
Learn how to register a company in India in 2025 with this complete legal step-by-step guide. Includes eligibility, required documents, fees, and online registration process.
How to Register a Company in India in 2025
Starting a business in India? The first official step is to register your company with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Whether you want to launch a tech startup or a consultancy firm, this guide walks you through the step-by-step process of registering a company in India in 2025.
Types of Company Structures in India
Before registering, choose the right company structure based on your business goals.
Type of Entity | Ideal For | Minimum Members |
---|---|---|
Private Limited Company | Startups, scalable businesses | 2 |
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | Professionals, low-risk businesses | 2 |
One Person Company (OPC) | Solo founders | 1 |
Partnership Firm | Small local businesses | 2 |
Sole Proprietorship | Freelancers, very small businesses | 1 |
Public Limited Company | Businesses planning to raise capital | 7 |

📋 Step-by-Step Process to Register a Company in India (2025)
✅ Step 1: Choose a Unique Company Name
- Use the MCA’s name search tool to check name availability
- Ensure your business name is unique, not offensive, and ends with Pvt. Ltd., LLP, etc.
✅ Step 2: Obtain a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Required for all proposed directors and subscribers
- Cost: ₹1,000–₹2,000 (varies by provider)
- Apply via Certifying Authorities like eMudhra, Sify, or nCode
✅ Step 3: Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)
- Required for each director
- Apply via SPICe+ Part A form on the MCA portal
✅ Step 4: File SPICe+ Form on MCA Portal
The SPICe+ form is an integrated web form that allows you to:
- Reserve company name (Part A)
- Apply for company incorporation (Part B)
- Apply for PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC, and Professional Tax
✅ Step 5: Draft MOA and AOA
- Memorandum of Association (MOA): Objectives of the company
- Articles of Association (AOA): Rules and regulations
Both can be filed electronically via SPICe+.
✅ Step 6: Submit All Documents
Upload these documents on the MCA portal:
- Identity & address proof of directors
- PAN card copies
- Utility bill for office address
- Passport-size photographs
- NOC from property owner (if rented)
- MOA and AOA
✅ Step 7: Pay the Government Fees
- Charges depend on authorized capital
- Fees include stamp duty, form filing charges, and PAN/TAN application costs
✅ Step 8: Get Certificate of Incorporation (CoI)
- Issued by the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
- Contains your CIN (Company Identification Number)
✅ Step 9: Apply for PAN, TAN & Bank Account
- PAN and TAN are now issued along with incorporation
- Open a company current account using CoI & PAN
🧾 Documents Required for Company Registration
Document Type | Required From |
---|---|
PAN Card | All directors/shareholders (Indian only) |
Passport | For foreign nationals |
Address Proof (Aadhaar, DL, etc) | All directors/shareholders |
Utility Bill | Proof of registered office |
NOC from Owner | If rented property |
MOA and AOA | Company legal documents |

💸 Cost to Register a Company in India (2025)
Company Type | Approx. Registration Cost (INR) |
---|---|
Private Ltd Company | ₹6,000 – ₹15,000 |
LLP | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
OPC | ₹6,000 – ₹14,000 |
Sole Proprietorship | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 |
Note: Prices vary depending on CA/CS fees, authorized capital, and add-on services.
🌐 Company Registration Portals
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs: https://www.mca.gov.in
- Start-up India Registration: https://www.startupindia.gov.in
- PAN/TAN Registration: [https://www.incometax.gov.in](https://www.incomet
Also read: What is Startup India Scheme
Last Updated on: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 1:59 pm by Admin | Published by: BUSINESS SAGA TEAM on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 1:59 pm | News Categories: Startup News
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