Company Registration Cost in India
What does it really cost to register a company in India? We break down professional fees, government charges, stamp duty, DSC and PAN/TAN across Private Limited, LLP, OPC and other structures — with no hidden extras.
Quick answer
There is no single number, and any page that gives you one is hiding something. The MCA registration fee is nil for authorised capital up to ₹15,00,000 under rule 38(2) of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014. What you actually pay is state stamp duty, which on MCA's published rates ranges from about ₹41 in Dadra and Nagar Haveli to ₹10,025 in Punjab on the same ₹1,00,000-capital company — a 244-fold spread. Add PAN ₹66 and TAN ₹65, a commercially priced DSC, and the professional fee.
Applies to: MCA fee position current; state stamp duty per MCA's consolidated table, last confirmed unchanged as at 26 September 2024Jurisdiction: India — Companies Act, 2013, the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, and State/UT Stamp ActsSources checked: 2026-08-20
Starts at
₹1,999
+ GST | government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN and state charges vary and are extra
Timeline
Cost varies by structure, state and capital
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Pricing
Transparent registration pricing
Our professional fees by structure, with government fees, stamp duty and DSC always shown separately. Use the cost calculator for an estimate, or talk to us for an exact quote.
LLP
From
+ GST | government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN and state charges vary and are extra
- Incorporation (FiLLiP)
- DPIN & DSC
- LLP agreement
- Lighter compliance
Private Limited
From
+ GST | government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN and state charges vary and are extra
- SPICe+ incorporation
- DSC, DIN & MOA/AOA
- PAN & TAN
- Funding-ready
OPC
From
+ GST | government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN and state charges vary and are extra
- SPICe+ incorporation
- DSC, DIN & nominee
- PAN & TAN
- Solo founder
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is Company Registration Cost in India?
The cost of registering a company in India is the sum of a few components: the professional fee for preparing and filing, the government (MCA) filing fees, state stamp duty on the MOA/AOA or LLP agreement, Digital Signature Certificates, and PAN/TAN.
Only the professional fee is fixed by your service provider. Government fees scale with authorised capital, and stamp duty varies significantly by state and entity type — which is why a transparent, itemised quote matters more than a single 'all-in' number.
We show every component separately, and our cost calculator gives you a quick estimate before you commit.
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- Founders budgeting for incorporation
- Anyone comparing the cost of different structures
- Businesses wanting an itemised, no-surprises quote
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- Those who only need the calculator (use the tool directly)
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
No hidden charges
Every component — professional, government, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN — is itemised before you pay.
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See how Private Limited, LLP and OPC costs differ so you choose with eyes open.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- You're planning to register a business in India
Documents
Documents required
Varies by structure
- Director/partner KYC
- Registered office proof
- Capital structure (affects government fees)
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Official filing
How the MCA21 — the consolidated SPICe+ challan (company) or FiLLiP (LLP) flow works
MCA charges the government side of an incorporation through one consolidated SPICe+ challan, and its heads are the honest itemisation of what a company costs: the SPICe+ form fee, the memorandum fee, the articles fee, PAN, TAN, and the URC-1 fee where applicable. Any quote that does not map onto those heads is mixing someone's margin into a government line.
The MCA form fee is nil up to ₹15,00,000 of authorised capital. MCA states this twice in its own material — notification G.S.R. 180(E) dated 6 March 2019 amended rule 38(2) of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, and its SPICe+ FAQ confirms that companies incorporating with authorised capital up to ₹15,00,000 pay zero filing fee and bear only state stamp duty. Above that threshold the registration fee is capital-linked, built from the Table of Fees: ₹5,000 for the first ₹1,00,000 of nominal capital, then ₹400 per ₹10,000 up to ₹5,00,000, ₹300 per ₹10,000 up to ₹50,00,000, ₹100 per ₹10,000 up to ₹1 crore, and ₹75 per ₹10,000 above that. For a specific figure above the threshold, price it on MCA's own fee service rather than trusting a computed number.
Stamp duty is where the money actually is, and it is State law. On MCA's published rates, the incorporation eForm plus memorandum plus articles for a private company with ₹1,00,000 authorised capital works out at about ₹41 in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, ₹135 in Haryana, ₹360 in Delhi, ₹1,300 in Maharashtra, ₹7,550 in Madhya Pradesh and ₹10,025 in Punjab. At ₹10,00,000 of capital the top of that range rises to about ₹15,025. That spread is why a single national 'company registration cost' is not a real number. MCA's own table carries a disclaimer directing users to the concerned State's Stamp Act for the authentic position, and SPICe+ computes the binding amount at filing.
Two small heads people guess at, now sourced: PAN is ₹66 and TAN is ₹65, per MCA's SPICe+ FAQ. And name reservation costs ₹1,000 only if SPICe+ Part A is filed separately — file Part A and Part B together and no separate name-reservation fee arises. An approved name is valid 20 days, extendable to 40 days for ₹1,000, to 60 for ₹2,000 from 40, or 20 to 60 in one step for ₹3,000.
