Incorporation Services

Incorporation Services

End-to-EndCompany Incorporation Services for Seamless Business Setup and Legal Compliance

Start Your Business in India with Legal Clarity and Regulatory Confidence

At ACAS Advisory, we provide comprehensive incorporation services for businesses looking to establish their legal presence in India. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup founder, or an established business expanding into a new structure, our expert team ensures a smooth and compliant incorporation process tailored to your objectives.

With deep expertise in the Companies Act, 2013 and allied laws, we help you choose the right entity structure, complete regulatory filings, obtain mandatory registrations, and set up a legally sound foundation for growth. Our end-to-end services are designed to minimize delays, ensure compliance, and deliver strategic value from day one.

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One Person Company (OPC)
Best suited for solo founders, freelancers, and consultants who want corporate status while maintaining full control.
Public Limited Company (PLC)
Best suited for solo founders, freelancers, and consultants who want corporate status while maintaining full control.
Partnership Firm
Traditional business form with shared ownership and operations. Simpler structure, minimal regulatory requirements.
Producer Company
Designed specifically for farmers and agricultural producers to operate collectively under a corporate structure.
Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd)
Ideal for startups and growing businesses looking to raise capital and scale operations. Offers limited liability and separate legal identity.
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Combines the benefits of limited liability with partnership flexibility. Favoured by professionals and service providers.
Section 8 Company
For non-profits and NGOs involved in charitable, social, or educational work. Eligible for tax exemptions and CSR funding.
Sole Proprietorship
Easiest to start for individual entrepreneurs. Best suited for local businesses and freelancers with low compliance needs.
Start strong with the right business model

Entity Structures for Business Incorporation

Incorporation is not just a legal formality—it’s the foundation of a responsible, scalable, and future-ready business. By incorporating, entrepreneurs separate personal and business liability, gain access to formal funding, and establish a credible legal identity in the eyes of clients, regulators, and investors. Whether you’re a startup, a family business, or a non-profit, the right entity structure ensures transparency, protects assets, and supports long-term vision. It enables strategic planning, facilitates compliance, and gives your business the structure it needs to grow confidently. At ACAS Advisory, we believe incorporation is the first and most powerful step in transforming an idea into an institution.

Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd)
  • Legal Framework: Companies Act, 2013

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 2 Shareholders

  • 2 Directors (at least one resident in India)

  • Registered office in India

  • No minimum capital requirement

  • Key Features:

  • Separate legal entity with perpetual succession

  • Limited liability for shareholders

  • Maximum shareholders can be up to 200

  • Ownership transferable via shares

  • Eligible to raise equity or debt from investors

  • Mandatory annual audit and ROC filings

  • Better governance and market credibility

  • Suitability: Ideal for startups, MSMEs, and businesses planning to raise funding or bring in professional management.

  • Scalability: Highly scalable; can convert to a Public Limited Company and attract venture capital or PE investments.

    • One Person Company (OPC)
  • Legal Framework: Companies Act, 2013 (Section 2(62))

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 1 Shareholder (Indian citizen and resident)

  • 1 Director (can be the same as shareholder)

  • 1 Nominee (Indian resident)

  • Registered office in India

  • Key Features:

  • Separate legal entity

  • Limited liability protection

  • Cannot raise equity from public

  • Easier compliance than Pvt Ltd

  • Mandatory conversion upon crossing ₹2 crore turnover or ₹50 lakh capital

  • Suitability: Perfect for solo entrepreneurs, consultants, and professionals.

  • Scalability: Limited; conversion to Pvt Ltd needed for further growth.
    • Public Limited Company (PLC)

  • Legal Framework: Companies Act, 2013; SEBI Act & Regulations

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 3 Directors

  • 7 Shareholders (no upper limit)

  • Registered office in India

  • Minimum capital (as per SEBI listing norms)

  • Key Features:

  • Can raise public capital via IPO

  • Eligible for stock exchange listing

  • High compliance and transparency requirements

  • Separate legal identity

  • Governance with independent directors

  • Suitability: Best for large companies with expansion and public fundraising plans.

  • Scalability: Very high; supports national/international expansion and investments.
    • Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

  • Legal Framework: Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 2 Designated Partners (at least one Indian resident)

  • LLP Agreement

  • Registered office in India

  • Key Features:

  • Separate legal entity

  • Limited liability for partners

  • No minimum capital

  • Audit not mandatory unless turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh or capital ₹25 lakh

  • Taxed as partnership firm

  • Suitability: Ideal for professional firms, startups, and small businesses.

  • Scalability: Moderate; suitable for service-based models without public equity.
    • Partnership Firm
  • Legal Framework: Indian Partnership Act, 1932

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 2 Partners

  • Partnership Deed

  • Optional registration with Registrar of Firms

  • Key Features:

  • Easy to form and operate

  • Unlimited liability for partners

  • Not a separate legal entity

  • Simple tax and compliance regime

  • Suitability: Best for traditional, family-run, or small local businesses.

