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One Person Company registration for solo founders — limited liability with one member, nominee consent, SPICe+ filing and post-incorporation setup.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 Concessional Price
- Typical duration
- 15 days
Service overview
- A One Person Company (OPC) registered under the Companies Act, 2013 allows a single founder to establish a corporate legal entity with limited liability protection
- Combating the liability risks of a sole proprietorship, an OPC provides corporate structure, separate legal identity, and credit access while requiring only one shareholder and mandatory nominee appointment
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Solo entrepreneurs and consultants wanting full equity control alongside corporate limited liability
- Individual founders whose clients or enterprise vendors require a registered corporate structure
- Proprietors seeking an upgraded entity that shields personal assets from business liabilities
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Solo Entity Structuring: WCP professionals advise solo founders on the operational and limited liability advantages of an OPC over a sole proprietorship, ensuring full compliance with Companies Act provisions.
- Audit Nominee Qualifications: WCP professionals verify that your proposed Nominee meets Indian residency and eligibility criteria and obtain formal consent via Form INC-3 to ensure operational continuity.
- Run Name Availability & Object Check: WCP professionals search the MCA database and Trademark registry to reserve a distinctive corporate name via SPICe+ Part A.
- Custom-Draft Charter Documents: WCP professionals draft customized e-MOA and e-AOA object clauses specifically written for your actual business activities rather than using generic templates.
- File Integrated Incorporation: WCP professionals manage the complete SPICe+ Part B workflow—securing your Certificate of Incorporation, DIN, PAN, TAN, and bank account setup in one process.
- Post-Incorporation Onboarding: WCP professionals guide you through depositing subscription capital, executing first board resolutions, and filing Form INC-20A for Commencement of Business.
Key deliverables
- Certificate of Incorporation issued by Registrar of Companies (ROC)
- Allotted Corporate Identification Number (CIN), Company PAN, and TAN
- Registered Nominee Declaration & Appointment Records (Form INC-3)
- Customized e-MOA & e-AOA tailored to business scope
- Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and DIN for Director
Standard turnaround time
- Name Reservation (SPICe+ Part A): 2 to 5 business days.
- Final Incorporation (SPICe+ Part B): 7 to 10 business days.
- Post-Incorporation INC-20A Filing: Within 180 days of setup
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- Government Fees: Zero MCA incorporation fee for authorized capital up to ₹15 Lakhs; state stamp duty and DSC charges apply.
- Timelines: Annual filing (AOC-4 & MGT-7A) due within 180 days of financial year end.
- Key Outcome: Official OPC legal status granting full limited liability protection to the solo owner.
Forms & filings involved
- SPICe+ Part A & B: Name reservation and integrated incorporation.
- Form INC-3: Mandatory Nominee Consent Declaration.
- Form INC-20A: Statutory Declaration for Commencement of Business.
Documents required
- PAN and Aadhaar of Founder and Nominee
- Identity proof (Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License)
- Address proof (Bank Statement or Utility Bill under 2 months old)
- Registered Office proof with Utility Bill, Rent Agreement, and Owner NOC
What we need from you
- Prompt completion of Director and Nominee Video KYC
- Selection of a valid Nominee who is a resident Indian citizen
- Capital deposit into bank account post-incorporation to file Form INC-20A
Important conditions
- An individual can incorporate only one OPC as a sole member at any given time.
- Mandatory annual ROC filings and tax returns apply even with zero turnover
Additional information
If your OPC later raises institutional equity, it can be seamlessly converted into a standard Private Limited Company
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Who can form a One Person Company?
An individual who is a natural person and an Indian citizen; residents and non-resident Indians can both form an OPC.
Does an OPC need a nominee?
Yes. A nominee who will take over if the member dies or becomes incapable must consent in Form INC-3.
Can an OPC be converted into a private limited company?
Yes, voluntarily at any time, by increasing its members and directors and filing the prescribed forms.
Does an OPC need to hold an AGM?
No. An OPC is exempt from holding an annual general meeting, though it files annual returns and financial statements.