Company registration in India is the process of forming a legal entity under the Companies Act, 2013 (or a partnership under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008) that gives the business a separate legal personality, limited-liability protection for its owners, perpetual succession and the ability to raise institutional capital. Choosing the right vehicle at the start — Private Limited, LLP, OPC, Public Limited or Section 8 non-profit — saves years of restructuring cost and unlocks the specific benefits (investor readiness, tax structure, compliance load) that suit the business plan.
The Exim Roof runs a company-secretarial practice that has incorporated hundreds of Private Limited companies, LLPs and Section 8 companies for founders, D2C brands, professional services firms, family businesses and non-profits. We handle every step end-to-end — name reservation, digital signatures, DIN, MOA and AOA drafting, SPICe+ filing, PAN and TAN allotment, GST registration, MSME registration, current-account opening support and post-incorporation compliance.
Choosing the right structure
- Private Limited Company — the default choice for scalable startups and founder-driven businesses. Minimum two directors and two shareholders. Investor-friendly, tax-efficient, higher compliance load.
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) — professional services, small partnerships, family businesses. Lower compliance than Private Limited but not investor-friendly for institutional VC.
- One Person Company (OPC) — solo founders who want limited liability with a corporate structure. Automatically converts to Private Limited when turnover crosses ₹2 crore.
- Public Limited Company — for later-stage businesses planning an IPO or public offering.
- Section 8 Company — non-profit vehicle preferred by CSR-facing corporates and institutional donors.
- Producer Company — for farmer-producer aggregations.
The incorporation process — step by step
Stage one is name reservation under RUN or SPICe+ Part-A. We check name availability against the MCA database, active trademarks and existing companies, and reserve the name for 20 days. Stage two is drafting of the Memorandum and Articles of Association tailored to the founders' shareholders agreement, business scope and share-capital plan. Stage three is filing of SPICe+ Part-B with attachments (INC-9 declarations, INC-33/34 MOA/AOA, INC-35 AGILE for GST/EPFO/ESIC integration) along with DSC of subscribers and directors. Stage four is MCA processing, which typically completes in 3–7 working days. Stage five is post-incorporation setup — PAN, TAN, current account opening, GST registration, MSME registration and preparation of statutory registers.
Post-incorporation compliance
A Private Limited company must file INC-20A (commencement of business) within 180 days of incorporation, appoint an auditor within 30 days, hold its first board meeting within 30 days, and adhere to the Companies Act 2013 compliance calendar throughout the year — including MGT-7 annual return, AOC-4 financial-statement filing, DIR-3 KYC of directors, DPT-3 for deposits, MSME-1 for MSME creditors, and BEN-2 for significant beneficial ownership. Missed deadlines attract additional fees and, in serious cases, disqualification of directors.
How The Exim Roof helps
- Structure advisory and name reservation.
- DSC procurement and DIN allotment.
- MOA and AOA drafting aligned to the shareholders agreement.
- SPICe+ Part-A and Part-B filing with AGILE-Pro integration for GST / EPFO / ESIC.
- PAN, TAN, current-account and GST setup.
- Post-incorporation compliance — INC-20A, first board meeting, auditor appointment, statutory registers.
- Ongoing ROC and secretarial compliance calendar.
Company Registration Process — Step by Step
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Step 1: Free Consultation
A no-obligation 20-minute call to understand your product, project, market and the exact approvals you need.
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Step 2: Document Preparation
Our specialists prepare, review and vet every document so your application clears the portal in the first submission.
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Step 3: Portal Filing & Fee Payment
We handle the online application, government fee payment and coordinate with test labs / auditors where required.
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Step 4: Department Liaison
Continuous follow-up with the concerned authority, response to queries and any additional information sought.
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Step 5: Certificate / Approval Grant
Once approved, the certificate is delivered to you along with a compliance calendar for renewals and returns.
Documents Required for Company Registration
- PAN of the applicant / company
- GST registration certificate
- Certificate of Incorporation / partnership deed
- Product details, technical write-up or project report
- Authorised signatory ID proof (Aadhaar / passport)
- Address proof of manufacturing unit or office
- PAN, Aadhaar and passport-sized photograph of each director / shareholder
- Address proof of each director (bank statement / utility bill within 2 months)
- Registered-office address proof and NOC from the owner
- DSC of subscribers and directors
- Draft MOA object clause and share-capital plan
Why Choose The Exim Roof for Company Registration
- Name approval
- DSC & DIN
- MCA filings
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does the entire process take?
Most approvals are granted in 30–90 days once documentation is in order. Timelines vary by department, product category and testing requirements — we share a milestone-based plan on day one.
- Do you handle end-to-end filing?
Yes. Our team drafts the application, uploads it on the government portal, pays the fee (against invoice), coordinates with labs / auditors and follows up till the certificate is granted.
- Will you help with renewals and post-approval compliance?
Absolutely. We share a compliance calendar with due dates for renewals, annual returns and periodic filings. You will never miss a deadline.
- How long does incorporation take?
A well-prepared incorporation typically completes in 7–10 working days from DSC to Certificate of Incorporation. Name resubmissions or query responses can extend the timeline.
- Can I incorporate a Private Limited with only one person?
A Private Limited requires a minimum of two shareholders and two directors. If you are a solo founder, either choose OPC (single owner, converts to Pvt Ltd on threshold) or add a co-founder / family member as a nominal shareholder.
- What is the minimum authorised capital?
MCA no longer prescribes a minimum authorised capital for Private Limited companies. However, the authorised capital directly affects the government fees payable at incorporation and later increases.
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