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One Person Company (OPC) Registration in India

A One Person Company (OPC) is a unique business structure that allows a single individual to own and manage an entire company with limited liability protection. It combines the simplicity of a sole proprietorship with the legal benefits of a company, making it ideal for solo founders and small business owners who want complete control without taking on partners.

Under the Companies Act, 2013, an OPC is a company formed by one person as a member and shareholder, with a mandatory nominee. It enjoys separate legal identity, perpetual succession, and limited liability—just like any other company, but with far fewer compliance requirements. This makes One Person Company (OPC) registration a popular choice for entrepreneurs seeking flexibility and formal business recognition.

Professional fee starts at ₹1,999 + actual government state fees.

Choose the Best OPC Company Registration Plan

Select the plan that fits your business needs. All plans include standard drafting, filings, and support.

Essential Setup
₹1,999+ Govt Fees

BASIC

Essential OPC registration and nominee setup kit.

  • Company name help
  • SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
  • Company PAN + TAN
  • MOA + AOA drafting
  • PF and ESIC registration
  • Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
  • DSC preparation in 3-4 days
  • DIN for Director & Nominee
  • Expert assisted process
  • INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
  • MSME Registration
  • Startup India Registration
  • Digital signature certificate
  • Director DSC
  • Trademark Registration
  • Pitch Deck
Most Popular
₹6,999+ Govt Fees

STANDARD

Standard OPC package including government registration and acceleration programs.

  • Company name help
  • SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
  • Company PAN + TAN
  • MOA + AOA drafting
  • PF and ESIC registration
  • Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
  • DSC preparation in 3-4 days
  • DIN for Director & Nominee
  • Expert assisted process
  • INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
  • MSME Registration
  • Startup India Registration
  • Digital signature certificate
  • Director DSC
  • Trademark Registration
  • Pitch Deck
Best Value
₹8,999+ Govt Fees

PREMIUM

Comprehensive OPC package including trademarks, physical DSCs and investor decks.

  • Company name help
  • SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
  • Company PAN + TAN
  • MOA + AOA drafting
  • PF and ESIC registration
  • Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
  • DSC preparation in 3-4 days
  • DIN for Director & Nominee
  • Expert assisted process
  • INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
  • MSME Registration
  • Startup India Registration
  • Digital signature certificate
  • Director DSC
  • Trademark Registration
  • Pitch Deck

Documents Required for OPC Registration

1. Identity & Address Proof of Shareholder and Nominee

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Voter ID
  • Driving Licence
  • PAN Card of Shareholder
  • PAN Card of Nominee
  • Recent Utility Bill (electricity/water/gas)
  • Latest Bank Statement
  • Passport-size Photographs of Sole Shareholder and Nominee

2. Registered Office Proof

  • Electricity Bill: Must not be older than 30 days.
  • Property Tax Receipt: If owned by the founder.
  • Rent Agreement: If the premises are rented for business.
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC): From the owner, giving permission to use the premises as the registered office.

3. Director Consent & Declarations

  • Consent Letter from the Director agreeing to act as the sole director.
  • Nominee Consent (INC-3): Acceptance by the nominee to take over if the sole member becomes incapable.
  • Declaration by the Director (INC-9): Confirming legal eligibility.

4. Memorandum of Association (MOA)

States the company’s objectives and scope of activities, filed along with incorporation forms.

5. Articles of Association (AOA)

Defines internal rules, governance structure, and operational guidelines, submitted together with the MOA.

Did you know? The SPICe+ form alone integrates more than 8 different services (name reservation, DIN, incorporation, PAN, TAN, ESIC, EPFO and more), significantly reducing both time and paperwork for first‑time founders.

One Person Company (OPC) Registration Process

Step 1: Obtain a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

  • A DSC is a digital method of verifying or attesting a document and is often issued with a one-year or two-year validity.
  • You can directly approach Government Certifying Agencies for an Aadhar e-KYC-based verification or through the help of supporting documents.

Step 2: Apply for Name Approval using SPICe+ Part A

Part A of the SPICe+ form provides for 'Name Reservation' with two proposed names and one resubmission (RSUB).

