What is Private Limited Company Registration?
A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is the most common structure for startups and growing businesses in India, incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. It offers limited liability to shareholders, a separate legal identity from its owners, and is the structure investors and venture capital funds prefer to invest in.
Incorporation is done entirely online through the MCA’s SPICe+ (INC-32) form, which bundles company incorporation, PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC and a bank account request into a single filing.
Who should register a Private Limited Company?
Private Limited is the right fit if you plan to raise external fundings, want to issue ESOPs, need limited liability protection, or plan to scale beyond a handful of founders. It requires a minimum of two directors and two shareholders (which can be the same two people), and at least one director must be an Indian resident.
Why is Private Limited Company Registration Important for Your Business?
Limited liability protection
Shareholders’ personal assets are protected beyond their shareholding.
Preferred by investors
VCs and angel investors overwhelmingly prefer Pvt Ltd for equity funding.
Perpetual succession
The company continues to exist independent of changes in directors or shareholders.
Easier to raise capital
Equity shares, ESOPs and convertible notes are all straightforward to issue.
What Documents Are Required for Private Limited Company Registration?
What’s Included
- Name approval (RUN) and SPICe+ filing
- DIN and DSC for all directors
- MOA and AOA drafting
- PAN, TAN and bank account application
- Certificate of Incorporation
Documents Needed
- PAN card and Aadhaar card of all directors
- Passport-size photograph of all directors
- Registered office address proof (utility bill + NOC from owner)
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) if not already held
How Private Limited Company Registration works
Step 1: Name reservation
We check availability and file RUN/SPICe+ Part A to reserve your company name. (1 working day)
Step 2: Document collection & DSC
Directors’ KYC is collected and Digital Signature Certificates issued. (1-2 working days)
Step 3: SPICe+ filing
MOA, AOA and SPICe+ Part B are drafted and filed with the Registrar of Companies. (2-3 working days)
Step 4: Certificate of Incorporation
ROC reviews the application and issues the Certificate of Incorporation along with PAN and TAN. (3-5 working days)
Apex Legal vs. typical providers
| What you get | Apex Legal | Typical providers |
|---|---|---|
| Named relationship manager | Yes — one point of contact | Often a rotating call queue |
| Fixed, upfront pricing | Quoted before work starts | Hidden charges common after filing |
| Documents vetted before filing | Yes, to avoid rejections | Often filed as submitted |
| Department queries handled | Included in your plan | Frequently billed as an extra |
| Compliance calendar after delivery | Provided automatically | Rarely offered |
Private Limited Company Registration questions
How many directors do I need?
A minimum of two directors and two shareholders, who can be the same individuals. At least one director must be a resident of India.
Is there a minimum capital requirement?
No minimum paid-up capital is required — you can start with as little as ₹1.
Can I register from home?
Yes, your registered office can be a residential address as long as you have a utility bill and a No-Objection Certificate from the owner.
How long is the process?
Most Private Limited Companies are incorporated in 7-10 working days once documents are in order.
Do I need a CA or CS?
Our panel of Company Secretaries handles the entire filing for you — you just provide documents and signatures.