One Person Company (OPC) Registration
A solo founder's company with limited liability under Companies Act 2013
What is One Person Company (OPC) Registration?
Register a One Person Company — a corporate entity for a single Indian founder with limited liability, no co-founder requirement, and the credibility of a Private Limited Company for billing enterprise clients.
An OPC is governed by Section 2(62) and Section 3(1)(c) of the Companies Act 2013. The sole member must be an Indian citizen and resident. A nominee (who inherits membership if the sole member is incapacitated or dies) must be named at the time of incorporation. An OPC must be converted into a Pvt Ltd if its paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakh or turnover exceeds ₹2 crore in three consecutive financial years.
Who Needs One Person Company (OPC) Registration?
Independent professionals (consultants, designers, coaches), solo founders who want a corporate entity for enterprise contracts, freelancers billing international clients, and anyone who runs a business alone and wants limited liability without a co-founder.
What's Included
- Certificate of Incorporation ending in "(OPC) Private Limited"
- PAN and TAN issuance
- DSC and DIN for the sole director
- Nominee consent (Form INC-3) preparation
- MoA and AoA drafting
- SPICe+ integrated filing
- Guidance on current account and GST registration
⚠️ Penalty for Non-Compliance
An OPC that crosses ₹50 lakh paid-up capital or ₹2 crore turnover for three consecutive years must mandatorily convert to a Pvt Ltd within 6 months. Failure to convert attracts penalties under the Companies Act.
How It Works
- 1
Name Reservation
We file RUN (Reserve Unique Name) on MCA for your OPC. The name must end with '(OPC) Private Limited'.
- 2
DSC and DIN
Class 3 DSC and DIN are obtained for the sole director/member.
- 3
Nominee Consent
A nominee member is identified and their consent (Form INC-3) is obtained. The nominee takes over if the sole member becomes incapacitated.
- 4
SPICe+ Filing
Incorporation form is filed with MoA, AoA, nominee details, and registered office proof.
- 5
Certificate of Incorporation
MCA issues the Certificate of Incorporation with '(OPC) Private Limited' suffix. PAN and TAN follow automatically.
Documents Required
Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.
Director & Nominee Documents
- PAN Card (director + nominee)Required
Self-attested copies of both
- Aadhaar Card (director + nominee)Required
Must match PAN name
- Passport-size photographsRequired
Both director and nominee
- Nominee consent letter (Form INC-3)Required
We prepare the form; nominee signs it
Registered Office Proof
- Latest electricity or water billRequired
Not older than 2 months
- NOC from property ownerRequired
On plain paper, signed by owner
- Rental agreement if rented
Stamp-paper rental deed
Company Details
- 3 proposed company name optionsRequired
We check MCA availability before filing
- Authorized capital amountRequired
Minimum Rs 1 lakh authorized capital
- Main business activity (NIC code)Required
We help you identify the right code
Fees & Pricing
Government Fees
DIN for director & nominee
Rs 500 per person; waived for first 2 via SPICe+
Name reservation (RUN)
One-time fee
SPICe+ e-form filing
NIL for authorized capital up to Rs 15 lakh
Stamp duty on MOA/AOA
Varies by state approx. Rs 200-2,000
Professional Fees
OPC incorporation package (all-inclusive)
Includes DSC, DIN, SPICe+, PAN, TAN, GSTIN, nominee consent
* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreign national incorporate an OPC in India?
No. OPC incorporation is only available to Indian citizens and residents. Foreign nationals must register a Pvt Ltd or LLP.
Does an OPC need a statutory audit?
Yes. Like all companies under the Companies Act 2013, an OPC must have its accounts audited by a Chartered Accountant every year, regardless of turnover.
What is the role of the nominee in an OPC?
The nominee takes over as the sole member if the original member dies or becomes incapacitated. The nominee must be an Indian citizen. The nominee can be changed by the member at any time by filing Form INC-4.
Can an OPC be converted to a Pvt Ltd?
Yes — voluntarily at any time, or mandatorily when paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakh or turnover exceeds ₹2 crore for three consecutive years.
What does OPC registration cost?
Government charges are minimal: DIN costs Rs 500 per person (waived for the first two via SPICe+), name reservation is Rs 1,000, and SPICe+ filing is nil for authorized capital up to Rs 15 lakh. Stamp duty on the MOA/AOA varies by state, roughly Rs 200-2,000.
What documents are required for OPC registration?
PAN and Aadhaar of the sole director/member, address proof not older than 2 months, registered office address proof, and PAN plus Aadhaar of the nominee member.
How long does OPC registration take?
Typically 10-15 working days.
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