Online company registration in India is done on the MCA portal through SPICe+. You sign with Digital Signature Certificates, upload documents and pay fees online, and receive the Certificate of Incorporation electronically. A practising professional must certify the declaration.
Key takeaways
- The whole process is online; no office visit is needed.
- DSC is required for signing.
- Name approval, DIN, PAN and TAN are bundled into SPICe+.
- Rejections usually come from name and address problems.
01What happens online
- Create the MCA user account.
- Obtain DSC for each signer.
- Fill SPICe+ and attach e-MoA and e-AoA.
- Upload address and identity proofs.
- Pay the fee and track the SRN.
- Download the Certificate of Incorporation.
02What can go wrong
- Name rejected for similarity to an existing company or trademark
- Name or date of birth mismatch between documents
- Unclear or missing address proof
- Signature problems with an expired DSC
Prepare three name options, check each against the MCA and trademark databases, and apply with the strongest one.
03Do I still need a professional?
A practising CA, CS or CMA must certify the declaration in SPICe+. A professional also helps draft the MOA and AOA objects, structure shareholding and avoid rejections. See our private limited registration service.
Frequently asked questions
Is online registration valid?
Yes. The Certificate of Incorporation is issued electronically and is fully valid.
How long does it take?
Usually 7 to 15 working days once documents are in order.
Do all directors need DSC?
Yes, directors and subscribers sign electronically using DSC.
Can a foreigner register online?
Yes, with notarised and apostilled documents where required. See foreign company setup.
This guide is general information based on Indian law as understood in October 2026. Rules, fees and due dates change, so confirm current requirements with a qualified Chartered Accountant before you act. It is not professional advice.