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Company Incorporation

Choosing the correct legal structure is one of the most important decisions when starting a business. Registration gives the business a legal identity, regulatory recognition, and credibility in the market.

We provide legal assistance for incorporation and registration of various entities including Proprietorship, Partnership, LLP, Private Limited Company, One Person Company, Trust, Society, and NGOs.

The appropriate business structure depends on several factors including:

  • Nature and scale of business
  • Number of owners or partners
  • Liability protection requirements
  • Compliance obligations
  • Future expansion and investment plans

1. Proprietorship Firm

A Proprietorship Firm is the simplest form of business owned and controlled by a single individual. There is no separate legal identity, and the owner is personally liable for all business obligations.

Minimum / Maximum Members:
  • Minimum – 1 Owner
  • Maximum – 1 Owner
Time Required

Approximately 3 – 7 days

Documents Required

PAN Card of proprietor
Aadhaar Card / identity proof
Address proof of proprietor
Business address proof
Passport size photograph
Bank account details

2. Partnership Firm

A Partnership Firm is formed when two or more persons agree to carry on business together and share profits. It is governed by the Indian Partnership Act, 1932.

Minimum / Maximum Members:
  • Minimum – 2 Partners
  • Maximum – 50 Partners (as per Companies Act limit for associations)
Time Required

Approximately 5 – 10 days

Key Document
  • Partnership Deed

Documents Required

PAN Card of partners
identity proof of partners
Address proof of partners
Passport size photograph
Partnership Deed
Office address proof

3. Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) combines the flexibility of a partnership with the benefits of limited liability similar to a company. It is governed by the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.

Minimum / Maximum Members:
  • Minimum – 2 Partners
  • Minimum – 2 Designated Partners (At least one designated partner must be an Indian resident)
  • Maximum – No statutory limit
Time Required

Approximately 10 – 15 days

Key Document
  • LLP Agreement

Documents Required

PAN Card of partners
Aadhaar Card / identity proof
Address proof of proprietor
Passport size photograph
Registered office proof
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

4. Private Limited Company

A Private Limited Company is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. It is one of the most widely used structures for startups and businesses due to limited liability and better investment opportunities.

Minimum / Maximum Directors:
  • Minimum – 2 Directors
  • Maximum – 15 Directors (can be increased with special resolution)
Minimum / Maximum Shareholders:
  • Minimum – 2 Shareholders
  • Maximum – 200 Shareholders
Time Required

Approximately 10 – 20 days

Key Document
  • Memorandum of Association (MoA)
  • Articles of Association (AoA)

Documents Required

PAN Card of partners
identity proof of partners
Address proof of partners
Passport size photograph
Partnership Deed
Office address proof

5. One Person Company (OPC)

A One Person Company (OPC) allows a single entrepreneur to run a corporate entity with limited liability under the Companies Act, 2013.

Minimum / Maximum Members:
  • Minimum – 1 Shareholder
  • Maximum – 1 Shareholder
Directors
  • Minimum – 1 Director
  • Maximum – 15 Directors
Time Required

Approximately 10 – 15 days

Key Document
  • Memorandum of Association (MoA)
  • Articles of Association (AoA)

Documents Required

PAN Card of director
Aadhaar Card / identity proof
Address proof of proprietor
Business address proof
Passport size photograph
Registered office proof
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

6. Trust Registration

A Trust is created for charitable, religious, or social purposes. Trustees manage the trust property for the benefit of beneficiaries.

Trusts are governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 (for private trusts) and state laws for public trusts.

Minimum / Maximum Trustees:
  • Minimum – 2 Trustees (varies by state, often 2 or 3 recommended)
  • Maximum – No statutory limit
Time Required

Approximately 7 – 15 days

Key Document
  • Trust Deed

Documents Required

PAN Card of trustees
identity proof of trustees
Address proof of trustees
Passport size photograph
Trust Deed
Registered Office proof

7. Society Registration

A Society is an association of persons formed for charitable, educational, literary, scientific, or social purposes under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.

Minimum / Maximum Members:
  • Minimum – 7 Members
  • Maximum – No statutory limit
Time Required

Approximately 15 – 25 days

Key Document
  • Memorandum of Association (MoA)
  • Articles of Association (AoA)

Documents Required

PAN and ID proof of members
Address proof of members
Memorandum of Association
Rules and Regulations
Passport size photograph
Registered office proof
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Comparison of Business Structures

Feature Prop Partnership LLP Pvt Ltd OPC
Liability Unlimited Unlimited Limited Limited Limited
Members 1 2+ 2+ 2–200 1
Compliance Low Low Moderate High Moderate

Non-Profit Comparison

Feature Trust Society Section 8
Law Trust Act Society Act Companies Act
Members 2+ 7+ 2+
Compliance Low Moderate High

Choosing the Right Structure

  • Nature and scale of business
  • Number of owners or partners
  • Liability protection
  • Compliance requirements
  • Future expansion plans

Selecting the right structure ensures better legal protection, operational flexibility, and long-term business growth.

Disclaimer

Government fees for business registrations are prescribed under the relevant laws including the Companies Act, 2013, Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008, Indian Partnership Act, 1932, Societies Registration Act, 1860, and other applicable laws. Such fees are determined by the Government of India or the respective authorities and may be revised, increased, or decreased from time to time through official notifications.

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