Prosjektkontor · Indiaoppsett

Vant en kontrakt i India?
Sett opp et prosjektkontor.

For å operere lovlig i India for ditt prosjekt — uten å måtte registrere et fullt selskap.

Vi håndterer RBI-godkjenning, ROC-registrering og all overholdelse fra dag én — slik at du kan fokusere på å levere prosjektet ditt, ikke på å navigere i indiske forskrifter.

RBI godkjent
FEMA-kompatibel
Ingen skjulte avgifter
4–6w
Gj.sn. oppsett
2000+
Bedrifter betjent
60+
Land som betjenes
1
Ekspert, fra start til slutt
Project Office India
Gj.snittlig oppsettstid
4–6uker
RBI til operativ
Bedrifter hjulpet
100+
På tvers av 60+ land
Å forstå strukturen

Den enkleste måten å Opererer i India

A Prosjektkontor (PO) er en midlertidig tilstedeværelse i India, godkjent av RBI i henhold til FEMA, for å gjennomføre ett spesifikt prosjekt. Ingen fullt selskap kreves. Den eksisterer kun så lenge prosjektet varer – og når prosjektet avsluttes, legges den ned.

Hva gjør den annerledes

I motsetning til et filialkontor eller et datterselskap, er et prosjektkontor knyttet til en enkelt kontrakt. Det er den raskeste og mest kostnadseffektive juridiske strukturen for utenlandske selskaper som tildeles EPC-, anleggs-, ingeniør-, IT- eller infrastrukturkontrakter av indiske enheter.

Du får en lovlig indisk tilstedeværelse — bankkonto, PAN, GST, lokale ansatte — uten kompleksiteten ved full innlemmelse.

Operativ i 4–6 uker · Ingen fast forpliktelse · Avsluttes når prosjektet er ferdig
Project Office India
Hva det kan gjøre
Utfør det godkjente prosjektet i India
Ansett lokalt indisk personell
Åpne en indisk rupi bankkonto
Motta prosjektmidler fra utlandet
Hva den ikke kan gjøre
Gjennomføre forretninger utenfor prosjektets rammer
Skape uavhengig inntekt
Opptre som en permanent kommersiell enhet
Drive handel i detaljhandelen
Varighet og fleksibilitet
Knyttet til prosjektets tidslinje
Flere innkjøpsordrer tillatt samtidig
Formelt avsluttet ved prosjektets ferdigstillelse
Kan konvertere til avdelingskontor om nødvendig
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Vi vil sammenligne det med filialkontor og datterselskap – gratis, på 15 minutter.

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RBI-vilkår

Gjør du Kvalifiserer?

Møt hvem som helst av disse fire RBI-vilkårene – vi avklarer hvilket som gjelder allerede ved din første henvendelse, helt gratis.

01 —
Finansiering gjennom innbetalinger
Prosjekt finansiert av pengeoverføringer fra hjemlandet ditt via vanlige bankkanaler.
02 —
Multilateral / Bilateral finansiering
Finansiert av Verdensbanken, ADB, IFC eller en lignende internasjonal utviklingsinstitusjon.
03 —
Langsiktig lån fra Indian Bank
Den indiske kunden har et tidsbegrenset lån fra en offentlig finansinstitusjon eller en indisk bank til dette prosjektet.
04 —
Godkjenning fra myndighetene / tilsynsmyndighetene
Prosjektet har alle nødvendige tillatelser fra det aktuelle indiske departementet eller den relevante tilsynsmyndigheten.
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Trinnvis prosess

Slik satte vi det opp For deg

⏱ Gjennomsnittlig 4–6 uker
01
Dag 1 · Gratis
Gratis vurdering av kvalifisering
Kontrakten er gjennomgått, finansieringskilden bekreftet, RBI-ruten fastlagt. Ingen overraskelser senere.
02
Dag 2–7
Dokumentforberedelse og apostille
Full sjekkliste forberedt. Dokumenter samlet inn, apostillert, bekreftet — ingenting ble avvist.
03
Uke 2–4
Send inn skjema FNC til AD Bank
Søknad innsendt til AD Kategori-I-bank. RBI-oppfølging og SWIFT-verifisering håndteres av oss.
04
Uke 4–5
ROC registrering — FC-1
Skjema FC-1 innlevert til Registrar of Companies innen 30 dager. Unikt identifikasjonsnummer innhentet.
05
Uke 5–6
Bankkonto + PAN + TAN + GST
Bankkonto i indiske rupier er åpnet. PAN-, TAN- og GST-registreringene er fullført. Fullt operativ.
06
Uke 6+ · Pågående
Overlevering og løpende etterlevelse
Vi følger prosjektet gjennom hele livssyklusen – innleveringer, revisjoner, TDS, GST og til slutt avslutning.
Klar til å begynne?

De fleste kunder er i full drift innen 4–6 uker etter sin første henvendelse.

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Next — what you need to provide
Documents Required

What You Need to Provide

We send you a personalised checklist after your first call. Here's what's typically required — we guide every step of the collection and legalisation process.

