Start Your Business
in India — The Right Way
Private Limited · OPC · LLP · Partnership Firm. End-to-end expert support by real CA & CS professionals. 100% online, no office visits, no hidden charges.
Company Registration in India — Explained Simply
Registering a company in India means officially incorporating your business as a separate legal entity under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Once registered, your company can open bank accounts, sign contracts, hire employees, raise funds, and operate legally.
India recognises several business structures — Private Limited Company, One Person Company, Limited Liability Partnership, and Partnership Firm — each with different ownership rules, compliance requirements, and tax implications. Choosing the right structure is the most important first decision.
At Koop India, we walk you through this choice with a free expert consultation, then handle every step of the process — from name approval and document preparation to MCA filing and delivery of your Certificate of Incorporation.
Which Structure Is Right for You?
Each business structure has its own rules, advantages, and compliance levels. Here's an honest breakdown to help you decide.
Private Limited Company
Best for startups & scaling businesses
The gold standard for any serious business. Pvt Ltd is trusted by investors, banks, and enterprise clients. It gives you a separate legal identity, limited liability for shareholders, and the ability to raise equity funding.
- Minimum 2 Directors & 2 Shareholders
- No minimum paid-up capital required
- Can accept VC / Angel investment
- Eligible for Startup India recognition
- Strong brand credibility & legal standing
One Person Company (OPC)
Best for solo founders & freelancers
A corporate structure for a single entrepreneur. You get all the benefits of a Private Limited — limited liability, separate legal identity, bank accounts — without needing a second person. Perfect for consultants, creators, and solo professionals.
- Only 1 Director & 1 Shareholder required
- 1 Nominee must be appointed
- No minimum capital requirement
- Easy conversion to Pvt Ltd as you scale
- Full corporate benefits for one person
Limited Liability Partnership
Best for professionals & service firms
An LLP gives you the flexibility of a partnership with the limited liability of a company. Popular with CA firms, law firms, architects, and consultants. Lower compliance burden than Pvt Ltd with flexible profit-sharing.
- Minimum 2 Designated Partners
- No minimum capital requirement
- Partners' personal assets protected
- Lower annual compliance than Pvt Ltd
- Flexible internal management structure
Partnership Firm
Best for small & family businesses
The simplest and cheapest business structure — just a Partnership Deed and registration with the Registrar of Firms. No MCA involvement. No corporate tax rates. Ideal for traditional small businesses and family enterprises that don't plan to scale significantly.
- Minimum 2 partners required
- Simple Partnership Deed needed
- No minimum capital requirement
- Minimal compliance burden
- Very low cost to set up
Not sure which one to pick?
Our CA/CS expert will analyse your business model, growth plans, and tax situation — and give you a clear recommendation in 15 minutes.
6 Steps to Your Certificate of Incorporation
We handle 90% of the work. You only need to share your documents and sign where required.
Free Consultation
Our CA/CS calls you, understands your business, and recommends the best structure for your goals and budget.
Name Reservation
We check name availability on MCA and file for name approval via RUN or SPICe+ — usually approved in 1–2 days.
DSC & DIN
Digital Signature Certificates for e-filing and Director Identification Numbers are generated for all directors.
Document Drafting
Our experts draft your MOA, AOA, LLP Agreement, or Partnership Deed tailored to your business activity.
MCA Filing
Incorporation application submitted to Ministry of Corporate Affairs with all supporting documents. We track it daily.
You're Incorporated!
Certificate of Incorporation delivered digitally. Company PAN and TAN applications filed simultaneously.
What Do You Need to Provide?
The checklist is simpler than you think. Most documents you already have. We'll tell you exactly what format is needed.
For Each Director / Partner
- PAN Card (mandatory)
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph (recent)
- Active personal email address
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- Passport copy — for foreign nationals or NRIs
📌 For foreign directors: notarised and apostilled copies of passport and address proof are required.
Registered Office Proof
- Recent electricity or water bill
- Rent Agreement (if rented premises)
- No-Objection Certificate from owner
- Property tax receipt (if self-owned)
✅ You can use your home address as the registered office — perfectly legal and very common for new companies.
💡 Virtual office addresses are also accepted. We can help you get one if needed.
Entity-Specific Documents
- Memorandum of Association — MOA (Pvt Ltd / OPC)
- Articles of Association — AOA (Pvt Ltd / OPC)
- LLP Agreement (for LLP)
- Partnership Deed (for Partnership)
- Nominee details & consent (OPC only)
✨ All legal documents — MOA, AOA, LLP Agreement — are drafted professionally by Koop India's CA/CS team. You don't need to arrange these.
Simple, Honest Fees — No Surprises
Our pricing covers government fees + professional charges in a single transparent quote. We explain every line item before you pay.
Everything included in your package:
* Indicative starting price. Final cost depends on authorised share capital and applicable state stamp duty. We'll give you an exact quote after a 15-minute consultation — no obligations.
Annual Compliance — What Comes Next
Registration is just the beginning. Staying compliant keeps your company active and avoids penalties. Koop India can manage all of this for you with an annual compliance package.
