One Person Company (OPC)

Who Should Apply for One Person Company (OPC) Registration?

✅ Solo Entrepreneurs — Ideal for individuals who want to start a business alone while enjoying limited liability and full control.

✅ Freelancers & Professionals — Suitable for consultants, designers, and service providers looking for legal recognition and brand credibility.

✅ Proprietors Looking to Upgrade — Perfect for existing sole proprietors who want to convert their business into a company with better legal protection.

✅ Startups & Innovators — Great for small startups and innovators aiming to build a company with a formal structure and future scalability.

✅ Business Owners Seeking Limited Liability — For individuals who want to protect personal assets while running their business independently.

Process

1️⃣ Consultation & Name Approval:
Share your basic details and preferred company name. Our experts verify eligibility and check name availability with MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs).

2️⃣ Document Preparation:
We assist in preparing required documents — including your identity proofs, address proofs, and consent forms.

3️⃣ DSC & DIN Generation:
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN) are created for the company’s director.

4️⃣ Filing Incorporation Forms:
We file the SPICe+ (INC-32) form online along with MoA (Memorandum of Association) and AoA (Articles of Association).

5️⃣ Certificate of Incorporation:
After MCA approval, you receive your Certificate of Incorporation, along with PAN and TAN of your new company.

Estimated Processing Time

🕒 4–6 Working Days: Standard approval time for OPC registration.
🕒 Priority Service Available: Faster filing and approval for urgent cases.

Documents Required (Scanned Copies or Photos)

📄 Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of Director
📱 Email ID & Mobile Number of Director
📜 Proposed Company Name & Business Activity
📍 Business Address Proof — Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement / Property Tax Receipt
📄 Passport-Size Photo of Director
📑 NOC from Property Owner (if business place is rented)
🧾 Declaration & Consent Forms (INC-9, DIR-2)

Frequently asked questions

1️⃣ What is a One Person Company (OPC)?
A One Person Company (OPC) is a business structure that allows a single individual to own and manage a company with limited liability. It combines the flexibility of a sole proprietorship with the benefits of a private limited company under the Companies Act, 2013.

2️⃣ Who can register a One Person Company in India?
Any Indian citizen and resident (staying in India for at least 120 days in the previous financial year) can register an OPC. However, one person can register only one OPC as a sole member.

3️⃣ What are the benefits of registering an OPC?
✔ Limited liability protection for the owner
✔ Full control of the business with single ownership
✔ Separate legal identity for the company
✔ Easier funding and credibility with clients, banks, and investors
✔ Perpetual succession, meaning the company continues even if the owner changes

4️⃣ Is a nominee required for OPC registration?
Yes. Every OPC must have a nominee who will take over the company’s ownership in case of the owner’s death or incapacity. The nominee must provide written consent (Form INC-3) before incorporation.

5️⃣ Can an OPC be converted into a Private Limited Company?
Yes. An OPC can be voluntarily converted into a Private Limited Company or automatically converted when its paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakhs or turnover crosses ₹2 crores in a financial year.

6️⃣ Is there any minimum capital requirement to start an OPC?
No. There is no minimum capital requirement. You can start an OPC with any amount of paid-up capital as per your business needs.

7️⃣ How long does it take to register an OPC?
Generally, the OPC registration process takes 4–6 working days, depending on document accuracy and MCA approval time. Priority or express filing can be done for faster processing.

8️⃣ What taxes apply to a One Person Company?
An OPC is taxed like a Private Limited Company under the Income Tax Act at 25% (plus surcharge and cess). The director must also file personal income tax returns for salary or dividends received.

9️⃣ Can an OPC have employees or directors?
Yes. An OPC can hire employees and appoint additional directors, but only one person can be the shareholder (owner) of the company.

🔟 What documents are required for OPC registration?
You’ll need:

• Aadhaar & PAN of Director

• Address proof of business (Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement)

• Passport-size photo of Director

• Email ID & Mobile number

• NOC from property owner (if rented)

• Nominee details & consent form