One Person Company(OPC) Registration in India
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- 1 DIN and DSC for 1 Director
- Company Incorporation Certificate
- Government Fee & Stamp Duty
- MOA & AOA
- Company PAN & TAN
One Person Company
Rs. 6,999.00/- All Inclusive
Features of One Person company ![]()
Private company
Single-member
Nominee
No perpetual succession
Minimum one director
Liability
Requirement ForOne Person Company Registration ![]()
- Minimum One person
An OPC company must have at least 1 Person, Minimum of one of the company’s directors must be a resident of India.
- No Minimum capital
There is no minimum capital amount for a OPC company. You can start private limited with minimum capital of 1 Re.
- Unique Name of company
The name of your OPC company must be unique. Name should not be similar to any existing companies or trademarks in India.
- Registered address of company
The Proposed OPC Company must have an address at any location within the State where you want to do private limited company registration.The registered office of OPC company does not have to be a commercial space
DocumentRequired ![]()
Director’s PAN
Self attested pan card front & back copy of all Partner’s to be appointed
Director’s Photograph
Passport size professional photograph of all Partner’s to be appointed
Identity Proof
Adhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License of the all Partner’s to be appointed
Director’s Address Proof
Additional Address proof with Present address( Mobile bill ,Telephone bill , Electricity bill , latest Bank Statement)
Company's Address
Either of the latest Utility Bill (Electricity, Telephone, Gas, Water) along with
NOC
Process To Follow For Registration
Registering your One Person company is simple and streamlined. Just follow these four easy steps to get started legally, build trust, and operate your business with a registered identity.
1. Start Application
Share basic info about your business.
2. Add Documents
Attach ID, address, and business proof.
3. Verify and Approve
We check everything before submission.
4. Launch with License
Get your certificate and start operations.
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Rs. 6,999/-
- DSC of 2 Directors(Class-3)
- DIN of 2 Directors
- MOA & AOA of company
- Incorporation Certificate
- All Government Fee & Stamp Duty
- Company PAN & TAN
- Dedicated Account Manager
- GST Registration
- 1 Year GST Returns
- MSME Registration
- Start-up India Registration
- Commencement of Business Certificate (INC 20A)
Rs. 13,999/-
- DSC of 2 Directors(Class-3)
- DIN of 2 Directors
- MOA & AOA of company
- Incorporation Certificate
- All Government Fee & Stamp Duty
- Company PAN & TAN
- Dedicated Account Manager
- GST Registration
- 1 Year GST Returns
- MSME Registration
- Start-up India Registration
- Commencement of Business Certificate (INC 20A)
Rs. 19,999/-
- DSC of 2 Directors(Class-3)
- DIN of 2 Directors
- MOA & AOA of company
- Incorporation Certificate
- All Government Fee & Stamp Duty
- Company PAN & TAN
- Dedicated Account Manager
- GST Registration
- 1 Year GST Returns
- MSME Registration
- Start-up India Registration
- Commencement of Business Certificate (INC 20A)
Difference Between OPC & Proprietorship ![]()
| Particulars | Sole Proprietorship | OPC |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | No compulsory registration | Should be registered under the Companies Act, 2013 on the MCA website |
| Legal status | Does not have a separate legal status | Has a separate legal status |
| Members liability | Sole proprietor has unlimited liability | Member has limited liability |
| Nominee | Does not require a nominee | Requires a minimum of one nominee to establish an OPC |
| Directors | No directors required | Minimum of one director is required |
| Foreign ownership | Not allowed | Allowed when one is the director and the other is the nominee but both cannot be foreign citizens |
| Transferability | Cannot be transferred | Can be transferred to the nominee |
| Survival | Comes to end upon the death or retirement of the sole proprietor | Existence is independent of member since the nominee or director will continue OPC upon the member’s death |
| Taxation | Taxed in the individual slab rate | Tax rate is 30% on profits plus cess and surcharge |
| Annual filings | Filing of only income tax returns | Filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) as per the Companies Act, 2013 and Income Tax Act |
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| Basis of Comparison | Company | LLP | Partnership | Proprietorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | Private Limited Company is the preferred choice of business for startups or if you plan to raise funding | Limited Liability Partnership is the preferred choice for businesses who want limited liability and a separate legal entity | With the introduction of LLP in India, partnership firms are losing their preference due to the added advantages offered by an LLP | Since sole proprietorship is a person doing business on their own, setup is simple and cost is less but is not a legal entity |
| Minimum Number of Persons Required | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Minimum Capital | Almost Nil | Almost Nil | Almost Nil | NIL |
| Promoter Liability | Limited Liability | Limited Liability | Unlimited Liability | Unlimited Liability |
| Applicable Law | Companies Act 2013 | LLP Act 2008 | Partnership Act | Not Applicable |
| Transferability | Freely Transferable | Limited Transferability | NON Transferable | NON Transferable |
| Registration Time | 3–7 Days | 3–7 Days | 3–7 Days | 3–7 Days |
| Audit Requirements | Mandatory | Required if turnover more than 40 Lacs | Required if turnover more than 1 Crore | Required if turnover more than 1 Crore |
| Tax Rate | Companies are taxed at 22% | LLP are Taxed at 30% | Same as LLP | Proprietorship is taxed at slab rates of individual |
| Investor Flexibility | Can Add Investors Freely | Can Add Investors as Partners | Investors do not invest in Partnership firms | Cannot Add Investors |
| Startup India Benefits | Eligible for Startup India Benefits | Eligible for Startup India Benefits | Very Few Benefits | Not Eligible |
Frequently asked Questions
Who is eligible to incorporate OPC?
