Private Limited Company Registration in Bangalore

What is a private limited company?

A private limited company is a business owned by a small group of shareholders and governed by the Companies Act, 2013. It is a separate legal person from its owners, so the company — not the founders — owns its assets, signs its contracts and carries its debts. Shareholders risk only the money they have put in. That combination of protection, credibility and the ability to bring in investors is why most founders choose private limited company registration in Bangalore.

Key features

• Limited liabilityShareholders are liable only up to the unpaid amount on their shares. Personal assets stay protected.
• Separate legal entityThe company can own property, open bank accounts, borrow and sue in its own name.
• Directors and membersMinimum 2 directors and 2 shareholders; maximum 200 shareholders. At least one director must be resident in India.
• No minimum capitalThere is no legal minimum paid-up capital. You can start with an amount that suits your plans.
• Name ends with “Private Limited”The suffix signals the company's private status and limited liability to the world.
• Restricted share transferThe Articles control how shares change hands, keeping ownership within a close group.
• No public offersA private company cannot invite the public to subscribe to its shares or debentures.
• Perpetual successionThe company continues regardless of changes in shareholders or directors.

Types of private companies

Company limited by shares

The standard and most common form — each member's liability is limited to the amount unpaid on their shares.

Company limited by guarantee

Members agree to contribute a fixed amount if the company is wound up. Mostly used for not-for-profit purposes.

Unlimited company

A separate entity, but members have unlimited liability. Rarely used because of the personal risk.

Advantages and disadvantages

Requirements for registration

• Directors: at least 2 (maximum 15, which can be increased by special resolution). One must have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the previous calendar year.
• Shareholders: at least 2 and up to 200. Directors and shareholders can be the same people.
• DIN: every director needs a Director Identification Number — new directors get it through the SPICe+ form itself.
• DSC: a Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate for directors and subscribers to sign the e-forms.
• Unique name: not identical or too similar to an existing company, LLP or registered trademark.
• Registered office: an address in India (a home address is fine) with utility bill proof.

Private limited company registration process

1. Digital Signature CertificatesWe obtain Class 3 DSCs for all proposed directors and subscribers using their PAN, Aadhaar, photo, email and mobile number. Foreign nationals provide notarised or apostilled documents.
2. Name reservation — SPICe+ Part AWe propose up to two names along with the main business activity and file for approval. Part A can also be filed together with Part B.
3. Incorporation details — SPICe+ Part BCapital, registered office, directors, subscribers, stamp duty and the DIN, PAN and TAN applications are filed in a single integrated form.
4. e-MoA and e-AoAWe draft the Memorandum (objects of the company) and Articles (internal rules), which are digitally signed by subscribers and a professional.
5. AGILE-PRO-SThis linked form registers the company for GST (if needed), EPFO, ESIC, Professional Tax (Karnataka) and opens the company's bank account.
6. Certificate of IncorporationOnce the ROC approves, you receive the Certificate of Incorporation with the CIN, along with the company's PAN and TAN.

Documents checklist

Indian directors and shareholders

• PAN card (self-attested)
• Aadhaar card
• Voter ID, passport or driving licence
• Bank statement, electricity or phone bill (not older than 2 months)
• Passport-size photograph

Foreign nationals / NRIs

• Passport (notarised / apostilled)
• Address proof — bank statement, residence card or utility bill
• Passport-size photograph

Registered office

• Latest electricity, water or gas bill, or property tax receipt
• Rent agreement (if rented)
• No-objection certificate from the property owner

After incorporation

Your journey does not end with the certificate. Within the first few months a new company must open a bank account, receive share subscription money, file the commencement of business declaration (Form INC-20A) within 180 days, appoint the first auditor within 30 days and hold its first board meeting. CRSB takes care of all of this through our annual compliance service.

Why choose CRSB for Pvt Ltd registration in Bangalore?

With years of incorporation experience and a clear understanding of the ROC Bangalore's requirements, we make the process straightforward. Our fees are transparent and affordable, and you get one dedicated expert from name search to bank account opening. We check every document before filing so your application is approved without avoidable resubmissions — and we stay available to answer questions long after your company is registered.

Frequently asked questions