To make a Private Limited company online, obtain DSC for directors, apply for name approval and incorporation together in SPICe+ with e-MoA and e-AoA, optionally register GST, EPFO and ESIC through AGILE-PRO-S, and receive the Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN and TAN.
Key takeaways
- SPICe+ combines name reservation, DIN, incorporation, PAN and TAN in one integrated form.
- AGILE-PRO-S can register GST, EPFO, ESIC and a bank account request alongside incorporation.
- A practising professional must certify the declaration, so the process cannot be fully self-certified.
- The MCA has proposed amendments to incorporation rules, so confirm current forms before filing.
01What you need before you start
- Two or more directors and shareholders, with at least one resident director
- Digital Signature Certificates for directors and subscribers
- Proposed company name and main object
- Registered office proof with owner NOC
02The online process
- Register on the MCA portal and create user IDs.
- Fill SPICe+ Part A for name reservation and Part B for incorporation, DIN and PAN.
- Attach e-MoA and e-AoA with the subscribers' details.
- Add AGILE-PRO-S if you want GST and employee registrations done together.
- Pay fees and stamp duty, then track the SRN until approval.
03After you receive the certificate
- Open the company bank account and deposit the subscribed capital
- Appoint the first auditor within 30 days
- File INC-20A within 180 days
- Set up accounting, GST returns and TDS
Skipping the post-incorporation tasks is the most common first-year compliance miss.
04Cost and time
Government fees depend on authorised capital and the state's stamp duty. Plan for 7 to 15 working days from a complete application. Our private limited registration service handles the filing end to end.
Frequently asked questions
Can I register a Private Limited company with one director?
No. A Private Limited company needs at least two directors. A solo founder can consider a One Person Company.
Do I need a physical office?
You need a registered office address with valid proof. It can be a leased or owned premises with the owner's consent.
Is DSC mandatory?
Yes, directors and subscribers must sign electronically with a Digital Signature Certificate.
What is the CIN?
The Corporate Identification Number is the unique ID issued by the RoC on incorporation.
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.