Private Limited Company Incorporation

📝 Overview (What is it?)

A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is the gold standard for businesses in India. It is a legally incorporated structure that treats the business as an independent "legal person" completely separate from its owners.

The Power of Limited Liability: This is the biggest reason entrepreneurs choose this structure. If the business incurs huge debts or faces legal trouble, the personal bank accounts, homes, and assets of the directors/shareholders are completely protected by law.

Investor's First Choice: If you plan to pitch to Venture Capitalists (VCs), raise Angel Funding, or issue equity shares to co-founders and early employees, a Private Limited structure is a mandatory requirement.

High Trust & Credibility: Having "(Pvt) Ltd" next to your brand name instantly builds trust with big corporate clients, suppliers, and international vendors.

👥 Eligibility (Who can register?)

To register a Private Limited Company, you must meet these basic parameters:

• Minimum 2 Directors: You need at least 2 individuals to act as directors. At least one director must be a continuous resident of India.
• Minimum 2 Shareholders: You need at least 2 people to own the company's shares. (Note: The directors themselves can also be the shareholders).
• Indian Address: You must have a physical premises within India to register as your company's official registered office.
• No Minimum Capital: There is no minimum monetary limit required. You can start with capital as low as ₹10,000.

📁 Documents Required (What paperwork is needed?)

We keep document collection completely digital. Clear photos or scanned copies of the following are required:

A. For All Directors & Shareholders:

• PAN Card: Mandatory for all Indian citizens.
• [Aadhaar Redacted]: For identity and address linking.
• Identity Proof: Any one document—Valid Passport, Voter ID Card, or Driving License.
• Recent Address Proof: Any one document—Bank Account Statement, Electricity Bill, or Mobile Bill (Not older than 2 months and must match PAN name).
• Passport-Sized Photograph.

B. For the Registered Office Address:

• Electricity Bill: A recent utility bill for the office property.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC): A signed declaration from the property owner. If rented, a Rent Agreement copy is also needed. (You can use your home address).

⚡ The Process (How does it work?)

1. Step 1: Digital Signature Certificates (DSC): We apply for government-approved electronic signatures for all directors.
2. Step 2: Company Name Reservation: We help you select and reserve a unique name through the MCA portal.
3. Step 3: Legal Rulebook Drafting (MOA & AOA): We write the Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association.
4. Step 4: Final SPICe+ Portal Submission: We submit all applications, identity verifications, and details to the central government.
5. Step 5: Certificate & Corporate Kits: You receive your Certificate of Incorporation (COI), corporate PAN, and TAN.

🤝 How LegalEdge Helps

• Zero Office Visits: Our workflow is entirely paperless and remote.
• Flawless Legal Drafting: Our attorneys ensure your business is set up safely for future funding.
• All-In-One Delivery: You get a complete corporate kit (COI, PAN, TAN, and DSC tokens).
• Turnaround Time: Fully registered and ready to open a bank account in 7 to 10 working days.