Answers to what founders ask us most about registration, licences, tax filings, compliance and trademarks.
At least two directors and two shareholders, who can be the same two people. At least one director must be resident in India. If you're alone, an OPC works with one person.
PAN, Aadhaar, a recent photo and an address proof such as a bank statement or utility bill. The registered office needs a recent utility bill plus a rent agreement or owner's NOC.
Stamp duty on the MOA, AOA and incorporation is set by each state and depends on authorised capital. We quote the exact figure for your state before you pay anything.
In year one: first board meeting within 30 days, auditor appointment, share certificates and INC-20A within 180 days. Then every year: AGM, AOC-4, MGT-7 and income tax, plus director KYC once every three years. Our compliance calendar lists them with dates.
Yes. Conversion to a Pvt Ltd is possible and common before fundraising. We'll explain what it involves so you decide today with the full picture.
Yes, as long as your employment contract doesn't prohibit it. Many founders register while still employed. Private Limited Company guide →
No. There's no minimum paid-up capital. Most founders start with ₹10,000–₹1 lakh. Private Limited Company guide →
Not as equity. Investors generally need shares, so founders planning to raise usually pick a Pvt Ltd. LLP Registration guide →
When turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh or partner contribution exceeds ₹25 lakh. LLP Registration guide →
An individual who is an Indian citizen, whether living in India or abroad (NRIs have been allowed since April 2021). The nominee must also be an Indian citizen. A person can be a member of only one OPC. One Person Company guide →
Yes, by converting the OPC into a Pvt Ltd. One Person Company guide →
No. Only from its members. Nidhi Company guide →
At least 7 to incorporate. Within 120 days you need 200 members and ₹20 lakh net owned funds, and must file NDH-4 for Central Government approval. Nidhi Company guide →
No, but an unregistered firm can't sue third parties to enforce its contracts, so we recommend it. Partnership Firm Registration guide →
Yes. Both conversions are common and we handle them. Partnership Firm Registration guide →
No single certificate exists. Udyam, GST and a shop licence together act as your business proof. Sole Proprietorship Setup guide →
When you add partners, raise funds or want limited liability. Sole Proprietorship Setup guide →
It's more regulated and more trusted by donors and CSR partners. We'll help you compare. Section 8 Company (NGO) guide →
Reasonable remuneration for services is possible within the rules. Section 8 Company (NGO) guide →
No. Listing is a separate process with SEBI and stock exchanges. Public Limited Company guide →
The government charges no fee. You pay only for professional help. GST Registration guide →
Yes. Many businesses do so to claim input credit or work with larger clients. GST Registration guide →
No government fee for Udyam registration. MSME / Udyam Registration guide →
Not always. It depends on whether GST applies to your business. MSME / Udyam Registration guide →
Yes. Basic registration covers small home food businesses. FSSAI Licence guide →
No. Platforms require a valid FSSAI number. FSSAI Licence guide →
No. GST is a tax registration; a trade licence is municipal permission to run a business at your premises. Trade Licence guide →
Only if they want to claim export benefits under the foreign trade policy. Import Export Code (IEC) guide →
No. Recognition comes first. The 3-year tax holiday (earlier section 80-IAC, now section 140 of the Income-tax Act, 2025) is a separate approval, for companies and LLPs incorporated before 1 April 2030. Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition guide →
Yes. DPIIT raised the turnover limit to ₹200 crore, added a deep-tech category (20 years, ₹300 crore) and opened recognition to cooperatives. Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition guide →
Yes. Employers in Telangana register and deduct PT from salaries as per the state slabs. Professional Tax Registration guide →
It isn't mandatory below 20, but you can register voluntarily. ESI & PF Registration guide →
You still need to file a nil return. GST Return Filing guide →
Yes. We compute late fees and interest and bring you up to date. GST Return Filing guide →
Yes. TAN is required to deduct and deposit TDS. TDS Return Filing guide →
From 1 April 2026 the Income-tax Act, 2025 replaced the 1961 Act. TDS return forms 24Q, 26Q and 27Q became Forms 138, 140 and 144, and Form 16 / 16A became Form 130 / 131. Due dates stay the same. TDS Return Filing guide →
Yes. Every company must file each year. Income Tax Return Filing guide →
Yes. The government sometimes extends them; we track the current dates. Income Tax Return Filing guide →
Yes. We work on Tally, Zoho Books and similar tools. Accounting & Bookkeeping guide →
Yes. Filings are due whether or not there's revenue. ROC Annual Compliance guide →
Yes. Filings are due whether or not there was business. LLP Annual Compliance guide →
No. The company must always meet its minimum number of directors. Add or Remove a Director guide →
No. It's the ceiling on shares the company can issue. Increase Authorised Capital guide →
Longer, since Regional Director approval is required. We'll give you a timeline at the start. Change of Registered Office guide →
The CIN may be updated to reflect the change, but the company stays the same legal entity. Company Name Change guide →
Demat rules apply to many private companies. We'll check whether yours is covered. Share Transfer guide →
Usually yes, since annual filings and fees continue until closure. Close a Company or LLP guide →
A company that hasn't started business within a year of incorporation, or hasn't operated for two years, with no assets or liabilities. Close a Company or LLP guide →
You'll need to update or re-register GST in the new entity's name. We handle it. Convert to Pvt Ltd guide →
No. Use ™ after filing and ® only after registration. Trademark Registration guide →
It depends on examination and objections, often many months. Your rights date back to the filing date. Trademark Registration guide →
No. The registry raises objections; oppositions come from third parties. Trademark Objection Reply guide →
Often many months or more, depending on evidence and hearing dates. Trademark Opposition guide →
Restoration is possible within a limited window. Act quickly. Trademark Renewal guide →
It exists from creation, but registration gives you solid evidence to enforce it. Copyright Registration guide →
Templates miss what matters to your team. A tailored agreement costs little compared with a dispute. Founders' & Shareholders' Agreement guide →
Many do. Stamp duty depends on the state and type of agreement; we'll tell you what applies. Business Agreements & Contracts guide →
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