A privately held business entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with limited liability for shareholders and a separate legal identity from its owners. Requires a minimum of 2 directors/shareholders.
Startups and growing businesses that want to raise external funding (VC/angel), limit personal liability, and build credibility with investors, banks, and clients.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Companies Act 2013
PAN & Aadhaar of directors/shareholders; passport-size photos; ID proof (Voter ID/Passport/Driving Licence); address proof (bank statement/utility bill, within 2 months); registered office proof (rent agreement + NOC or ownership document + utility bill); Digital Signature Certificate (DSC); notarised/apostilled passport for foreign nationals/NRIs.
Usually 7-10 working days once documents are in order.
Yes, provided at least one director is a resident of India and NRI documents are notarised/apostilled.