Start a Private Limited Company in Pune
Pune produces startups across SaaS, EV and auto-tech, manufacturing and education, and most founders who plan to raise funding, issue ESOPs or sign enterprise clients choose a private limited company. It is a separate legal entity, shareholders' liability is limited to their shares, and investors and banks understand the structure.
CompanyFX handles the whole process online, from digital signatures to the Certificate of Incorporation, so Pune founders never need to visit a government office.
Requirements
- Minimum two directors and two shareholders, with one director resident in India
- No minimum paid-up capital
- A registered office address in Pune; home, rented office or co-working space
- A unique name that does not conflict with existing companies or registered trademarks
Documents Required
- PAN and Aadhaar of each director and shareholder (passport for foreign nationals)
- Bank statement or utility bill of each director, not older than two months
- Passport-size photographs
- Registered office proof: utility bill and owner's NOC, plus rent agreement if rented
Registration Process
- DSC: digital signature certificates for the directors.
- Name approval: we check MCA and trademark records, then reserve the name through SPICe+ Part A.
- SPICe+ filing: incorporation form, e-MoA and e-AoA, with Maharashtra stamp duty paid online.
- AGILE-PRO-S: GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC, Maharashtra professional tax and bank account applications, filed in the same submission.
- Incorporation: Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN and TAN.
Pune-Specific Points to Plan For
- Professional tax: Maharashtra requires PTEC for the company and PTRC once you pay salaries. Directors drawing remuneration are also covered.
- Shops and Establishment: your Pune office needs registration or intimation under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017.
- Startup India: DPIIT recognition opens up the 80-IAC tax holiday application and simpler compliance for eligible startups.
- MIDC units: manufacturers may also need factory licences and pollution consent, which are separate from incorporation.
After Incorporation
- Appoint the first statutory auditor within 30 days
- File the commencement of business declaration (INC-20A) within 180 days, once share capital is received
- Hold board meetings and an annual general meeting, and file AOC-4 and MGT-7 every year
Comparing structures? Read about LLP registration in Pune and one person company registration.
Serving Clients Across Pune
Hinjewadi, Baner, Balewadi, Kharadi, Viman Nagar, Magarpatta, Hadapsar, Koregaon Park, Aundh, Kothrud, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan and Talegaon, all handled online.
₹7,999
Starting price
- DSC for two directors
- Name reservation
- MoA and AoA drafting
- Certificate of Incorporation
- PAN and TAN
- Bank account opening support
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are needed to register a private limited company in Pune?
At least two directors and two shareholders, who can be the same two people. At least one director must be resident in India, meaning they stay in India for at least 182 days in the financial year. There is no minimum paid-up capital.
How long does company registration take in Pune?
Usually 7 to 15 working days, depending on how quickly digital signatures are issued and whether the name is approved on the first attempt. Incorporation applications from Pune are processed centrally by the MCA, and the company then falls under the jurisdiction of the Registrar of Companies, Pune.
What stamp duty applies to company registration in Maharashtra?
Stamp duty on the MoA and AoA is paid electronically during the SPICe+ filing and depends on the authorised capital. Keeping the authorised capital at a sensible starting level keeps both stamp duty and MCA fees low, and it can be increased later.
Can I register my Pune company at a co-working space or my home?
Yes. A home, a rented office or a co-working desk can be the registered office if you provide a recent utility bill and a no-objection certificate from the owner or co-working operator.
Is professional tax registration included?
Yes. Professional tax registration for Maharashtra can be applied for along with incorporation through the AGILE-PRO-S form, together with GSTIN (if needed), EPFO and ESIC registration and the company bank account.
Can a Pune startup get Startup India recognition?
A private limited company incorporated within the last 10 years, with turnover below ₹100 crore and an innovative or scalable business model, can apply for DPIIT recognition. Recognised startups can then apply for benefits such as the Section 80-IAC tax holiday and easier compliance.
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