  • Scalability: Low to moderate; not suited for external investments or scaling.
    • Section 8 Company (Non-Profit Organization)

  • Legal Framework: Companies Act, 2013 – Section 8

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 2 Directors (Private), 3 (Public)

  • 2 Members (Private), 7 (Public)

  • Registered office in India

  • ROC approval for Section 8 license

  • Key Features:

  • Formed for charitable/social objectives

  • No dividend distribution allowed

  • Tax exemptions available under 12AA & 80G

  • Strict compliance and transparency norms

  • Suitability: Ideal for NGOs, trusts, and social enterprises.

  • Scalability: High; can access CSR funds, grants, and donations.
    • Producer Company
  • Legal Framework: Companies Act, 2013

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • 10 individual producers or 2 producer institutions

  • Only producers as shareholders

  • Registered office in India

  • Key Features:

  • Supports economic upliftment of farmers

  • Profits shared via patronage bonus

  • Eligible for agri schemes and subsidies

  • Separate legal identity

  • Suitability: For farmer groups, dairy cooperatives, and rural collectives.

  • Scalability: High; backed by institutional and government support.
    • Sole Proprietorship
  • Legal Framework: Not under a specific Act; governed by GST, MSME/Udyam, and local laws

  • Minimum Requirements:

  • One individual owner

  • Registrations based on business type and jurisdiction

  • Key Features:

  • Simple and cost-effective setup

  • Unlimited liability for owner

  • No separate legal identity

  • Direct control over business operations

  • Suitability: Ideal for freelancers, small traders, and home-based businesses.

  • Scalability: Low; needs conversion to LLP or company for growth and funding.

    • Our Support Services

    Our Incorporation Support Includes

    We manage the full lifecycle of company incorporation—from choosing the right business structure and name approval to statutory filings, licensing, and post-registration compliance. Our expert team ensures a seamless setup with end-to-end legal, regulatory, and operational support tailored to your business goals.
    1
    Pre-Incorporation Advisory
    • Business structure selection: Choosing the right entity type (Private/Public Ltd, LLP, OPC, etc.)
    • Name availability search & reservation via RUN or SPICe+ Part A
    • Director Identification Number (DIN) and Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
    • Guidance on shareholding structure, initial capital, and board composition
    • Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) compliance and structuring (if applicable)
    2
    Documentation & Filing
    • Drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association (MOA & AOA)
    • Preparation of all statutory incorporation documents and declarations
    • Online filing of MCA forms
    3
    Statutory & Regulatory Registrations
    • PAN and TAN
    • GST Registration (Goods & Services Tax)
    • MSME/Udyam Registration
    • ESIC, EPF, Professional Tax (as applicable)
    • Shop & Establishment Act registration (State-specific)
    4
    Post-Incorporation Assistance
    • Bank Account Opening coordination and documentation
    • Initial Board Meeting & Resolutions support
    • Assistance with Share Certificates and Statutory Registers
    • Assistance in drafting of Rental Agreements/NOC
    • Filing of INC-22 for Registered Office
    • Filing of commencement of business (INC-20A) for companies having share capital
    • Ongoing compliance calendar setup and advisory

    Documents Required for Company Incorporation

    To incorporate a company in India, directors and shareholders must provide valid ID and address proof, recent photographs, and required regulatory documents. Indian nationals need PAN, Aadhaar, and utility bills; NRIs and foreign nationals must submit notarized passports, overseas address proof, and bank statements. All foreign documents must be apostilled or consularized. Our team ensures complete guidance for seamless documentation and compliance.

    From Directors and Shareholders (Indian Nationals)
    • PAN Card – Mandatory for all Indian shareholders/directors
    • Aadhaar Card – Required for e-KYC and DSC application
    • Identity Proof (any one):
      • Passport
      • Voter ID
      • Driving License
    • Address Proof (any one, not older than 2 months):
      • Bank Statement
      • Utility Bill (Electricity, Water, Gas)
      • Telephone/Mobile Bill
    • Passport-size Photograph – Recent, in JPG format for online upload
    • Specimen Signature – May be required for bank and DSC formalities
    From Directors and Shareholders (NRI)
    1. Identity Proof (any one):
      • Passport (mandatory as ID proof for NRIs)
      • OCI/PIO Card (if applicable)
    2. Address Proof (any one, not older than 2 months):
      • Bank Statement with address
      • Utility Bill (electricity/water/gas/landline)

    Other Documents:

    • Residence Permit issued by the foreign government
    • Recent color photograph (JPEG or PNG, white background)
    • Investment must come via banking channels through NRE/NRO/FCNR account

    Note: All foreign documents must be notarized and apostilled or consularized by the Indian Embassy/High Commission in that country, depending on whether the country is part of The Hague Convention.

    From Directors and Shareholders (Foreign Nationals)
    • Passport – Mandatory, notarized and apostilled
    • Visa and Overseas Address Proof
    • Identity Proof – Passport serves this purpose
    • Residential Address Proof (any one):
      • Foreign Bank Statement
      • Utility Bill
      • Driving License
    • Photograph – In JPG format

    Note: All foreign documents must be notarized and apostilled/consularized as per the country of origin.

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