The cost varies depending on the type of company and state, usually ranging between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, including government fees and professional charges.

Yes, a registered company can change its name by passing a special resolution and filing approval with the Registrar of Companies (ROC).

The Certificate of Incorporation (COI) has lifetime validity, unless the company is legally closed or struck off by the Registrar of Companies.

GST registration is mandatory if the company’s turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs (₹20 lakhs for services) or if the company is engaged in interstate supply, e-commerce, or specific notified businesses.

Yes. NRIs and foreign nationals can register a company in India, but at least one director must be an Indian resident. Certain approvals and documentation are required for FDI compliance.

There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement. You can register a company with ₹1 as paid-up capital under the Companies Act, 2013.

A Private Limited Company offers easier fundraising, stricter compliance, and is best for scaling. LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) is more flexible, has lower compliance costs, and is suited for professional firms or small businesses.

Yes. A single entrepreneur can register a One Person Company (OPC), which allows them to enjoy the benefits of a corporate structure while running the business individually.

Generally, the documents include identity proof, address proof, PAN card of directors, passport-size photographs, proof of registered office (electricity bill, rent agreement, or NOC), and company name approval.

SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) is the MCA’s integrated online form that allows you to apply for company incorporation, PAN, TAN, EPF, ESIC, GSTIN, and bank account in a single process.

On average, it takes 7–15 working days to register a Private Limited Company, OPC, or LLP. Public Limited and Section 8 companies may take 15–30 working days depending on approvals.

Private Limited Company is the most preferred structure for startups as it allows easy fundraising, limited liability, separate legal identity, and scalability.

The most common structures include Private Limited Company, One Person Company (OPC), Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), Partnership Firm, Public Limited Company, and Section 8 Company (Non-Profit Organization).

Registration protects the personal assets of owners, helps in raising funds, improves credibility, enables tax benefits, and gives the business a separate legal identity that ensures compliance and growth opportunities.

Company Registration is the legal process of incorporating a business under the Companies Act, 2013 with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It provides a company with a separate legal entity, limited liability protection, and recognition in the market.