Private Limited Company · India Registration

Set up a Private Limited Company in India

100% foreign ownership · Zero India visits · Full operational freedom from day one.

From FDI structuring to Certificate of Incorporation, RBI filings, bank account, and ongoing compliance — we handle the entire India setup so you can focus on building your business.

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Private Limited Company Registration in India
The Right Structure

Why a Private Limited Company Is Right for Your India Entry

For 9 out of 10 foreign businesses entering India, a Private Limited Company is the correct structure. It’s the only entity that gives you full operational freedom, investor-readiness, and access to the lower domestic tax rate — without the restrictions of a branch or liaison office.

What You Get
✓
100% foreign ownership under the automatic FDI route in most sectors — no government approval needed
✓
Separate legal entity that ringfences your Indian operations from the parent company’s liabilities
✓
Full profit repatriation to the parent company through FEMA-compliant channels
✓
Investor-ready cap table — the structure VCs, PE firms, and strategic acquirers expect
✓
Freedom to hire, contract, own IP, and earn revenue in India without activity restrictions
✓
DTAA benefits between India and your home country to reduce double taxation
Feature
Pvt Ltd ✦
Branch Office
Liaison Office
Earn Revenue
✓ Yes
✓ Limited
✕ No
100% Foreign Ownership
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Tax Rate
22%
40%
N/A
Raise Investment
✓ Yes
✕ No
✕ No
Own IP in India
✓ Yes
Limited
✕ No
Setup Time
10–15 days
8–12 weeks
6–8 weeks
RBI Prior Approval
✕ Not needed
✓ Required
✓ Required
22%
Corporate Tax Rate for Pvt Ltd
vs 40% for a Branch Office. New manufacturing companies qualify for just 15%. DTAA treaties further reduce withholding tax on dividends, royalties, and interest.
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Who We Work With

Built for Global Businesses.

We support global businesses across sectors with India entry, entity setup, compliance, tax, accounting, and ongoing operational support.

01
SaaS & Tech Companies
Opening engineering and operations centers in India. Leveraging talent, lower costs, and India’s developer ecosystem.
02
Manufacturing Businesses
Setting up under Make in India and PLI schemes. FDI structuring, sector compliance, and government approvals.
03
E-Commerce & D2C Brands
Launching India operations. GST, marketplace compliance, import/export structuring — all handled from day one.
04
Consulting & Professional Services
Establishing local delivery capability, IP ownership, and Indian client contracts under a fully compliant entity.
05
NRIs & OCIs
Building businesses back home in India. We navigate the unique compliance considerations for non-resident founders.
06
Family Offices & HNIs
Investing into Indian ventures through the correct structure. Transfer pricing, holding company design, and FEMA compliance.
07
Joint Ventures/ Partnerships
Consolidating global structure with an Indian subsidiary. WOS vs JV analysis, PE risk assessment, and ongoing compliance.
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Complete Service Package

Everything Included — Nothing Left to Figure Out

This isn’t a forms-filing service. It’s a complete India entry package delivered by qualified professionals, Company Secretaries, and FEMA experts — from pre-incorporation structuring to your first year of compliance.

Phase 01
Pre-Incorporation
✓FDI route confirmation & sector cap analysis
✓Entity structure recommendation (WOS vs JV vs LLP)
✓Permanent Establishment risk review
✓Apostille & embassy attestation guidance
✓Document checklist specific to your country
Phase 02
Incorporation
✓Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for all directors
✓Director Identification Numbers (DIN)
✓Name reservation with MCA
✓Drafting of MOA and AOA
✓Filing of SPICe+ (Parts A and B)
✓Certificate of Incorporation, PAN & TAN
Phase 03
Post-Incorporation
✓Indian bank account opening (remote)
✓FC-GPR filing with RBI within 30 days
✓GST, PT, EPFO, ESIC registration
✓Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7)
✓Statutory audit & income tax filing
✓FLA return & transfer pricing documentation
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Optional Add-Ons — available as standalone or bundled
Resident Director Services
Virtual Registered Office
Payroll & HR Compliance
Monthly Bookkeeping
Virtual CFO Support
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How It Works

From Discovery Call to Certificate of Incorporation

⏱ 10–15 Working Days
01
Day 1 · 30–45 mins
Free Discovery Call
We map your global structure, India hiring plan, revenue model, and exit goals. You walk away knowing exactly what your India setup should look like — and what it costs.
02
Day 2–3
Structure & Document Plan
FDI route confirmed · Document checklist drafted · Apostille requirements briefed specific to your country · Hague vs non-Hague guidance provided.
03
Day 3–12
Incorporation Filing
DSCs obtained · SPICe+ filed · MOA & AOA drafted · Certificate of Incorporation issued along with PAN and TAN. No India travel required.
04
Day 12–15
Bank Account & Capital Inward
Remote bank account coordinated with HDFC, ICICI, Axis, or Kotak. Foreign capital wired in under FEMA once account is active.
05
Within 30 days
RBI Reporting — FC-GPR
FC-GPR filed with RBI within 30 days of share allotment. Most providers skip this step — we never do. This protects you during future funding rounds.
06
Ongoing
Managed Compliance
Monthly, quarterly, and annual obligations fully managed. One professional, one point of contact — for as long as your Indian entity operates.
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Next — what you need to provide
Documents Required

What You Need to Provide

We do the heavy lifting. You provide the documents — we handle notarisation, apostille, and submission.