We do not publish a DSC price, and you should be wary of anyone who quotes one as a government fee. There is no statutory rate for a Digital Signature Certificate — it is priced commercially by a licensed Certifying Authority. The same applies to LLP agreement stamp duty: MCA's consolidated table covers company memoranda and articles only, so the LLP agreement figure comes from your State's Stamp Act and we confirm it before you pay rather than asserting one.
For an LLP, the fee structure is different again and runs by contribution rather than authorised capital: FiLLiP is ₹500 up to ₹1,00,000 of contribution, ₹2,000 above that to ₹5,00,000, ₹4,000 above that to ₹10,00,000, and ₹5,000 above that, rising to ₹25,000 for the largest contributions. Form 3 for the LLP agreement runs ₹50 to ₹200 on the same slabs, and a separate RUN-LLP name reservation is ₹200.
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feeOurs. By structure (LLP/Pvt Ltd/OPC etc.) | From ₹1,999 |
| MCA registration fee — companyGovernment. Rule 38(2) as amended by G.S.R. 180(E); capital-linked above the threshold | Nil up to ₹15,00,000 |
| Stamp duty — company MOA/AOAGovernment (State). Range at ₹1,00,000 authorised capital on MCA's published rates; rises to ~₹15,025 at ₹10,00,000 | ₹41 to ₹10,025 |
| MCA fee — LLP (FiLLiP)Government. By contribution, not capital | ₹500 to ₹25,000 |
| Stamp duty — LLP agreementGovernment (State). No MCA table exists for it, so we confirm from the State Stamp Act rather than quote a figure | Set by your State |
| PAN & TANGovernment. Charged in the consolidated SPICe+ challan | ₹66 and ₹65 |
| Name reservationGovernment. Charged only when SPICe+ Part A is filed separately from Part B | ₹1,000, or nil |
| DSCCommercial. Priced by a licensed Certifying Authority — no statutory rate, so we quote actuals | Per signatory |
Government fees, stamp duty, DSC and PAN/TAN vary by state, structure and capital and are billed at actuals. Only our professional fee is ours.
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Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- Comparing only 'all-in' prices that hide government charges
- Ignoring state stamp-duty differences
- Choosing a structure on price alone, not fit
- Forgetting recurring compliance costs after incorporation
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Company Registration Cost in India vs LLP
| Factor | Company Registration Cost in India | LLP |
|---|---|---|
| Typical professional fee | From ₹2,899 (Pvt Ltd) | From ₹1,999 (LLP) |
| Compliance cost (ongoing) | Higher | Lower |
| Best for | Funding-ready startups | Bootstrapped/services |
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FAQs
Company Registration Cost in India — frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to register a company in India?
It depends on the structure, state and capital. Professional fees start around ₹1,999 for an LLP and ₹2,899 for a Private Limited or OPC, plus government fees, stamp duty, DSC and PAN/TAN, which vary.
Why isn't there a single fixed price?
Only the professional fee is fixed. Government (MCA) fees scale with authorised capital and stamp duty varies significantly by state, so an itemised quote is more honest than one 'all-in' number.
Is registering a Private Limited Company expensive?
Entry professional fees are modest (from ₹2,899). The bigger consideration is ongoing annual compliance, which is higher than for an LLP or proprietorship.
Does stamp duty really vary by state?
Yes, significantly. Stamp duty on the MOA/AOA or LLP agreement is a state subject and differs widely, which is why we always itemise it.
Are there hidden charges?
Not with us — every component is shown separately before you pay. Be cautious of 'all-in' prices that bundle and hide government charges.
Is there a cost calculator?
Yes. Our company registration cost calculator gives you a quick estimate including government charges before you commit.
What's cheaper, an LLP or a Private Limited Company?
An LLP usually has a lower entry and ongoing compliance cost. A Private Limited Company costs a bit more but is funding- and ESOP-friendly. Choose by fit, not just price.
Do these costs include GST registration?
No, GST registration is separate (and itself has no government fee). We can add it to your incorporation package.
What ongoing costs should I budget for?
Annual MCA filings, audit (where applicable), accounting and director KYC. We can quote an annual compliance plan alongside incorporation.
References
Official sources
- MCA — Ease of Doing Business initiatives (zero fee up to ₹15,00,000 authorised capital, G.S.R. 180(E) dated 06.03.2019 amending rule 38(2))
- MCA — state-wise stamp duty rates for the incorporation eForm, MoA, AoA and eForm SH-7
- MCA — Annexure, Table of Fees (Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014)
- MCA — FAQs on Incorporation and Allied Matters (PAN ₹66, TAN ₹65, name reservation, consolidated SPICe+ challan)
- MCA — Details of Fee (LLP): FiLLiP by contribution, Form 3, name reservation and DPIN
Rules, fees and due dates change by notification. Confirm the current position on the official portal before you act.
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