One Person Company (OPC) Registration Online in India

Choose a plan that fits your company. Final Government charges vary by State and authorised capital.

Package 1: Name Reservation Support

• Name strategy and conflict checks (basic)
• Filing support for name approval (SPICe+ Part A)
• Resubmission guidance (if required)

Package 2: Incorporation Filing

• End-to-end support for SPICe+ incorporation
• Drafting and preparation assistance for MOA & AOA
• Registered office documentation guidance
• Filing status tracking and follow-ups

Package 3: Incorporation + Starter Compliance Kit

• Post-incorporation checklist
• Basic compliance calendar (ROC/IT/GST applicability guidance)
• "Next 30 days" operational setup checklist

If you want an exact quote, ask First Startup for a breakup of professional charges + Government charges + stamp duty, along with one-person company registration fees.

Building a company as a solo founder does not have to mean operating without legal protection. With one-person company registration, you get a formal corporate structure with limited liability and a separate legal identity while retaining ownership and decision-making control as the sole member.

At First Startup, we help founders incorporate smoothly, avoid common resubmission reasons, and keep the journey clear from name approval to Certificate of Incorporation.

A One Person Company (OPC) is a company structure introduced under the Companies Act, 2013, that allows a single individual to form a company. The member can act as shareholder and director, and the entity exists independently from the individual - helping separate personal risk from business risk, subject to compliance.

OPC is commonly chosen by solo consultants and service providers, small agencies transitioning from proprietorship, product founders validating an early-stage venture, and professionals seeking limited liability and stronger credibility.

Below are the commonly applicable conditions. First Startup can validate your exact eligibility based on your profile and proposed activity.

• You must be a natural person (not a company, LLP, or trust).
• You must be eligible to act as a member and director under Indian company law.
• You must appoint a nominee at the time of incorporation (nominee consent is required).
• You must have a valid identity and address proof set for KYC and filings.
• You should have clarity on the registered office address (owned or rented with NOC).
• Your proposed business activity should be permissible for an OPC (certain regulated activities may require additional approvals or may not be permitted).
• You should be prepared to meet ongoing annual and event-based compliance requirements after incorporation.

These checks matter because incorrect details or missing consents are among the most common reasons for delays in one-person company registration.

Here is why founders often choose this structure when compared with informal models:

• Limited liability protection: Personal assets are generally protected from business liabilities (subject to legal exceptions).
• Separate legal identity: The company can hold assets, enter into contracts, and operate independently.
• Better credibility: Many vendors, clients, and institutions prefer dealing with incorporated entities.
• Perpetual succession (via nominee): The nominee mechanism supports business continuity.
• Single-owner control: You maintain full control while operating as a company.
• Structured governance: MOA/AOA-based governance can make internal decision-making clearer.
• Easier business scaling path: You can transition to other company forms as the business grows.

With First Startup, the goal is to keep the setup simple while ensuring your one-person company registration is accurate and compliant.

In India, OPC company incorporation is facilitated through the SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) form, which replaced earlier, separate incorporation workflows.

At a practical level, SPICe+ combines name approval and incorporation-related filings into a structured process that is filed electronically with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), along with linked services wherever applicable.

For founders, this means one-person company registration is now more standardised - but also more sensitive to documentation accuracy, formatting, and matching details across proofs and forms.

The one-person company registration process consists of two parts

Part A

This section is primarily for name approval of the proposed company. It is also used for applying for a DIN (Director Identification Number) in the integrated workflow, and other linked identifiers as applicable to the filing.

Part B

This section captures incorporation-specific details such as registered office address, capital structure and share details, director particulars, shareholder/member details, and attachments and declarations required for incorporation.

If you want a founder-friendly walkthrough, First Startup can map your case and recommend a timeline before filing your one-person company registration.

Below are the steps for a single-person company registration. While the exact set of attachments can vary based on your situation, the broad flow remains consistent.

Step 1: Obtain a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Secure a DSC for the proposed director. The DSC is used to sign incorporation and related forms electronically.

