Public Limited

🏛️ Public Limited Company Registration in India – Take Your Business to the Next Level

Planning to scale big, raise capital from the public, or list on the stock exchange in the future?
A Public Limited Company (PLC) is the ideal business structure for ambitious entrepreneurs and corporates ready to expand at scale.

Whether you’re looking to raise funds, build a legacy brand, or bring transparency to your operations—registering a PLC sets you up for long-term success.

✅ Why Choose a Public Limited Company?

  • Access to Capital – Raise funds from investors or public offering
  • Limited Liability – Shareholders are protected against business debts
  • Separate Legal Identity – Distinct from its shareholders and directors
  • Higher Credibility – Ideal for large clients, tenders, and government contracts
  • Transferable Shares – Easy share transfer attracts investment

🧾 Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 3 Directors and 7 Shareholders
  • At least one director must be a resident of India
  • No minimum capital limit (but usually starts from ₹5 lakhs for practical reasons)
  • Must have a registered office in India
  • Must comply with Companies Act, 2013 regulations

🛠️ Public Limited Company Registration Process

Step
Description
Obtain DSCs
Digital Signature Certificates for all proposed directors
Apply for DIN
Director Identification Numbers via SPICe+
Name Reservation
Reserve company name through RUN (Reserve Unique Name)
File SPICe+ Form
Submit incorporation details to MCA
MoA & AoA Drafting
Define business objectives and internal rules
Certificate of Incorporation
ROC issues the COI with PAN & TAN
Apply for Commencement
File INC-20A for starting business within 180 days

📑 Documents Required

  • PAN & Aadhaar of all directors/shareholders
  • Passport (in case of foreign nationals)
  • Proof of registered office (rent agreement or ownership papers)
  • Utility bill (not older than 2 months)
  • Passport-size photos of directors
  • NOC from property owner (if applicable)

📋 Post-Incorporation Compliances

  • Open a company bank account
  • Appoint a statutory auditor within 30 days
  • Hold board meetings and maintain registers
  • File annual returns with ROC
  • If raising public capital – comply with SEBI regulations

👤 Best Suited For:

  • Large enterprises and corporate ventures
  • Businesses planning IPOs or equity funding
  • Firms aiming to build high-trust brands
  • Companies entering government contracts or tenders

🚀 Incorporate Your Public Limited Company Today

We handle end-to-end registration, compliance, and advisory to get your PLC running without stress.