One Person Company Registration in India
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The One Person Company (OPC) is a revolutionary business structure introduced under the Companies Act, 2013, to empower solo entrepreneurs. It offers the advantage of a corporate identity while retaining complete ownership and control. At Quick Legal India, we help individuals turn their ideas into legally recognized businesses – quickly, smoothly, and affordably.
What is an OPC?
An OPC allows a single person to run a company with limited liability, separate legal identity, and reduced compliance burden. Unlike sole proprietorships, an OPC gives your business a professional face, greater credibility, and better access to funding.
Why Register an OPC?
Separate Legal Identity
An OPC is treated as a separate legal entity under Indian law. It can own property, enter contracts, and initiate or face legal proceedings in its own name — independent of the owner.
Limited Liability Protection
The personal assets of the business owner remain protected. Liability is limited to the capital invested, minimizing personal financial risk.
Ease of Ownership Transfer
Ownership can be smoothly transferred to the nominee or another individual by updating official records — without disrupting operations.
Access to Funding
OPCs can raise capital through bank loans, government schemes, and investors — offering more funding flexibility than sole proprietorships.
More Benefits to Scale Your Business
1. Limited Liability
Your personal assets are safe — you’re not personally liable for business losses.
2. Full Control
Only one owner manages everything, with no need for partners.
3. Separate Legal Entity
The company is legally distinct from you — it can own property, sue, or be sued.
4. Easy to Convert
OPC can be easily converted into a Private Limited Company as your business grows.
5. Professional Image
Gives your business more credibility with customers, banks, and vendors.
How to Set It Up: The simple steps
1. Get a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
For the sole owner (required to sign forms online).
2. Apply for DIN (Director Identification Number)
Filed through the SPICe+ form.
3. Choose a Company Name
Apply via SPICe+ Part A. Make sure the name ends with “(OPC) Private Limited.”
4. File SPICe+ Form
Includes: 1) Company registration
2) PAN & TAN
3) DIN
4) EPFO & ESIC (if needed)
5. Submit MOA & AOA
Define company objectives and rules.
6. Appoint a Nominee
Mandatory to name one nominee (in case of death/incapacity of owner).
7. Get Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
Issued by the MCA with your company’s CIN, PAN & TAN.
8. Open Bank Account
Use COI, PAN, and MOA/AOA to open a current account.
Documents Required
- Documents of the Sole Owner
- PAN Card – Mandatory for Indian nationals
- Aadhaar Card – For identity & address proof
- Passport – If NRI or foreign national
- Photograph – Passport-size photo (JPEG or PNG)
- Email ID & Mobile Number – For verification
- Proof of Registered Office Address:
- Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Gas Bill – Not older than 2 months
- NOC from Property Owner (for using address as office)
- Rent Agreement (if rented) or Sale Deed (if owned)
- Other Important Docs (if applicable):
- PAN Card / Aadhaar Card of Nominee
- Consent Letter in Form INC-3
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Common Questions
Most Popular Questions
An OPC is a type of company that allows a single individual to operate a business with limited liability and a separate legal identity.
Only Indian citizens who are residents of India (staying at least 120 days in a year) can register an OPC.
Yes, you must nominate one Indian resident who will take over the company in case of your death or incapacity.
While OPCs can apply for loans, equity investment is limited. For raising venture capital, conversion to a private limited company is recommended.
You need an authorized capital of ₹1 lakh. There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement.
Yes, an OPC can voluntarily convert into a private limited company after two years or upon exceeding turnover/capital limits.
With Quick Legal India, OPC registration usually takes 5–7 working days, subject to government approvals.
No, you can register an OPC using your residential address as the registered office.