Step 2: Obtain Director Identification Number (DIN)
Apply for DIN for the director through the MCA process as applicable. DIN is a unique identifier required for directors under company law.

Step 3: Name Reservation
Apply for name reservation through the MCA portal using SPICe+ (Part A). Ensure the name is distinctive, does not conflict with existing companies or trademarks, and follows OPC naming conventions.

Step 4: Prepare MOA and AOA
Draft the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) defining the company objects and internal governance.

Step 5: File the Forms
File the incorporation forms with the MCA, including SPICe+ Part B and linked forms such as proof of office, nominee appointment, declarations, and statutory attachments.

Step 6: Certificate of Incorporation
After verification and approval by the Registrar of Companies (ROC), the ROC issues the Certificate of Incorporation. PAN and TAN are typically generated through the incorporation workflow, removing the need for separate applications in most standard cases.

With First Startup managing your checklist, your one-person company registration becomes less about chasing formats and more about moving toward launch.

Costs can vary depending on the State, authorised capital, stamp duty, and whether you need add-ons such as extra DSCs or documentation support. When discussing pricing, it helps to separate professional service charges, government fees, and optional add-ons.

• Professional service charges (advisory, drafting, filing support)
• Government fees (MCA fees, stamp duty components, etc.)
• Optional add-ons (GST registration, trademark filing, compliance retainers)

To receive an accurate estimate, share your proposed authorised capital, state of registered office, director/member and nominee details, and whether the office is owned or rented. First Startup provides a clear, itemised estimate so you can understand what is included and what may vary in your one-person company registration.

To avoid back-and-forth and reduce resubmission risk, keep the following ready early (exact requirements can vary by case):

• PAN card of the member/director
• Aadhaar or other identity proof (as applicable)
• Passport-size photograph
• Email ID and mobile number for verification
• Address proof of the member/director (recent)
• Registered office documents: recent utility bill plus ownership proof or rent agreement with NOC
• Nominee's consent and identity/address proofs
• Any supporting note for name significance (if needed)

Having the right paperwork upfront significantly speeds up validation and reduces chances of technical rejection.

If you want a fast checklist-style view, here are the commonly requested items:

• Identity proof: PAN plus Aadhaar or other ID
• Address proof: recent bank statement or utility bill (as applicable)
• Registered office proof: utility bill, ownership/rent documents, and NOC
• Nominee documents: consent plus KYC
• Photo and basic contact details
• MOA/AOA and subscriber sheets (prepared as part of drafting and filing)

First Startup reviews your one-person company registration documents for consistency on names, address formatting, dates, and clarity before submission to help prevent avoidable resubmissions.

Following incorporation, OPCs must complete certain operational and compliance steps similar to private limited companies. First Startup can help you plan and execute these without confusion.

• Opening a current account in the company's name
• Confirming capital introduction and basic bookkeeping setup
• Setting up invoicing and accounting workflow
• Evaluating GST applicability and registration if required
• Ensuring statutory registers and internal records are in place
• Planning annual ROC and income-tax compliance timelines

Staying organised immediately after one-person company registration makes it easier to stay compliant and investor/customer-ready.

First Startup is built for founders who want clarity, speed, and accountability. Here is how we help:

• Step-by-step expert guidance from name reservation to incorporation
• Document preparation support and checklist-driven reviews
• Filing accuracy focuses on reducing rework and resubmissions
• Transparent pricing and clear scope definitions
• Dedicated support for your queries through every stage

If you are ready to start, First Startup can share a simple intake checklist and a timeline estimate based on your case so you know exactly what happens next.

In many straightforward cases, one-person company registration can be completed in about 7-10 working days after documents are finalised and name approval is obtained. Timelines may extend if documents need clarification or corrections.

• The proposed name is rejected or needs resubmission
• Documents are unclear, mismatched, or outdated
• Registered office proofs or NOC need correction
• Additional clarifications are requested during processing

With First Startup managing the flow, you can track progress and focus on building your venture.