Certificate of Incorporation (apostilled)
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Board resolution authorising PO in India
Signed project contract with Indian client
Banker's report from home country bank
KYC of authorised representative
Proof of project funding source
Letter from Indian client confirming project
Audited financial statements (last 3 years)
Power of Attorney (if applicable)
We Handle This
Country-specific checklist sent after first call
We guide notarisation & apostille for every document
Indian Embassy attestation where required
Review before submission — nothing bounced back
Certified translation arranged for non-English docs
Note: Documents must be in English or with certified translation. Apostille required for Hague Convention countries.
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Ongoing Compliance

We Keep You Compliant Throughout

After setup, we manage all mandatory filings so your Project Office stays active and penalty-free for the full project lifecycle.

01
Annual Activity Certificate
Filed with AD Bank and tax authority within 6 months of financial year end — mandatory for all Project Offices.
02
Income Tax & TDS
Annual income tax returns and monthly TDS deductions filed correctly and on time — no missed deadlines.
03
GST Returns
Monthly or quarterly GST filings — GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and reconciliation handled end-to-end.
04
Statutory Audit
Annual audit of books under Indian accounting standards — mandatory for all POs. Conducted by our registered CA team.
05
Labour Compliance
PF and ESIC registration and monthly filings for all locally hired employees — fully managed from day one.
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Project Closure — We Handle the Wind-Down
Full closure management — liability settlement, tax clearances, RBI & ROC closure filings. Conversion to Branch Office or Subsidiary also possible.
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Already have a Project Office in India?

We take over your compliance from where you are — no disruption to operations.

WHAT SETS US APART

Why Choose Mercurius?

We've helped 100+ foreign entities set up in India set up Project Offices in India. Here's what makes us different from every other firm you'll speak to.

Professional Led From Day One
Every client is handled by a qualified professional — not a relationship manager or junior consultant. You speak to the person doing the work.
One Expert, Start to Finish
No handoffs. No confusion. One dedicated expert manages your entire setup — from eligibility to RBI approval to your first invoice in India.
100% Remote — No India Visit
Everything handled digitally. Clients from 60+ countries have set up their Project Office without stepping foot in India — not once.
Fixed, Transparent Pricing
No hourly billing. No surprise invoices. One fixed fee agreed upfront — covers everything from document collection to your Project Office going live.
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100+
Project Offices Set Up
0%
RBI Rejections
4–6w
Average Setup Time
24hr
Response Time
FAQ

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Everything you need to know about setting up a Project Office in India — answered by our CA team.

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What is a Project Office and how is it different from a Branch Office?+
A Project Office is set up specifically to execute one contract awarded by an Indian entity. It exists only for the duration of that project. A Branch Office, by contrast, can conduct ongoing commercial activities in India on behalf of the parent. The PO is simpler, faster, and closes when the project ends.
Do I need RBI approval for a Project Office?+
Yes. RBI approval via an Authorised Dealer Category-I Bank is mandatory before operating. The application is filed through Form FNC. We manage the entire process — preparation, submission, follow-up — until approval is received.
How long does it take to set up a Project Office?+
Typically 4–6 uker end to end — from document collection to your PO being fully operational. RBI processing (2–4 weeks) is the primary variable. ROC registration, PAN, bank account, and GST follow within 1–2 weeks after RBI approval.
Can I have multiple Project Offices in India simultaneously?+
Yes. Multiple Project Offices are permitted for different contracts. Each PO is separate, tied to its own contract and approval. We manage multiple POs for several clients — each with its own compliance track.
What happens when the project is complete?+
The Project Office must be formally closed — tax clearances obtained, final audit completed, liabilities settled, and closure applications filed with RBI and ROC. Alternatively, it can be converted into a Branch Office or Subsidiary if you wish to continue operating in India. We manage the full wind-down.
Can a Project Office hire local Indian staff?+
Yes. A Project Office can hire Indian employees directly. We set up PF and ESIC registrations, payroll, and ensure full labour law compliance from day one.
What are the annual compliance requirements?+
A Project Office must file an Annual Activity Certificate with the AD Bank, annual income tax return, statutory audit, monthly TDS, and GST returns. RBI approval is project-duration based but extensions require fresh applications. Mercurius manages all of this — no deadline is ever missed.
Compare Your Options

Not Sure Which Structure Fits You?

Every India entry structure serves a different purpose. Here's how a Project Office compares to the alternatives.

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Prosjektkontoret
Best for foreign companies awarded a specific contract in India. Temporary, lean, and closes when the project ends.
Oppsettstid4–6 uker
RBI ApprovalRequired
Earn IncomeProject only
DurationProject-tied
Best ForEPC, Construction, IT
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Filialkontor
For ongoing commercial operations in India under the parent company's name. More permanent than a PO.
Oppsettstid8–12 uker
RBI ApprovalRequired
Earn IncomeJa
DurationPågående
Best ForConsulting, IT export
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Subsidiary (Pvt Ltd)
A fully separate Indian company. Maximum flexibility, broader sector access, and ability to raise Indian capital.
Oppsettstid3–5 weeks
RBI ApprovalIkke nødvendig
Earn IncomeYes — all sectors
DurationPermanent
Best ForFull India operations
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