Registration is filed online with the MCA. With ready documents and an approved name, incorporation commonly takes one to two weeks. Name objections and document corrections add time.

A full-time Company Secretary is mandatory only for certain classes, such as listed companies and those above prescribed paid-up capital limits. Every company still has annual filings and meeting records, commonly handled by a Practising Company Secretary.

Yes. Incorporation and annual filings are online, and documents move by email or WhatsApp.

The Companies Act does not prescribe a minimum paid-up capital for a private company. You choose a capital that suits the business, though banks, tenders and licences may expect a certain level.

Yes, subject to the Companies Act and FEMA rules. At least one director must be resident in India, meaning present for 182 days or more in the year. Foreign shareholding triggers filings with the RBI.

You need a registered office address in India with proof, such as a recent utility bill and, if rented, a rent agreement and the owner's NOC. A residential address can be used if the owner permits.

The company opens a bank account, holds its first board meeting, appoints the first auditor, issues share certificates and files Form INC-20A within 180 days. We handle these steps and set up your compliance calendar.

Yes. A partnership firm can be converted into a company. We advise on the route and the filings involved.

It depends on the plan. An LLP has lighter compliance and flexible terms, which suits professional and small service businesses. A Private Limited Company is better if you expect to raise equity or issue ESOPs.

No. Audit is required only above ₹40 lakh turnover or ₹25 lakh contribution. Form 8 must be filed every year regardless.

The LLP Act provides for conversion of a partnership firm or private company into an LLP. Moving from an LLP to a company needs a fresh analysis of the route. Speak to us before deciding.

Pending returns can still be filed with the additional fee. Clear them before any change in partners or before closing the LLP.

Yes. A company must hold its AGM and file financial statements and the annual return even with nil turnover. A dormant company can apply for dormant status under Section 455 if it meets the conditions.

Yes. Every company must appoint a statutory auditor and have its accounts audited, irrespective of turnover. The audit is done by a chartered accountant.

MGT-7A is the shorter annual return for One Person Companies and small companies. Others file MGT-7.

The AGM must be held within six months of the year end. Delay can attract penalty, and an extension can be sought from the Registrar only in specific cases. Speak to us early so the dates can be reset correctly.

Yes. ROC filings are online with the Registrar who has jurisdiction, so the office location does not limit us.

Listed companies, public companies above prescribed paid-up capital or turnover limits, and companies with large borrowings. We can confirm whether your company falls within the limits.

Compliance with the Companies Act, securities laws, FEMA and the sector laws specified for the company, along with Secretarial Standards and board processes.

Yes. We can maintain them periodically so they are current when an auditor, bank or investor asks.

Yes. We run a compliance health check, close pending filings, and prepare the resolutions and filings for the share issue so diligence does not find avoidable gaps.

A Company Secretary is a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. A Practising Company Secretary holds a Certificate of Practice and offers professional services to clients, such as secretarial audit, certification and compliance work.

A DIN is the Director Identification Number allotted by the MCA. A DSC is the Digital Signature Certificate used to sign forms filed online.

The DIN is deactivated and a fee is payable to reactivate it. The director cannot be appointed or sign forms until then.

A company must have a registered office in India that can receive official communication. Many small companies use a director's residence with the owner's permission.

Classification depends on paid-up capital and turnover limits in the Companies Act and rules, and it affects some filing relaxations. We check your figures against the current limits.

Yes. Many clients prefer an annual arrangement covering routine filings and meeting records at a fixed fee. Contact us to discuss one.