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Register a One Person Company online in India within 7–10 days. Get expert help from CertifyKaro with your OPC registration.
- Only one person needed
- Limited liability
- 7–10 days
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What is a One Person Company?
With the introduction of the Companies Act, 2013, the concept of the One Person Company came into existence to motivate small traders and entrepreneurs who have the potential to start their own business and build their own identity.
The biggest advantage of starting a One Person Company is that only one person is required to start the business — an entrepreneur can be the master of their own domain. In the case of a Private Limited Company or LLP, a minimum of two members is needed.
The OPC concept was recommended by the J.J. Irani Committee report to empower entrepreneurs to give shape to their ideas, as information technology and the service sector grew in India.
Documents for One Person Company registration
- Passport size photograph
- Copy of PAN Card
- Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Address proof (Bank Statement / Mobile / Telephone Bill)
- Copy of electricity bill of the office
- Sale deed (if owned)
- Copy of rent agreement (if rented)
- NOC from the property owner
OPC vs Private Limited vs LLP vs Partnership vs Proprietorship
| Private Limited Company | One Person Company | LLP | Partnership Firm | Proprietorship | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Act | Companies Act, 2013 | Companies Act, 2013 | LLP Act, 2008 | Indian Partnership Act, 1932 | No specified Act |
Registration | Mandatory | Mandatory | Mandatory | Optional | No |
Number of members | 2 – 200 | Only 1 | 2 – Unlimited | 2 – 50 | Only 1 |
Separate legal entity | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Liability protection | Limited | Limited | Limited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Statutory audit | Mandatory | Mandatory | Dependent | Not mandatory | Not mandatory |
Ownership transferability | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
Uninterrupted existence | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Foreign participation | Allowed | Not allowed | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
Tax rates | Moderate | Moderate | High | High | Low |
Statutory compliance | High | Moderate | Moderate | Less | Less |
Advantages of becoming a One Person Company
Limited liability
The director's personal property stays safe no matter the debts of the business. In an OPC only the investment in the company is at risk; the personal assets of the director are protected.
Continuous existence
An OPC has a separate legal identity and passes on to the nominee director, so it has continued existence.
Greater credibility
An OPC is required to have its books audited yearly, which gives it credibility with vendors and lending institutions.
Easy to sell
An OPC is simple to sell because of the limited documentation work.
Full control over the company
This helps in fast decision making and execution. An OPC can still appoint up to 15 directors for official functions without giving them any shares.
Easy to operate
An OPC is one of the easiest forms of corporate entity to operate, with very few ROC filings to be made with the Registrar of Companies.
How we work
From your first call to the final certificate, one dedicated expert handles your file.
Fill our registration form & make the payment
Expert calls you & receives all the necessary documents
DSC & DIN created for the director
MOA and AOA drafted & submitted
Your documents are filed & submitted to the ROC
Congratulations! Your company is registered
How your application moves
One Person Company (OPC)
- Fill our registration form & make the payment
- Expert calls you & receives all the necessary documents
- DSC & DIN created for the director
- MOA and AOA drafted & submitted
- Your documents are filed & submitted to the ROC
Frequently asked questions
What is a One Person Company?
A One Person Company is a category of company where the shareholder is a single person. These companies are created when the founder or owner is a single individual. The owner is not personally liable for the losses incurred by the company.
How long will it take to incorporate a One Person Company?
CertifyKaro can incorporate a One Person Company in 7-15 days. The time taken depends on submission of relevant documents by the client and the speed of government approvals. To ensure speedy incorporation, choose a unique name for your company and keep all the required documents ready before starting.
Who is a nominee in a One Person Company?
A nominee is a person who, in the event of death or disability of the subscriber of the One Person Company, shall assume their position. The Memorandum of Association of a One Person Company must mention the name of this person.
What is the minimum number of directors to form an OPC?
As the name suggests, a One Person Company can be started with one director.
Can an OPC become a member of another private limited company?
Yes, the Act has not made any restriction on a One Person Company becoming a member of another Private Limited Company.
How long is the incorporation of the company valid for?
Once a company is incorporated, it remains active as long as the annual compliances are met regularly. If annual compliances are not met, the company will become a dormant company and may be struck off the register after a period of time. A struck-off company can be revived for a period of up to 20 years.
What is the authorized capital fee?
Authorized capital is the amount of shares a company can issue to its shareholders. Companies pay the government an authorized capital fee to issue shares, for a minimum of Rs. 1 lakh.
Can the nominee of a One Person Company be changed after incorporation?
A nominee can be changed at any time with due intimation to the Registrar.
What is the Director Identification Number (DIN)?
A Director Identification Number is a unique identification number assigned to all existing and proposed directors of a company. It is mandatory for all present or proposed directors. A DIN never expires and a person can have only one DIN.
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