Private Limited Company Registration
- India's most trusted business structure for startups and growing companies
- Fully online, expert-assisted, and delivered in as few as 10 working days.
What Our Clients Say
“We got our Certificate of Incorporation in just 11 working days. The team handled everything — DSCs, name reservation, MoA drafting — without a single back-and-forth. Highly recommended for anyone starting a company.”
Arjun Mehta
Co-founder, NovaTech Solutions Pvt Ltd
“As a first-time founder with no legal background, I was nervous about the incorporation process. FylFlix made it completely stress-free. They explained every step and kept me updated throughout.”
Priya Sharma
Founder, GreenLeaf Organics Pvt Ltd
“Switched from a traditional CA firm to FylFlix for our second company registration. The difference in speed and transparency was night and day. Dashboard-based tracking is a game changer.”
Rohan Verma
Director, Buildfast Infra Pvt Ltd
“We got our Certificate of Incorporation in just 11 working days. The team handled everything — DSCs, name reservation, MoA drafting — without a single back-and-forth. Highly recommended for anyone starting a company.”
Arjun Mehta
Co-founder, NovaTech Solutions Pvt Ltd
“As a first-time founder with no legal background, I was nervous about the incorporation process. FylFlix made it completely stress-free. They explained every step and kept me updated throughout.”
Priya Sharma
Founder, GreenLeaf Organics Pvt Ltd
“Switched from a traditional CA firm to FylFlix for our second company registration. The difference in speed and transparency was night and day. Dashboard-based tracking is a game changer.”
Rohan Verma
Director, Buildfast Infra Pvt Ltd
“We got our Certificate of Incorporation in just 11 working days. The team handled everything — DSCs, name reservation, MoA drafting — without a single back-and-forth. Highly recommended for anyone starting a company.”
Arjun Mehta
Co-founder, NovaTech Solutions Pvt Ltd
“As a first-time founder with no legal background, I was nervous about the incorporation process. FylFlix made it completely stress-free. They explained every step and kept me updated throughout.”
Priya Sharma
Founder, GreenLeaf Organics Pvt Ltd
“Switched from a traditional CA firm to FylFlix for our second company registration. The difference in speed and transparency was night and day. Dashboard-based tracking is a game changer.”
Rohan Verma
Director, Buildfast Infra Pvt Ltd
Get Started Today
Fill the form below for a free consultation.
Choose The Best Package For Your Business
We target application submission within 7 days, or you receive a full refund.
Basic Plan
+ Govt. fees separately
Get StartedStandard
Govt. fee if applicable will be charged seperately
Get StartedStandard Plan
+ Govt. fees separately
Get StartedCustom Plan
Tailored scope & pricing for your specific requirements
Everything you need and more
Overview
A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is a business entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 and registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It is legally defined under Section 2(68) of the Act as a company that restricts the right to transfer its shares, limits the number of its members to 200 (excluding employee-members), and prohibits any invitation to the public to subscribe for its securities.
The Pvt Ltd structure offers a separate legal identity distinct from its owners — the company can own property, enter into contracts, borrow money, and sue or be sued in its own name. Shareholders enjoy limited liability, meaning their personal assets are protected from the company's debts and obligations.
It is the preferred business structure for startups, tech companies, and investor-backed ventures because it allows equity fundraising from angel investors and VCs, facilitates FDI under the automatic route in most sectors, and provides a clean, auditable governance structure that institutional investors and large clients expect.
What is a Private Limited Company?
Classification details
Pvt Ltd — Quick Fact Sheet (Companies Act, 2013)
| Parameter | Requirement | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Directors | 2 | Section 149 |
| Maximum Directors | 15 | Section 149 |
| Resident Director | At least 1 (182+ days) | Section 149(3) |
| Minimum Members | 2 | Section 2(68) |
| Maximum Members | 200 (excl. employees) | Section 2(68) |
| Minimum Paid-Up Capital | No minimum | Companies Amendment Act, 2015 |
| Public Offer of Shares | Prohibited | Section 2(68) |
| Share Transfer | Restricted by AoA | Section 2(68) |
| Name Suffix | Must end with 'Private Limited' | Section 4(1)(a) |
| Governing Law | Companies Act, 2013 | MCA, Govt. of India |
Types of Private Limited Companies
Classification details
Classification of Private Limited Companies
| Type | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Company Limited by Shares | Liability of members is limited to the unpaid amount on shares held. Most common type. | Startups, SMEs, investor-backed ventures |
| Company Limited by Guarantee | No share capital; members guarantee a fixed amount in case of winding up. | Non-profits, clubs, associations, charitable entities |
| Unlimited Company | Members have unlimited liability. Rarely used in practice. | Specific professional or holding structures (uncommon) |
Documents Required
Keep these ready before you start the application process
PAN card of all proposed directors and shareholders (self-attested)
Aadhaar card / passport / voter ID of all proposed directors (any one, self-attested)
Latest bank statement or utility bill (not older than 2 months) as address proof of each director
Recent passport-size photographs of all proposed directors (white background)
Proof of registered office address — rent agreement + NOC from property owner (if rented), or electricity bill / property tax receipt (if owned)
Latest utility bill (electricity / water / telephone) for the registered office address
Proposed company name(s) — up to 2 preferences in priority order with brief business description
Proposed shareholding pattern — number of shares and % holding for each shareholder
Proposed authorised share capital amount
Object clause / description of primary and ancillary business activities for the MoA
For NRI or foreign directors — notarised and apostilled copy of passport and overseas address proof
Start Your Application
Expert CA/CS guidance, no hidden terms.