Immediately After Registration
- Open a current bank account in company name
- File INC-20A (Commencement of Business declaration)
- Issue share certificates to all shareholders
- Apply for GST registration (if turnover > ₹20L)
- Register for MSME / Udyam if eligible
- Set up statutory registers and minute books
Private Limited Company — Annual
- Statutory audit by Chartered Accountant
- Annual ROC filing — AOC-4 (financials) & MGT-7 (annual return)
- Minimum 4 Board meetings per year
- Income Tax Return filing
- GST monthly/quarterly returns (if registered)
- Director KYC filing (Form DIR-3 KYC)
LLP — Annual Obligations
- Annual Return filing — Form 11 (by 30 May)
- Statement of Accounts — Form 8 (by 30 Oct)
- Income Tax Return filing
- Statutory audit required if turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs
- GST returns if registered
- Partner KYC update if any changes
Don't want to worry about compliance deadlines?
Our annual compliance packages cover all ROC filings, ITR, GST returns, and advisory — fixed price, no surprises.
We're Not Just a Portal — We're Your Partners
Over 5,000 founders, freelancers, and growing businesses have trusted Koop India. Here's why they keep coming back.
Real CA & CS Professionals
Every file is handled by a licensed Chartered Accountant or Company Secretary — not a chatbot or automated system. You get a dedicated expert who knows your case.
Zero Rejection Guarantee
Our multi-step review catches errors before filing. We back this with a re-filing commitment at no extra cost if MCA rejects for any reason attributable to our work.
Fastest Turnaround
We proactively follow up with MCA and resolve queries immediately. Most clients receive their Certificate of Incorporation within 7–10 working days.
100% Transparent Pricing
We itemise every charge — government fee, stamp duty, professional fee — before you pay. What's quoted is what you pay. Always.
Startup & MSME Specialists
We understand the startup ecosystem, DPIIT recognition, Startup India benefits, and MSME schemes — and help you access these from day one.
Long-Term Support Partner
We don't disappear after incorporation. GST, ITR, compliance, bookkeeping — we're your one-stop financial and legal partner as your business grows.
What Founders Say About Koop India
"I registered my Pvt Ltd in 9 days flat. The CA called me within 2 hours of signing up, explained everything patiently, and handled all the paperwork. I literally just sent scanned copies of my PAN and Aadhaar and got my incorporation certificate a week later."
"I was confused between LLP and Pvt Ltd for months. The Koop India team gave me a 20-minute call, understood my consulting business, and clearly explained why LLP made more sense for my situation. Super honest advice — they could've pushed the pricier option."
"Set up an OPC as a solo designer. The pricing was completely transparent — I knew every rupee I was paying and why. They also helped me with GST registration and my first ITR. Will definitely use Koop for annual compliance going forward."
Questions We Get All the Time
Answers to the most common questions from founders before they register.
A Private Limited Company is the only structure that allows equity investment from VCs, angel investors, and institutional funds. If raising money is part of your plan — even 2–3 years from now — Pvt Ltd is the right choice. It also qualifies for DPIIT Startup India recognition, giving you tax exemptions and easier compliance.
Absolutely. Your home address is perfectly valid as a registered office address. You'll need to provide an electricity bill or bank statement for the property and a No-Objection Certificate if you don't own it. Many founders start with a home address and change it after they get an office.
No. The entire process is 100% online. You'll need to e-sign some documents using your Aadhaar-linked OTP or DSC — which we'll set up for you. No notary visits, no government office trips, nothing physical required.
There is no statutory minimum paid-up capital for Private Limited, OPC, or LLP under current Indian law. You can register with even ₹1 in authorised capital, though ₹1 lakh is common in practice. Note that authorised capital affects stamp duty in some states, which is why we advise you before choosing it.
GST registration is compulsory if your business: (1) has annual turnover above ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs in special category states), (2) makes inter-state supplies, (3) sells on e-commerce platforms, or (4) exports goods or services. If you're below the threshold, it's optional — but many businesses register voluntarily for input tax credit benefits.
Yes. NRIs and foreign nationals can be directors or shareholders of Indian companies. However, at least one director must be a Resident Indian (someone who has stayed in India for at least 182 days in the previous financial year). Foreign directors need notarised and apostilled copies of their passport and address proof.
Name rejections happen occasionally — usually because the name is too similar to an existing trademark or company, or contains restricted words. We do a thorough availability check before filing to minimise this risk. If a rejection does occur, we provide alternate name suggestions and re-file at no extra charge.
For a Private Limited Company: annual ROC filings (AOC-4 and MGT-7), statutory audit, minimum 4 board meetings, ITR filing, GST returns if applicable, and Director KYC (DIR-3). For LLP: Form 11 and Form 8 annually, plus ITR. Koop India offers annual compliance packages that cover all of these under a single fixed fee.
Immediately. Most banks process current account applications for new companies within 2–5 working days once you submit the Certificate of Incorporation, MOA/AOA, PAN, and KYC of directors. We'll guide you through exactly what each bank needs.
Ready to Make Your Business
Officially Official?
Book a free 15-minute consultation with our CA/CS team. No commitments, no sales pressure — just honest advice on the best structure for your business and a clear quote.
