Private Limited Company Registration
Last updated: August 2026 · Reviewed by the Ravel Corporate Advisors team
The structure investors and banks trust. We handle your Private Limited incorporation end to end — digital signatures, director DINs, name approval, MOA/AOA drafting and the final Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN.
Key takeaways
- Minimum 2 directors and 2 shareholders; at least one director resident in India.
- No minimum paid-up capital required.
- Limited liability and easy transfer of shares.
- Incorporation typically completes in 7–15 working days.
What is a Private Limited Company?
A Private Limited Company is a separate legal entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013. Its shareholders enjoy limited liability, ownership is divided into shares that can be transferred, and its regulated structure gives banks, investors and customers confidence. It is the preferred vehicle for startups that plan to raise funding or scale.
Eligibility
- Directors: minimum 2 (maximum 15); at least one must be resident in India.
- Shareholders: minimum 2, maximum 200 (can be the same as the directors).
- Capital: no minimum paid-up capital.
- Name: unique and not identical/similar to an existing company or trademark.
Documents required
| For | Documents |
|---|---|
| Each director / shareholder | PAN card; Aadhaar; identity proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence); address proof — bank statement or electricity / mobile / telephone bill not older than 2 months; passport-size photo; email & mobile |
| Foreign nationals | Passport (notarised / apostilled) plus address proof |
| Registered office | Utility bill (electricity / water / gas) not older than 2 months; rent agreement if rented; NOC from the owner |
Step-by-step process
- Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for the proposed directors.
- Name reservation through the MCA SPICe+ (Part A) facility.
- MOA & AOA drafting and SPICe+ (Part B) forms with DIN application.
- Filing with the ROC along with AGILE-PRO (GST/EPFO/ESIC/bank) as applicable.
- Certificate of Incorporation issued with CIN, company PAN and TAN.
What you receive
- Certificate of Incorporation with CIN
- Company PAN and TAN
- DSCs and DINs for directors
- MOA & AOA
After incorporation
A company must maintain books, hold board meetings, file annual ROC returns (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A), complete director KYC and file income tax. We provide full ongoing ROC compliance, accounting and annual filing so you can focus on growth.
Prefer lighter compliance or a partner-run model? Compare with LLP and OPC registration.