A natural person who is an Indian citizen and resident in India: – (a) Shall be eligible to incorporate a One Person Company; (b) Shall be a nominee for the sole member of a One Person Company.
What is the Capital Required to Start an OPC?
One Person Company can be started with any amount of capital. However, fee must be paid to the Government for issuing a minimum of shares worth Rs.1 lakh [Authorized Capital Fee] during the incorporation of the OPC. There is no requirement to show proof of capital invested during the incorporation process.
How long does it take to register a One Person company?
With old route it takes around 12 to 16 days but With New form INC 29 the total time to register a One Person Companyis 8-10 working days.
Can an NRI / Foreign National be a director in a One Person Company?
No, an NRI or Foreign National cannot be a Shareholder in a One Person Company.
Can an NRI / Foreign National be a director in a One Person Company?
No, an NRI or Foreign National cannot be a Shareholder in a One Person Company.
How many Directors can we have in One Person Company?
A minimum of one is required while starting a One Person Company, but you can have up to 15 Directors for your OPC
A person can be a member in how many OPCs?
A person can be member in only one OPC
Is there Need for a Nominee?
A nominee is a next of kin for an OPC. A nominee becomes the shareholder in case of death / incapacity for the original shareholder. A nominee has to be a resident Indian citizen.
What is a difference between One Person Company and a Proprietorship concern?
a) Proprietorship firm is single person firm, where the liability is not defined, it is unlimited and in case of OPC liability of member is limited. b) Firm is not separate legal entity. OPC is legal entity and has perpetual succession.
Can an OPC converted into Private Limited Company?
Yes, One Person Company converts itself into a Private Limited Company as following Voluntary conversion When a One Person Company gets incorporated, it cannot convert itself to Private or Public company for a period of not less than two years from the date of incorporation. Means if you want to get converted voluntarily you have to wait for two years to over Compulsory Conversion When a One Person Company has a paid-up capital more or equal to Rs. 50 lakhs or, the Annual turnover for the relevant financial year exceeds Rs. 2 Crore, then in such conditions, the company has to compulsorily convert itself into Private Limited Company or Public Limited Company.
How long is the incorporation of the Company valid for?
Once a Company is incorporated, it will be active and in-existence as long as the annual compliances are met with regularly. In case, annual compliances are not complied with, the Company will become a Dormant Company and maybe struck off from the register after a period of time. A struck-off Company can be revived for a period of upto 20 years
What if a member of an OPC becomes a member in another OPC by virtue of being a nominee in that other OPC?
Where a natural person, being member in One Person Company becomes a member in another OPC by virtue of his being a nominee in that OPC, then such person shall meet the eligibility criteria of being a member in only one OPC within a period of one hundred and eighty days, i.e., he shall withdraw his membership from either of the OPCs within one hundred and eighty days.
What if a member of an OPC becomes a member in another OPC by virtue of being a nominee in that other OPC?
Where a natural person, being member in One Person Company becomes a member in another OPC by virtue of his being a nominee in that OPC, then such person shall meet the eligibility criteria of being a member in only one OPC within a period of one hundred and eighty days, i.e., he shall withdraw his membership from either of the OPCs within one hundred and eighty days.
Can I convert my Proprietorship business to OPC since I have already established brand name can I retain the same name while registering for OPC?
Yes, surely you can convert proprietorship firm to OPC and can retain the same name while registering for OPC.