One Person Company Registration

An OPC (One Person Company) can be formed only by a natural person who is an Indian citizen (resident or non-resident), aged 18 or above, and who has stayed in India for at least 120 to 182 days in the preceding financial year. The person must not be a member or nominee in more than one OPC and should not be disqualified under the Companies Act, 2013.

The OPC registration process in India involves the following steps:

• Obtain a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for the proposed director.
• Obtain a Director Identification Number (DIN).
• Apply for name approval through the SPICe+ (Part A) form on the MCA portal.
• Prepare and collect all required documents.
• File incorporation forms (SPICe+ Part B, SPICe-MOA, SPICe-AOA) with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), attaching all documents and using the DSC.
• Receive the Certificate of Incorporation from the ROC, after which you can commence business.

Typically, OPC (One Person Company) registration takes approximately 7-10 days, depending on the departmental approvals and the accuracy of the documents.

With our experts at DigiLawyer handling the process, you get end-to-end support, from document preparation to follow-ups, ensuring a smooth and timely registration without unnecessary stress.

There is no mandatory minimum paid-up capital, but a minimum authorized capital of ₹1 lakh is generally maintained.

If you're a solo entrepreneur looking to start your business, you can register a One Person Company (OPC) as a private limited company under the Companies Act, 2013. It gives you the benefits of a full-fledged company like limited liability, legal recognition, and better credibility, without needing a second director or shareholder.

The total cost of OPC registration depends on factors like your authorized capital, state of registration, and applicable government charges. In addition to this, there’s a professional service fee for handling documentation, filings, and end-to-end compliance.

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The essential documents for registering a One Person Company (OPC) include:

• Memorandum of Association (MOA)
• Articles of Association (AOA)
• Proof of registered office address (utility bill, rent agreement, and owner’s NOC if applicable)
• PAN card and Aadhaar card of the proposed director
• PAN card and Aadhaar card of the nominee
• Nominee’s consent in Form INC-3
• Director’s consent in Form DIR-2
• Declaration by the proposed director in Form INC-9
• Declaration by a qualified professional (CA/CS/CMA) certifying compliance with legal requirements

You must select a unique and compliant name that follows the naming guidelines prescribed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The name should not be identical or similar to any existing company or trademark and must end with "(OPC) Private Limited".

Carefully review the rejection reason given by the Registrar of Companies (RoC). It might be due to similarity with existing names, mismatch with business activities, or documentation issues. Fix the specific problem before resubmitting your application.

If you need help understanding the rejection or want expert assistance to get your OPC name approved smoothly, reach out to DigiLawyer—we’re here to guide you every step of the way!