Quick, reliable Private Limited Company Registration experts in 24 Hours
Eliminate paperwork headaches. Let our tech-driven platform and industry experts handle your compliance reliably and efficiently.
Benefits of a Private Limited Company
Limited liability — shareholders' personal assets are fully protected; liability is restricted to the amount invested in shares
Separate legal entity — the company can own property, sign contracts, open bank accounts, and litigate in its own name
Perpetual succession — the company continues to exist regardless of changes in shareholders or directors, including death or resignation
Easier fundraising — preferred by angel investors, VCs, and banks; equity funding via share allotment is legally structured
FDI under automatic route — foreign investors can invest in most sectors without prior RBI approval
Lower corporate tax rate — 22% (existing companies) or 25% (turnover up to Rs. 400 crore), significantly lower than individual slab rates
Startup India tax benefits — recognised startups can claim income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC for 3 out of 10 years
Enhanced credibility — 'Private Limited' suffix signals formal governance to clients, suppliers, government bodies, and lenders
Structured ownership — shares can be allotted to employees (ESOPs), investors, or co-founders with clear governance
Easier to transfer ownership — shares can be transferred or sold without dissolving the business entity
PAN and TAN issued automatically — along with the Certificate of Incorporation via MCA's SPICe+ process
Pvt Ltd vs LLP vs Sole Proprietorship vs OPC
| Parameter | Pvt Ltd | LLP | Sole Proprietorship | OPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Identity | Separate | Separate | Not separate | Separate |
| Liability | Limited to shareholding | Limited to contribution | Unlimited personal | Limited to shareholding |
| Min. Members | 2 directors, 2 shareholders | 2 partners | 1 | 1 director + 1 nominee |
| Max. Members | 15 directors, 200 shareholders | No upper limit | 1 | 1 shareholder |
| Foreign Ownership | Allowed (automatic route most sectors) | Allowed (RBI/FIPB approval) | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Equity Fundraising | Yes — shares, ESOPs, VC/angel | No equity; profit sharing only | Not possible | Not possible |
| Tax Rate | 22–25% corporate tax | 30% flat + surcharge | Individual slab rates | 22–25% corporate tax |
| Compliance | Moderate — ROC, audit, AGM | Moderate — annual statement | Minimal | Moderate — ROC, audit |
| Perpetual Succession | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Ideal For | Startups, funded ventures, scale-ups | Professionals, small firms | Freelancers, small traders | Solo entrepreneurs |
Key Features
Separate legal entity — exists independently of its shareholders and directors (Section 9, Companies Act, 2013)
Limited liability — members' liability is restricted to the unpaid amount on their shares
Perpetual succession — business continues uninterrupted regardless of ownership changes
Restriction on share transfer — shares cannot be freely transferred to outsiders without AoA approval, keeping ownership within a trusted group
Prohibition on public offering — shares and debentures cannot be offered to the general public (Section 2(68))
No minimum paid-up capital — you can incorporate with any amount after the Companies Amendment Act, 2015
Maximum 200 shareholders — excluding employee-shareholders, ensuring a closely held structure
FDI permitted — foreign investment allowed under automatic route in most sectors under FEMA
ESOP-friendly — equity shares can be issued to employees under a structured ESOP plan
Mandatory audit — books of accounts must be audited annually by a practising Chartered Accountant
Registered under MCA — regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, providing legal recognition and statutory protections
Registration Process
Obtain Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for all proposed directors — Class 3 DSC from a licensed Certifying Authority
Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN) for proposed directors via SPICe+ Part A on the MCA portal
Reserve the company name using RUN (Reserve Unique Name) — up to 2 name preferences can be submitted
Draft the Memorandum of Association (MoA) defining the company's objects and Articles of Association (AoA) defining internal governance rules
File SPICe+ (INC-32) Part B with e-MoA, e-AoA, and AGILE-PRO-S (INC-35) on the MCA21 portal — includes applications for GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC, and bank account
MCA processes the application and issues the Certificate of Incorporation (COI) with the Corporate Identification Number (CIN), Company PAN, and TAN