Company & LLP Incorporation
Start your business with the appropriate legal structure. ACS provides professional assistance for company incorporation and LLP registration, including name planning, documentation and MCA filing support.
Company or LLP?
Company or LLP?
The appropriate structure depends on ownership, management, investment plans, compliance requirements and the nature of the proposed business.
Company
A company is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. Common structures include Private Limited Company, One Person Company, Public Company and Section 8 Company, subject to applicable requirements.
Companies generally operate through directors and shareholders and are subject to statutory corporate compliance requirements.
Limited Liability Partnership
An LLP combines limited liability with a partnership-style management structure and is governed primarily by the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.
LLPs operate through partners and designated partners and have their own statutory filing requirements.
Types of Companies
Different company structures serve different business and ownership requirements.
Private Limited Company
Common corporate structure for businesses seeking a company framework with shareholders and directors.
One Person Company
Corporate structure designed for an eligible single member, subject to the Companies Act requirements.
Section 8 Company
Company structure for eligible charitable or non-profit objectives under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Public Company
A company structure subject to the requirements applicable to public companies.
Limited Liability Partnership
LLP incorporation is handled through the MCA's prescribed LLP incorporation process, including Form FiLLiP.
Partners
An LLP requires the prescribed minimum number of designated partners, including the applicable resident-in-India requirement.
Designated Partners
Designated partners carry statutory responsibilities under the LLP framework.
LLP Agreement
The LLP agreement governs the relationship between partners and the LLP.
LLPIN
Upon successful incorporation, an LLP identification number is allocated.
PAN / TAN
PAN and TAN allocation can be integrated into the incorporation process where applicable.
Statutory Filings
An incorporated LLP must comply with applicable annual and event-based filing requirements.
SPICe+ Company Incorporation
SPICe+ is the MCA's integrated incorporation framework for company registration and linked incorporation services.
SPICe+ Part A
Used for name reservation and collection of key proposed company particulars.
SPICe+ Part B
Contains incorporation information and other required company details.
e-MOA
Electronic Memorandum of Association is linked where applicable.
e-AOA
Electronic Articles of Association is linked where applicable.
INC-9
Declaration-related incorporation documentation where applicable.
AGILE-PRO-S
Linked incorporation form handling specified registrations and related services.
Documents Generally Required
The exact documents depend on the applicant, directors/partners, registered office and proposed entity. The MCA form instructions should always be checked before filing.
Step-by-Step Company Incorporation
A practical overview of the MCA incorporation workflow.
Decide Company Structure
Determine whether Private Limited, OPC, Section 8, Public or another permitted company structure fits the proposed business.
Choose Proposed Name
Select a suitable name and check availability, naming rules and potential conflicts.
Prepare DSC / DIN Details
Arrange the applicable digital signatures and identification information.
File SPICe+ Part A
Enter the proposed name and relevant incorporation particulars through the MCA system.
File SPICe+ Part B
Complete the incorporation information and attach required supporting documentation.
File Linked Forms
File applicable linked forms such as e-MOA, e-AOA, AGILE-PRO-S and INC-9.
DSC & Submission
Complete digital signing and upload/submission according to MCA requirements.
MCA Processing
MCA examines the application. Resubmission or clarification may be required if deficiencies arise.
Certificate of Incorporation
Upon successful approval, the company is incorporated and the applicable identification numbers are issued.
Post-Incorporation Setup
Complete applicable bank, accounting, tax, statutory registers and other post-incorporation requirements.
Step-by-Step LLP Incorporation
Form FiLLiP is the MCA webform used for LLP incorporation and related services.
Decide LLP Structure
Identify partners and designated partners and determine the proposed business activity.
Choose LLP Name
Select a name that meets the applicable naming requirements.
Prepare Partner Details
Arrange identity, address, DSC and identification information for the relevant partners.
File FiLLiP
Submit the LLP incorporation application through the prescribed MCA webform.
Submit Attachments
Attach the prescribed documents and declarations in the required format.
MCA Processing
MCA processes the application and may request resubmission or clarification.
LLP Incorporation
After successful processing, LLP registration and LLPIN are issued.
LLP Agreement
Execute and file the LLP agreement within the applicable statutory framework and timeline.
DIN, DPIN & DSC
Identification and electronic-signing requirements form an important part of MCA incorporation filings.
Director Identification Number
DIN identifies directors in the MCA system. Applicable DIN allotment can be handled through the prescribed incorporation process.
DPIN
Designated Partner Identification Number is relevant to designated partners of LLPs.
Digital Signature Certificate
Applicable signatories use digital signatures for electronic MCA filing and authentication.
PAN & TAN Allocation
PAN and TAN allocation can be integrated with the incorporation process through the prescribed MCA linked forms and services.
Permanent Account Number
PAN is used for the entity's income-tax identification and related financial compliance.
Tax Deduction Account Number
TAN is relevant where the entity is required to deduct or collect tax under applicable provisions.
Post-Incorporation Compliance
Incorporation is the beginning of the company's or LLP's compliance journey, not the end.
Bank Account
Open the entity's bank account and complete applicable banking formalities.
Accounting Records
Establish proper books of account and financial record-keeping systems.
GST
Assess GST registration based on the nature of business and applicable provisions.
TDS
Evaluate TDS registration and filing requirements where applicable.
EPFO / ESIC
Assess employee-related registrations based on workforce and statutory applicability.
Annual MCA Compliance
Complete applicable annual returns, financial statements and other statutory filings.
How Aira Consultancy Services Can Help
ACS provides incorporation documentation and compliance assistance for eligible businesses.
Business Structure Guidance
Assistance in understanding Company and LLP structures and their basic compliance implications.
Name Planning
Assistance in preparing proposed names and checking relevant MCA naming requirements.
Documentation
Assistance with incorporation documentation, declarations and supporting records.
MCA Filing Assistance
Support with SPICe+ or FiLLiP filing procedures through the MCA system.
PAN / TAN / GST Support
Assistance with related registrations and post-incorporation tax compliance.
ROC Compliance
Continuing assistance with applicable company and LLP statutory compliance.
MCA Official Links
Use the official Ministry of Corporate Affairs website for current incorporation forms, filing, notifications and company/LLP information.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Official MCA website for company and LLP corporate services.
Open MCA ↗FiLLiP Instructions
Official MCA instruction kit for LLP name reservation and incorporation.
View FiLLiP ↗SPICe+ Information
MCA's official information and FAQs concerning SPICe+ and linked incorporation forms.
View Official Guide ↗MCA Notifications
Check current MCA updates, notices, circulars and incorporation-related announcements.
Check MCA Updates ↗Ready to Start Your Company or LLP?
Get professional assistance with structure selection, documentation, MCA incorporation filing and post-incorporation compliance.
Disclaimer: Aira Consultancy Services is an independent consultancy and is not the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Incorporation is subject to the Companies Act, 2013, Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008, applicable Rules, MCA procedures and approval by the competent authority. Government fees, forms and procedures may change. Always verify current requirements on the official MCA website before filing.