How long does Private Limited Company registration take in India?

With clean documents, the entire SPICe+ process — DSC, name approval, incorporation and PAN/TAN — takes 7–10 working days. Delays typically come from name rejection, unclear business objects or address proof issues, which experienced professionals like P&M Company anticipate and pre-empt.

What is the minimum capital required for a Pvt Ltd Company?

There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement in India since 2015 — you can incorporate with as little as ₹1 authorised capital. Practically, most Ahmedabad startups start with ₹1 lakh authorised and ₹10,000 paid-up, and increase capital later through a right issue or private placement.

Can a foreigner or NRI be a director in an Indian Pvt Ltd Company?

Yes. Foreign nationals and NRIs can be directors provided at least one director is a resident Indian (present in India for at least 182 days in the previous FY). Foreign directors need a valid passport, apostilled address proof and DSC issued on their passport.

What is the difference between a Private Limited and an LLP?

A Pvt Ltd is governed by the Companies Act 2013, has shares and can raise equity from investors. An LLP is governed by the LLP Act 2008, has partners with capital contributions instead of shares, and cannot easily issue equity to investors. LLP compliance is lighter but conversion to Pvt Ltd (when funding is needed) takes 2–3 months.

Is GST registration mandatory for a new Pvt Ltd Company?

GST registration is mandatory only when turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for goods (₹20 lakh for services), or from day one for inter-state suppliers, e-commerce operators and casual taxable persons. Many Ahmedabad startups register voluntarily on day one to claim ITC on setup expenses and issue tax invoices to B2B clients.

What is INC-20A and when must it be filed?

INC-20A is a declaration for the commencement of business, filed by a Pvt Ltd Company within 180 days of incorporation, confirming that shareholders have paid the subscribed capital and that a current bank account has been opened. Non-filing attracts a ₹50,000 penalty on the company and ₹1,000/day on every director.

Blog

Finance & tax insights.

Expert guides on GST, income tax, TDS, bookkeeping, audit, MSME and company registration — written by the P&M Company team in Ahmedabad for Indian founders and finance leaders.

Featured guides

GST 12 min read

GST Return Filing Process 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Ahmedabad Businesses

Learn how to file GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 and CMP-08 correctly — with reconciliation tips, deadlines and filing guidance from P&M Company, Ahmedabad.

15 Jun 2026Read guide

Income Tax 13 min read

TDS Return Filing Guide 2026: Forms 24Q, 26Q, 27Q & 26QB Explained

A complete Ahmedabad-focused guide to TDS return filing — deduction rates, due dates, Form 16/16A, TRACES corrections and how to avoid short-deduction notices.

20 Jun 2026Read guide

Latest articles

GST 7 min read

GST Registration Guide 2026: Process, Documents & Fees in Ahmedabad

A complete step-by-step guide to GST registration in India — eligibility, documents, timelines, fees and mistakes to avoid.

12 Jan 2026Read

Income Tax 8 min read

ITR Filing Guide: How to File Your Income Tax Return in 2026

Which ITR form to use, deductions you can claim, penalties for late filing, and how to file ITR online with expert help.

20 Jan 2026Read

Registration 6 min read

MSME (Udyam) Registration: 12 Government Benefits You Should Know

Udyam registration is free, takes a day, and unlocks priority lending, subsidies and delayed-payment protection under the MSMED Act.

28 Jan 2026Read

Registration 6 min read

FSSAI Registration Process: Basic, State or Central — Which Do You Need?

Every food business in India needs an FSSAI licence. Here's how to pick the right category, gather documents and file without rejection.

5 Feb 2026Read

Bookkeeping 7 min read

10 Accounting Tips Every Small Business in Ahmedabad Should Follow

Simple habits that keep your books clean, your tax bill lower and your business ready for the next round of funding.

14 Feb 2026Read

Income Tax 8 min read

Tax Saving Tips 2026: Legal Ways to Reduce Your Income Tax in India

Old vs new regime, Section 80C planning, capital-gains harvesting and business-owner strategies to legally cut your tax bill.

22 Feb 2026Read

Registration 9 min read

Company Registration in India: Private Limited vs LLP vs OPC — Full Guide

Which business structure suits your startup? Compare Private Limited, LLP, OPC and Partnership on cost, compliance, funding and taxes.

2 Mar 2026Read

GST 5 min read

GST Return Due Dates 2026: Complete Compliance Calendar

GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, CMP-08, ITC-04 and more — every GST return due date in 2026 in one place.

10 Mar 2026Read

Audit 7 min read

Statutory Audit Checklist: What Auditors Actually Look For

A practical, section-wise audit checklist for private limited companies and LLPs — from vouching to CARO 2020.

18 Mar 2026Read

Bookkeeping 6 min read

10 Bookkeeping Mistakes Small Businesses Make (And How to Fix Them)

The most common bookkeeping errors we see across Ahmedabad SMEs — and the simple fixes that keep your books audit-ready.

26 Mar 2026Read

GST 12 min read

GST Return Filing Process 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Ahmedabad Businesses

Learn how to file GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 and CMP-08 correctly — with reconciliation tips, deadlines and filing guidance from P&M Company, Ahmedabad.

15 Jun 2026Read

Income Tax 13 min read

TDS Return Filing Guide 2026: Forms 24Q, 26Q, 27Q & 26QB Explained

A complete Ahmedabad-focused guide to TDS return filing — deduction rates, due dates, Form 16/16A, TRACES corrections and how to avoid short-deduction notices.

20 Jun 2026Read

Registration 14 min read

Private Limited Company Registration in India 2026: Complete Guide

Step-by-step Private Limited Company registration in India — SPICe+ process, fees, timelines, documents, taxation and post-incorporation compliance. Trusted guide by P&M Company, Ahmedabad.

25 Jun 2026Read

Registration 12 min read

LLP Registration in India 2026: Complete Guide with Costs & Compliance

Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) registration in Ahmedabad — FiLLiP process, DPIN, LLP Agreement, taxation, annual compliance and comparison with Pvt Ltd, by P&M Company.

28 Jun 2026Read