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Private Limited Company Registration: Complete Guide

Step-by-step guide to registering a Private Limited Company in India. Learn about DSC, DIN, MCA filing, and minimum requirements.

Alok K Acharya & Associates
1 February 2025·Updated 31 August 20262 min read
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Private Limited Company Registration: Complete Guide#

What is a Private Limited Company?#

A Private Limited Company is the most popular business structure in India with limited liability and separate legal entity status.

Key Features#

  • Minimum 2 shareholders
  • Maximum 200 shareholders
  • Limited liability
  • Separate legal entity
  • Perpetual existence

Minimum Requirements#

Minimum Statutory Requirements

  • 2 Directors (at least one must be an Indian Resident)
  • 2 Shareholders (Directors can also be shareholders)
  • ₹1 Lakh Authorized Share Capital
  • Registered office address in India

Registration Process#

Incorporation Process Timeline

1
Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)

Apply for Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates for all proposed directors, required for filing e-forms on MCA.

2
Apply for DIN

Obtain Director Identification Number for all directors (can now be done alongside incorporation in SPICe+).

3
Name Approval (RUN)

Submit up to 2 preferred names through the MCA portal. Approval is subject to availability and naming guidelines.

4
Submit Incorporation Forms

File the SPICe+ form along with drafted MOA, AOA, agile pro for GST, and bank account opening.

5
Receive Incorporation Certificate

Upon successful verification by ROC, receive the Certificate of Incorporation (COI), PAN, and TAN.

Documents Required#

Mandatory Document Checklist

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Timeline#

Estimated Timeline

  • Name approval: 2-3 working days
  • Incorporation Certificate: 7-10 working days
  • Total expected time is around 10-15 days subject to ROC processing.

Conclusion#

Private Limited Company offers credibility and protection for business owners.

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