Choose the structure
| Private limited | LLP | OPC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum people | 2 directors, 2 shareholders | 2 designated partners | 1 director-member and a nominee |
| Raising equity | Yes: shares, CCPS, ESOPs | No shares | Convert first |
| Annual compliance | Higher: audit, AGM, AOC-4, MGT-7 | Lower: Form 8, Form 11 | Moderate: no AGM |
| Best for | Startups planning to raise funds | Professionals and service firms | Solo founders |
How registration works
- Name. We check your names against MCA naming rules and reserve one through SPICe+ Part A, or RUN-LLP for an LLP.
- Documents. PAN and Aadhaar of each director, a recent photo, an address proof under two months old, and for the office, a utility bill with an NOC or rental agreement. We draft the NOC or rental agreement.
- Filing. We file SPICe+ Part B with the MoA, AoA and AGILE-PRO-S, or FiLLiP for an LLP. Applications are processed by MCA's Central Registration Centre.
- Certificate. The certificate of incorporation comes with the CIN, PAN and TAN. Your company is then registered with the Registrar of Companies, Hyderabad.
The first 180 days
- First board meeting within 30 days, and appointment of the first auditor within 30 days
- Open the bank account and receive the subscription money
- Declaration of commencement of business in INC-20A within 180 days, for companies with share capital. Missing it costs the company ₹50,000.
Our compliance calendar shows these dates when you enter your incorporation date.
Questions we are asked
Do I need an office in Hyderabad to register here?
You need a registered office address in Telangana, which can be your home or a rented space, with a utility bill and the owner's NOC.
How long does registration take?
Name approval takes at least five working days. Incorporation usually follows within one to two weeks of filing, subject to MCA approval.
Can NRIs or foreign nationals be directors?
Yes. At least one director must be resident in India. Foreign directors need notarised or apostilled documents, and foreign investment must follow FEMA rules.