DIN and DSC for the directors.
MOA and AOA: Draft and file the MOA and AOA with the ROC.
Registration Fees: Pay the registration fees to the ROC.
Certificate of Incorporation: Receive the Certificate of Incorporation from the ROC.
Benefits of Company Registration
Separate Legal Entity: A registered company is a separate legal entity from its
shareholders and directors.
Limited Liability: Shareholders and directors have limited liability.
Tax Benefits: Registered companies can enjoy tax benefits and deductions.
Increased Credibility: A registered company has increased credibility with
customers, suppliers, and investors.
Company Registration Fees
ROC Fees: Fees payable to the ROC for company registration.
Stamp Duty: Stamp duty payable on the MOA and AOA.
Professional Fees: Fees payable to professionals, such as chartered accountants and
lawyers.
Company Registration process time 10- 30 working days.