Raising VC or angel funding?
You need to issue shares and ESOPs cleanly to investors. → Private Limited
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Company Registration in India
Private Limited, One Person Company, LLP or Section 8 — four ways to incorporate, each suited to a different kind of business. We help you pick the right one and handle the entire registration, end to end.
7–20 days turnaround★ 4.9/5 rating5,000+ companies incorporatedExpert-handled
Starts from
₹5,999
12,840+Filings completed
100%Expert-reviewed
ICAIRegistered firm
On-timeor fee waived
4.9/5Client rating
Overview
Types of company registration
India offers four main ways to incorporate. Each trades off ownership, liability, fundraising ability and compliance differently — the right one depends on how you plan to run and grow the business.
Type 01Private Limited CompanyStarts from ₹6,999 · 7–10 days
India's default structure for funded startups — a separate legal entity with limited liability and an equity-ready cap table. Best if you plan to raise investment, issue ESOPs or scale fast.
Type 02One Person Company (OPC)Starts from ₹5,999 · 7–10 days
A full corporate structure for a single founder — limited liability and a separate legal identity, while you keep 100% ownership and control. Best for solo founders and freelancers.
Type 03LLP RegistrationStarts from ₹5,999 · 10–12 days
Combines a partnership's flexibility with a company's limited liability, at far lighter compliance. Best for professional firms and founder teams that won't raise equity.
Type 04Section 8 CompanyStarts from ₹9,999 · 15–20 days
A not-for-profit company for charitable, educational or social objectives, requiring a Central Government licence. Best for NGOs, foundations and social enterprises seeking CSR & grant credibility.
Compare structures
Private Limited vs LLP vs OPC vs Section 8
The full picture, side by side.
Feature
Private Limited
OPC
LLP
Section 8
Owners
2–200 shareholders
1 member
2+ partners
2+ members
Liability
Limited
Limited
Limited
Limited
Raise equity funding
Yes
Limited
No
No
Profit distribution
Dividends
Dividends
Profit share
Not allowed
Compliance load
High
Moderate
Low
High
Statutory audit
Mandatory
Mandatory
Above threshold only
Mandatory
Typical turnaround
7–10 days
7–10 days
10–12 days
15–20 days
Best for
Funded startups
Solo founders
Service firms
NGOs & non-profits
Decision guide
Which company type should you choose?
A quick way to narrow it down — or just book a free consult and we'll confirm it with you.
Just you, no co-founder?
Get a corporate entity while keeping full ownership and control. → OPC
Running a professional or service firm?
Partners want liability protection without heavy compliance. → LLP
Building an NGO or non-profit?
You want credibility with donors, CSR desks and regulators. → Section 8
Documents required
Documents required for company registration
The core documents are common across all four structures — a few extras apply depending on the type you choose.
- ✓PAN & AadhaarIdentity proof for every proposed director, partner or member.
- ✓Address proofRecent bank statement or utility bill (under 2 months) in each person's name.
- ✓Passport-size photographsOne recent photograph of each proposed director, partner or member.
- ✓Registered office proofUtility bill plus rent agreement and NOC from the owner, or ownership proof.
- ✓Proposed namesOne or two preferred names, in order of priority.
- ✓Structure-specific extrasOPC needs nominee consent; Section 8 needs projected income/expenditure and objects — we'll tell you exactly what applies.
How it works
The registration process
The same four-step backbone across all structures — a licence step is added only for Section 8.
01
Consult & choose structure
Day 1 · You + ExpertWe confirm the right structure for you and reserve your preferred name with the MCA.
02
DSC & DIN/DPIN
Day 1–3 · Your ExpertWe obtain Digital Signature Certificates and identification numbers for your directors or partners.
03
Draft & file
Day 3–10 · Your ExpertWe draft your charter documents and file the incorporation form (SPICe+ or FiLLiP), plus the Section 8 licence if applicable.
04
Incorporated
Day 7–20 · DoneYour Certificate of Incorporation, PAN and TAN are issued and delivered.
Timeline
How long each structure takes
Indicative timelines — actual dates depend on name approval and MCA processing turnaround.
Private Limited
7–10 days
Name approval → DSC/DIN → SPICe+ filing → incorporated.
OPC
7–10 days
Name approval → DSC/DIN → SPICe+ with nominee consent.
LLP
10–12 days
Name approval → DSC/DPIN → FiLLiP → agreement in 30 days.
Section 8
15–20 days
Name approval → DSC/DIN → INC-12 licence → SPICe+ filing.
Pricing
Company registration fees
One transparent professional fee per structure, confirmed in writing before we begin. Government and statutory fees are always extra, charged at actuals.
- Professional fee covers name approval, DSC/DIN, charter drafting and the full incorporation filing.
- Government filing fees and stamp duty depend on the state and authorised capital.
- Section 8 pricing includes the Central Government licence (INC-12) filing.
Why us
Why choose FilingSetu?
Real accountants, fixed fees, and a person who actually knows your file — whichever structure you pick.
Real chartered accountants
Every incorporation is prepared and reviewed by an ICAI-registered CA — never an unsupervised bot.
One fixed fee, in writing
The professional fee you see is what you pay; government charges pass through at actuals, never marked up.
A named manager
One point of contact who knows your file, reachable by chat, call or email throughout.
Beyond incorporation
We take you through annual compliance, tax filing and conversions too — so nothing slips later.
FAQ
Company Registration, answered.
Which structure should I choose if I'm not sure?
Most first-time founders default to a Private Limited Company if they plan to raise funding, an OPC if they're solo, or an LLP if they're a service firm not raising equity. Book a free consult and we'll confirm the right fit for your specific plans.
Can I convert from one structure to another later?
Yes. OPCs and LLPs can be converted into a Private Limited Company when you're ready to raise equity or add shareholders — we handle the conversion when the time comes.
Is there a minimum capital requirement?
No, for any of the four structures — Private Limited, OPC, LLP and Section 8 all have no mandatory minimum paid-up capital or contribution.
How long does registration take?
Private Limited and OPC typically take 7–10 working days, LLP 10–12 days, and Section 8 Company 15–20 days due to the additional Central Government licence.
Do all structures need a registered office?
Yes. Every structure needs a registered office address in India with valid proof — a residential address is acceptable for all of them.
What happens after incorporation?
Every structure has annual compliance — ROC filings, income-tax returns and (for companies) board meetings. We can handle all of it on an annual plan once you're registered.
Not sure which structure fits? Let's talk.
Book a free 15-minute call with an Expert — we'll confirm the right structure for your plans and give you a fixed quote.
Related services
Explore each structure in detail
Full documents, process, pricing and FAQ for each registration type.
Private Limited Company
The default for startups raising equity — limited liability and an investor-ready structure.
One Person Company
A full corporate structure for a single founder, with limited liability.
LLP Registration
Limited liability with partnership flexibility and lighter annual compliance.
Section 8 Company
A not-for-profit company for charitable, educational or social objectives.