Public Company
Registration Online
in India

Typically, the process takes 10–15 business days, depending on document verification and approval by the RoC.

A minimum of 3 directors is mandatory, but there is no upper limit on the number of directors. At least one director must reside in India.

Yes, in a Public Limited Company, shareholders can freely transfer their shares to others, providing liquidity and flexibility.

A Public Limited Company requires at least 7 shareholders to establish, and there is no cap on the maximum number of shareholders.

Yes, the company must have a physical address in India as its registered office for official correspondence and record maintenance.

Yes, a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is essential for filing documents electronically with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

Yes, foreign nationals can become directors, but the company must have at least one Indian resident director to comply with Indian regulations.

Yes, by altering its MoA and AoA and obtaining shareholder and regulatory approval, a private company can convert into a public limited company.

No, additional compliance with SEBI regulations is required before issuing shares to the public. Approval may take additional time and procedures.

The Certificate of Incorporation is a legal document issued by the RoC that certifies the company's registration and existence as per Indian laws.

Although there is no specific minimum capital requirement, businesses must declare an authorized capital sufficient to meet their operational and financial obligations.

Directors need to provide their PAN (for Indian nationals), passport (for foreign nationals), address proof (utility bill or bank statement), and passport-sized photographs.

The Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique number issued to individuals who wish to become directors in an Indian company. It is mandatory for all directors.

The Memorandum of Association (MoA) outlines the company’s objectives, while the Articles of Association (AoA) define the rules and regulations governing internal operations.

Non-compliance can result in monetary fines, disqualification of directors, and legal action against the company, depending on the nature and severity of the violation.

Compliance involves filing annual returns, holding annual general meetings (AGMs), statutory audits, maintaining proper accounting records, and adhering to regulatory requirements by the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

The company name is reserved by submitting an application through the SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) form. The name must adhere to naming guidelines.

Public Limited Companies are regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), the Registrar of Companies (RoC), and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for listed companies.

SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) is an integrated online form used for name reservation, incorporation, and obtaining statutory registrations such as PAN and TAN.

A Public Limited Company is a business entity that operates as a separate legal entity and allows public investment through share issuance. It provides limited liability protection to its shareholders and is governed by the Companies Act, 2013.