View SPICe+ Part A: Here

Step 3: Apply for Company Registration using SPICe+ Part B

Once the name is approved, you can file SPICe+ Part B to complete the incorporation process. This form also covers:

a. DIN ApplicationA Director Identification Number (DIN) for the proposed director is automatically allotted. There is no need to file DIR-3 separately.
b. Mandatory Nominee RequirementEvery OPC must appoint a nominee. The nominee must submit Form INC-3 along with PAN and Aadhaar.
c. Documents to Be UploadedDSC, SPICe-MoA/AoA, declarations (INC-9, DIR-2, INC-3), office proofs + NOC.
d. PAN/TAN Automatic GenerationOnce SPICe+ is approved, PAN and TAN are automatically generated by MCA.
View SPICe+ Part B: Here

Step 4: Issue of Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

After verification, the Registrar of Companies (ROC) issues the Certificate of Incorporation (COI) with the Company Identification Number (CIN), officially establishing your OPC.

Step 5: Open a Bank Account

You can apply for GSTIN / EPFO / ESIC / Profession Tax and bank account opening through the integrated AGILE-PRO-S (Form INC-35).

Step 6: File for the Commencement of a Business Certificate

You must file for the “Commencement of a Business Certificate” through Form INC-20A within 180 days of the incorporation of the Company.

Register your One Person Company

Secure your Certificate of Incorporation, DSC, and DIN hassle-free.

Starts at ₹1,999 + Govt Fee

OPC Registration Fees and Overall Cost

The cost to register a One Person Company (OPC) in India typically ranges from ₹5,000 to ₹25,000, depending on professional fees, the authorized capital, and government and miscellaneous expenses. Below is an approximate cost breakup for registering an OPC in India with an authorised share capital of ₹5,00,000:

Cost ComponentApproximate Amount (₹)Notes
Stamp duty on MoA, AoA, SPICe+1,000 – 2,000Varies by state and authorised share capital.
ROC filing fees (SPICe+, SPICe+ MOA/AOA)2,000 – 4,000Based on authorised capital slab (e.g., up to ₹10 lakh).
DIN and name reservation (RUN/SPICe+)1,000 – 1,500Director Identification and name approval.
DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)800 – 1,500Charged per director/nominee, typically valid for 2–3 years.
PAN/TAN issuance (via SPICe+)0 – 200Minimal, processed along with incorporation.
Professional fees (Founding Legals)Starts at ₹1,999Transparent professional fee
Misc. expenses (notary, printing, etc.)500 – 1,000Optional, depends on document handling.
Total Indicative Cost6,500 – 15,000+Actual cost varies by state, capital, and provider.

With Founding Legals, the Cost of registration of a One Person Company starts at ₹1,999 + Govt. Fee.

DSC for One Director and One nominee
DIN for One Director
Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles (MoA/AoA)
Company PAN & TAN
Did you know? For solo entrepreneurs, OPC is often cheaper and more credible than running as a pure proprietorship, because banks and investors are more comfortable dealing with a registered company.

Register your One Person Company

Secure your Certificate of Incorporation, DSC, and DIN hassle-free.

Starts at ₹1,999 + Govt Fee

OPC Registration Timeline

Registering a One Person Company (OPC) in India usually takes 7–10 working days, depending on document readiness and the speed of MCA approvals. The overall timeline includes:

  • Issuing the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  • Reserving the company name through SPICe+ Part A
  • Drafting the MoA and AoA
  • Filing SPICe+ Part B with nominee consent
  • MCA verification and incorporation approval

Things That Can Delay the Registration Process

  • Incomplete Documentation: Mismatched names/addresses on identity cards.
  • Name Approval Issues: Proposed names similar to existing companies or trademarks.
  • MCA Server Glitches: Server heavy load or scheduled downtime.
  • Response Time: Delays in sharing documents or signing forms.
  • Jurisdiction: Differing processing speeds across ROC offices.

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Compliance for One Person Company

An OPC is required to have at least one Director (shareholder) and can appoint a maximum of 15 Directors. If you wish to exceed this maximum limit, you must formally file a resolution. Even with multiple directors, there can only be one shareholder. During OPC Registration, it is mandatory to appoint a nominee.

Mandatory Compliances

  • Board Meetings: Minimum of two board meetings, with at least one in each half of the year and at least 90 days separating each session.
  • Filing of Annual Return: File Annual Returns through form MGT-7 at the end of the Financial year.
  • Filing of Financial Statements: File Financial Statements through form AOC-4 at the end of the Financial year.
  • Filing of ADT-1: File Form ADT-1 within 15 days of the subsequent auditor's appointment.
  • Auditor Appointment: Appoint the first auditor within 30 days of incorporation.
  • Filing of DIR-3 KYC: File Form DIR-3 KYC for the Director before 30th September of the immediate financial year.

Minimum Capital

No minimum paid-up capital requirement exists for registering an OPC. However, the minimum authorised capital required is ₹1,00,000. As it has one shareholder, the paid-up capital can start from ₹1.

