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One Person Company (OPC) Registration in India

Are you a solo entrepreneur ready to turn your idea into a registered business? Register a One Person Company (OPC) in India with Finguru India and enjoy the benefits of limited liability, full ownership, and corporate recognition – without the complexities of a partnership or private limited company.

Get expert help for online OPC registration in India — from documentation to final incorporation — in just 7–10* days.

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Overview

What is a One Person Company (OPC)?

A One Person Company (OPC) is a unique business structure that combines the benefits of a private limited company with the simplicity of a sole proprietorship. It offers full control to a single promoter while ensuring limited liability and a separate legal identity.
Perfect for:
  • Freelancers & Consultants
  • Solo Startup Founders
  • Professionals & Creators
  • Traders & Small Business Owners
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Pros & Cons

Advantages & Disadvantages of OPC

Advantages

  • Separate legal identity & limited liability
  • Single owner – full control
  • Easy to manage and maintain
  • Greater credibility with clients & vendors
  • Can be converted into a Pvt. Ltd. company
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Disadvantages

  • Only one shareholder allowed
  • Nominee is mandatory
  • Not suitable for large-scale businesses
  • Funding limitations
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Document

Documents Required to Register a One Person Company

To register a One Person Company (OPC) in India, you’ll need.

PAN Card of the director

Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID

Passport-size photograph

Address proof (bank statement or utility bill)

Proof of registered office (rent agreement or NOC)

Nominee’s identity and address proof

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Director Identification Number (DIN)

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Process

One Person Company (OPC) Registration Process

Here’s how the One Person Company registration process works.
1

Obtain DSC & DIN

for the sole director
apply for name approval via SPICe+

Choose a unique company name

2
3

File incorporation documents

(SPICe+, MOA, AOA)
from the MCA

Get Certificate of Incorporation

4
5

Apply for PAN, TAN & bank account

Entire process is 100% online with Finguru India

Compliance

Compliances for One Person Company

Once you register an OPC in India, ensure the following ongoing compliances:
  • Annual return filing with ROC
  • Financial statement submission (AOC-4, MGT-7A)
  • Maintain statutory registers
  • Audit appointment (if applicable)
  • Filing of income tax return
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Difference

Difference Between OPC & Pvt. Ltd. in India

Feature

Shareholders

Directors

Fundraising

Compliance

Ownership

OPC

1
1 (max 15)
Limited
Lower
Sole Owner

Private Limited Company

Minimum 2
Minimum 2
Venture capital friendly
Higher
Shared Ownership

Difference

Difference Between OPC & LLP in India

Feature

Legal Status
Members
Control
Compliance
Tax Structure

OPC

Company
1 + Nominee
Sole Owner
Moderate
Company Tax Rate

LLP

Partnership
Minimum 2
Shared
Low
Partnership Tax Rate

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for OPC Incorporation

One director and shareholder (same person)

One nominee (Indian resident)

Registered office address

DSC & DIN

Unique business name

Checklist

Checklist for Registering OPC

  • One Indian citizen as director
  • Nominee (Indian resident, consent required)
  • Address proof & identity documents
  • Unique company name (not already taken)
  • DSC and DIN ready
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Once the OPC is registered, you’ll receive:

Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Corporate Identification Number (CIN)

PAN & TAN of the company

MCA master data listing

Your OPC is now a legally recognised business in India.
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One Person Company Registration Number

Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Corporate Identification Number (CIN)

One Person Company Registration Number

Once the OPC is registered, you’ll receive:

PAN & TAN of the company

MCA master data listing

Registration

One Person Company Registration Number

Once the OPC is registered, you’ll receive:

PAN & TAN of the company

MCA master data listing

Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Corporate Identification Number (CIN)

Your OPC is now a legally recognised business in India.
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Timeline

Timelines for OPC Registration

Step

DSC & DIN Application
Name Approval
Filing Incorporation
PAN, TAN & Bank Setup
Total Time

Time Required

1–2 working days
2–3 working days
3–5 working days
2–3 working days
7–10 working days

Why Finguru India for One Person Company (OPC) Registration?

  • CA & CS Verified Process – Error-Free Filing
  • End-to-End Support – From Name Approval to Bank Account
  • Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Charges
  • Fastest Turnaround Time – 7–10 Days
  • Post-Incorporation Support – GST, Accounting, Compliance
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One Person Company Registration

Can an NRI register an OPC in India?
No, only Indian citizens residing in India (min. 120 days/year) can register an OPC.
Yes, a nominee must be named during registration who will take over in case of death/incapacity of the owner.
Yes, voluntary conversion is allowed after 2 years or mandatory upon crossing financial thresholds.
Only if your turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh (₹20 lakh for services) or you do interstate supply.

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Start your business with confidence. Let Finguru India handle the entire OPC registration process in India, so you can focus on your venture.
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