RSR LEGALS - COMPANY REGISTRATION FEES IN NOIDA

Meaning of Company Registration

Company registration is the legal process of incorporating a business entity under the Companies Act, 2013, administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Once registered, a company becomes a separate legal entity distinct from its owners, with perpetual succession, limited liability, and the ability to own property, sue, and be sued in its own name.

Types of companies that can be registered in India include:

• Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) – most common for startups and SMEs.
• Public Limited Company (Ltd) – suitable for larger businesses seeking public investment.
• One Person Company (OPC) – for solo entrepreneurs.
• Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) – hybrid of partnership and company.
• Section 8 Company – for non‑profits and charitable organizations.

Company Registration Procedure in India

The process of registering a company in India involves several structured steps:

Step 1: Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

• All proposed directors must obtain a DSC issued by government‑approved certifying authorities.
• Required for signing electronic documents on the MCA portal.

Step 2: Director Identification Number (DIN)

• Each director must have a DIN, a unique identification number issued by MCA.
• DIN can be applied through SPICe+ form during incorporation.

Step 3: Name Reservation

• Apply for company name approval via Part A of SPICe+ form.
• Names must comply with MCA guidelines and not resemble existing trademarks or company names.
• Up to two names can be proposed.

Step 4: Drafting of Documents

• Prepare Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA).
• MoA defines the company’s objectives; AoA governs internal rules and management.

Step 5: Filing SPICe+ Form

• The SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) form integrates multiple services:
  • Incorporation application.
  • DIN allotment.
  • PAN and TAN issuance.
  • GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC registration (optional).
• Upload MoA, AoA, and supporting documents.

Step 6: Payment of Fees

• Pay prescribed government fees and stamp duty online.
• Fees depend on authorized capital and state of incorporation.

Step 7: Certificate of Incorporation

• Once approved, MCA issues a Certificate of Incorporation (CoI) with a unique Corporate Identification Number (CIN).
• The company is now legally recognized.

Step 8: Post‑Incorporation Compliance

• Apply for PAN and TAN (usually issued along with incorporation).
• Open a bank account in the company’s name.
• Maintain statutory registers and file annual returns.

Documents Required

The following documents are essential for company registration:

1. Identity Proof of Directors/Shareholders – PAN card (mandatory for Indian nationals).
2. Address Proof of Directors/Shareholders – Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License.
3. Proof of Registered Office Address – utility bill (electricity, water, gas) not older than 2 months.
4. No Objection Certificate (NOC) – from property owner if office is rented.
5. Photographs of Directors/Shareholders