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Private Limited Company Registration

What Is a Private Limited Company?

Under section 2 (68) of the companies Act, 2013, a Private Limited Company is a company having a minimum paid-up share capital and which by its articles -

Requirements Of A Private Limited Company

A company must fulfill the following conditions to be registered as a Private Limited Company:

Features of a Private Limited Company

How to Register A Private Limited Company?

The process of registering a Private Limited Company is quite simple and hassle-free. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to register a Private Limited Company:

The Documents Required For Registering A Private Limited Company

   The following list of documents are required when an individual stakeholder is applying for registration of a private limited company:    In case the Company is a corporate body and the stakeholder is not an individual, the following list of documents are required:

Note: The documents have to be self-attested copies and should be properly scanned. Also, all the bills should not be older than two months.

Documents Required For Public Limited Company Registration

Documents Required Diagram
  • Perpetual succession: Private Limited companies follow the policy of perpetual succession and continue to exist regardless of ownership changes, death, or even bankruptcy.
  • Limited Liability: Private Limited companies limit the liability of shareholders and directors. In financial crises, the director’s shares are frozen and remain safe.
  • Equity funding: Since shareholders and directors have separate shares, the company can raise capital through equity funding by selling shares.
  • Great Borrowing power: Private Limited Companies, perceived as low risk, are favorable for banks and financial institutions for lending. They can issue shares, debentures, and funds to generate capital.
  • Endless opportunities for expansion: Private Limited Companies have ample opportunities for domestic and international expansion, attracting foreign companies for investments.
  • Great credibility: LLPs face fewer legal restrictions, enhancing their credibility as they adhere to fewer compliances.
  • No mandatory audit: Private Limited Companies provide information to the registrar, increasing public domain transparency and credibility.
  • No restriction on the number of partners: Although LLPs require a minimum of two partners, there’s no maximum limit.
  • LLP as a sole entity: LLPs, although requiring two partners to form, have no cap on the number of partners they can have.

The Pitfalls of Registering a Private Limited Company

Conclusion

We at Filinglounge assist you in registering your Private Limited Company with utmost ease. We have a team of experienced professionals to take care of all the requirements including the documentation and ensure timely support and proper management. Please Follow our Facebook page for regular updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much time is required for the formation of a Private Limited Company in India?
Nowadays, the procedure for the formation of a private limited company has been shortened to quite an extent. For more information and any inquiry, please follow our Facebook page or mail us at care@startupindiaonline.in
2. Do Private Limited Companies list their shares on the stock exchange?
No, Private Limited Companies cannot list their shares on the Stock Exchange and thus are not available to the normal public.
3. How many Directors and Shareholders does a Private Limited Company have?
A Private Limited Company can have a minimum of 2 Directors and a maximum of 15 directors. The minimum number of shareholders must be 2, and the maximum is 200.
4. Do Private companies attract foreign investment?
Yes, foreign investors are often attracted to the growth potential of private companies.
5. What amount of tax is payable by Private Limited Companies?
Private Limited Companies with an annual turnover of less than 400 crores are taxed at 30% of their total income, while companies with a turnover exceeding 400 crores are taxed at 25%. Additional taxes, including income tax surcharge and education cess, also apply.
6. Can one person form a Private Limited Company?
Under the Companies Act 2013, a single individual can incorporate a Private Limited Company with one director only, as per the One Person Company Private Limited guidelines.
7. How to close my Private Limited Company?
Shutting down a Private Limited Company can be done in three ways:
  • Selling off: Transfer shares to another entity, transferring all rights and responsibilities.
  • Strike off the company: Apply for a name strike-off if the company has been inactive.
  • Winding up: Voluntary winding up by partners with documentation for dissolution in court.
8. Is it necessary to get an audit done in a Private Limited Company?
Yes, as per the Companies Act, 2013, an account audit is mandatory, and an auditor must be appointed within 30 days of incorporation.