Foreign Individual
Foreign Company
Registered Office
For each foreign individual director or shareholder
Passport copy
Apostilled or attested
Address proof
Utility bill, bank statement, or driving licence — not older than 2 months
Passport-size photograph
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
We assist with obtaining
Director Identification Number (DIN)
We file on your behalf
If the parent company is the investing entity
Certificate of Incorporation
Apostilled or attested
Board resolution authorising Indian investment
Naming the authorised signatory
Charter documents
MOA, AOA, or equivalent
Address proof of the company
Latest utility bill or bank statement
Required for the Indian registered office address
Latest utility bill
Electricity, water, or gas bill — not older than 2 months
Rent agreement (if rented)
Between the company and the property owner
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
From the property owner
Don’t have an Indian office?
We provide a virtual registered office address — included as an add-on
We Handle This
Country-specific checklist after first call
Apostille guidance for Hague Convention countries
Consular attestation for UAE, Saudi, China
Certified translation arranged if needed
Virtual office address if you need one
Note: Non-English documents need certified translation. Virtual office available if no Indian address.
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Legal Requirements

Statutory Requirements You Should Know

Before you incorporate, here are the non-negotiable rules under the Companies Act 2013 and FEMA. We brief every client on these before filing begins.

Directors
Min 2 / Max 15
At least 2 directors required. At least 1 must be a resident Indian (182-day rule).
Shareholders
Min 2 / Max 200
Minimum 2 shareholders required at incorporation. Can be same persons as directors.
Foreign Ownership
Up to 100%
Automatic FDI route in most sectors. Some sectors need government approval.
Paid-up Capital
No Minimum
Start with as little as ₹1. No minimum capital requirement under the Companies Act.
Registered Office
Required
A valid Indian address — residential, commercial, or virtual. We provide virtual office if needed.
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Automatic vs Government FDI Route
Most sectors allow 100% FDI under the automatic route — no RBI or government approval needed. Restricted sectors (defence, media, insurance) have caps or require government approval. We confirm your route on the first call.
FC-GPR Filing Obligation
Every inward remittance from a foreign shareholder must be reported to RBI within 30 days of share allotment via FC-GPR. Most providers skip this — it creates serious problems during future funding rounds. We never miss it.
Get This Right
The Resident Director Rule — 182 Days, Not 120
At least one director must have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the preceding financial year — Section 149(3), Companies Act 2013. The 120-day rule some websites quote applies only to LLPs. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
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Why Mercurius

Not a Filing Factory. A Real Professional Partner.

Most Indian incorporation websites process the SPICe+ form, hand you a certificate, and disappear — leaving you to figure out FC-GPR, FLA, transfer pricing, and PE exposure on your own. That’s not us.

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Professional-Led, Not Bot-Led
Every engagement is owned by a qualified Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary — not a customer-service rep working from a script. We understand the business behind the numbers, the jurisdiction behind the compliance, and the person behind the enquiry.
Single Point of Contact
You get one expert who knows your business — not a different person every time you email. From FDI structuring on day one to monthly compliance in year three.
Built for Global Founders
We work in your time zone, communicate in clear English, and explain Indian regulation the way a foreign CFO actually needs to hear it.
Compliance-First
We catch what others miss: FC-GPR deadlines, FLA returns, transfer pricing thresholds, PE risk, sector caps. The penalties for getting these wrong far exceed our fee.
Transparent Pricing
Flat fee, written quote, no hourly billing, no scope creep. You know the full cost before we begin — and it never changes without your approval.
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FAQ

Got Questions?

Everything foreign founders and CFOs ask about setting up a Private Limited Company in India — answered by our professional team.

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✦ FC-GPR Deadline
Most providers miss this — RBI reporting within 30 days of share allotment is mandatory. We never miss it.
Can a foreign company own 100% of an Indian Private Limited Company?+
Yes. 100% foreign ownership is permitted under the automatic FDI route in most sectors — no RBI or government approval required. Certain sectors (defence, media, insurance, pharma) have caps or require government approval. We confirm your sector’s FDI route on the first call.
How long does incorporation actually take?+
10–15 working days from document submission to Certificate of Incorporation. The primary variable is document readiness. We brief you on exactly what’s needed — complete submissions mean no delays. SPICe+ filing typically receives approval in 5–7 business days once submitted.
Do I need to visit India to incorporate?+
No. The entire process is 100% remote. DSCs are obtained digitally, all filings are electronic, and bank account opening is coordinated remotely. We’ve incorporated companies for clients across 60+ countries — none visited India.
Want to know the exact timeline for your country? We give you a specific estimate on the first call.
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What is FC-GPR and why does it matter?+
FC-GPR is the RBI reporting requirement that must be filed within 30 days of share allotment to a foreign shareholder. It documents the inward remittance and share issuance. Missing this deadline creates compliance issues during funding rounds, exits, and audits. Most filing portals skip this step — we never do.
Do I need an Indian director? Where do I find one?+
Yes. At least one director must have resided in India for 182 days or more in the preceding financial year (Section 149(3), Companies Act 2013). If you don’t have a trusted person in India, we provide a Resident Director service — a qualified professional who acts as your Indian director while you establish operations.
What is the minimum capital required?+
There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement for a Private Limited Company in India. You can start with as little as ₹1. That said, we recommend an initial capital injection that reflects your India business plan — this affects PE risk assessment and banking relationships.
What ongoing compliance does a Private Limited Company need?+
Annual compliance includes: statutory audit, income tax return, ROC filings (AOC-4 and MGT-7), DIR-3 KYC, FLA return, transfer pricing documentation (if transactions with parent company), GST returns, TDS, and professional tax. We manage all of this under a single annual compliance plan.
Can profits be sent back to the parent company abroad?+
Yes. Full repatriation of profits is permitted through FEMA-compliant channels — after payment of applicable dividend distribution tax and withholding tax. DTAA treaties between India and your home country may reduce the withholding tax rate significantly. We structure repatriation to minimise tax leakage.
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