Tax Rates

For OPCs with a turnover up to ₹400 Crores in the previous fiscal year: 25%. Exceeding that: 30%. Surcharge is 12%, and Health and Education cess of 4% is applied.

Did you know? Over 80,000–90,000 new companies are being incorporated in India each year, showing how quickly formalisation and limited liability structures are spreading.

7 Must-Do Compliance to Avoid Penalties During OPC Registration

1. Submit Accurate Partner & Director Documents

Ensure PAN, Aadhaar, address proofs, and photos match exactly with MCA records to prevent rejections.

2. Provide Correct Registered Office Proof with NOC

Electricity bills and Rent Agreements must be valid, recent, and accompanied by a property owner NOC.

3. File Nominee Consent (INC-3) Properly

Ensure nominee details match their submitted identity proofs exactly. Incorrect consent declarations stall filings.

4. Ensure Director Declaration (INC-9) is Error-Free

Must be filled correctly and align perfectly with MOA, AOA, and PAN records.

5. Draft MOA & AOA Carefully

The company objects, nominee information, and capital details must match the SPICe+ form data precisely.

6. Validate DSC and Director Details Before Filing

The Digital Signature Certificate of the director must be active and mapped correctly to their PAN.

7. Ensure Timely Submission of All Forms

Submit SPICe+, e-MOA, e-AOA, and AGILE-PRO-S forms promptly to avoid additional fees or warnings.

One Person Company (OPC) Registration Number

An OPC is issued a unique Corporate Identification Number (CIN) by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) upon successful incorporation. This 21-digit alphanumeric code indicates the listing status, industry classification, state code, year of incorporation, and ownership type of the OPC. It is printed directly on your Certificate of Incorporation (COI) and serves as the legal registration number of your company.

One Person Company (OPC) in India: Compliance Due Dates

Form MGT-7

Annual Return

Within 60 days from the date of the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Form AOC-4

Financial Statements

Within 180 days from the end of the financial year.

Form ITR-6

Income Tax Return

By 30th September of the assessment year.

Register your One Person Company

Secure your Certificate of Incorporation, DSC, and DIN hassle-free.

Starts at ₹1,999 + Govt Fee

Checklist for OPC Registration Online

  • Get a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for the Director.
  • Get consent from both the Director and the Nominee.
  • Draft the e-Memorandum & e-Articles of Association.
  • Reserve your Company Name.
  • Apply for registration through the SPICe+ form.
  • Get a Certificate of Incorporation from the RoC.
  • Acquire PAN & TAN of your Company.
  • Get a Current bank account for your Company.
  • Follow post-incorporation compliances.

Benefits of One Person Company (OPC)

Limited Liability

The OPC's separate legal entity ensures liability is limited to just shares, protecting personal assets.

Less Compliance

Fewer compliance requirements compared to a Private Limited Company or Public Company.

Smooth Management

Owned and managed by a single person, making decision-making extremely quick and effortless.

Perpetual Succession

Continuous succession. The nominee takes over automatically in the event of shareholder unavailability.

Availability of Funds

Secure funds and credit limits from banks and institutions through debt-based funding options.

Differences between OPC, Private Limited, and LLP

FeatureOPCPrivate LimitedLLP
OwnershipSingle shareholder + 1 nomineeMinimum 2 shareholders, max 200Minimum 2 partners, no upper limit
ManagementOne director (can be the shareholder)Minimum 2 directorsAt least 2 designated partners
Legal StatusSeparate legal entitySeparate legal entitySeparate legal entity
LiabilityLimited to shareholder's investmentLimited to the amount investedLimited to partner's contribution
ComplianceModerateHighLow to moderate
Audit RequirementMandatory only if thresholds are crossedMandatory every yearMandatory only above turnover/capital thresholds
ConversionMust convert to Pvt Ltd after threshold turnover/capitalVoluntary conversion possibleCan convert to Pvt Ltd if required
Best ForSolo entrepreneurs & consultantsStartups, funded companies, growing businessesProfessional firms, service providers, flexible partnerships

Register your One Person Company

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Starts at ₹1,999 + Govt Fee

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Register Your One Person Company (OPC) with Founding Legals

One Person Company Registration marks the beginning of your journey as a solo founder, and Founding Legals makes the entire incorporation process effortless. From preparing your documents, securing your DSC, and reserving your company name to drafting your MOA/AOA and filing all SPICe+ forms, we handle every step end-to-end. You don’t have to worry about nominee consent, compliance rules, or MCA resubmissions—everything is streamlined through a guided and error-free process.

REGISTRATION COST

Starts at ₹1,999 + Govt Fee

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