register your Private Limited company in 7–10 days.

What is a Private Limited company?

A Private Limited Company is a business structure registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with limited liability for its shareholders, a separate legal identity from its owners, and restrictions on transferring shares to the public. It is the most common structure for startups planning to raise funding.

How many directors and shareholders does a Private Limited company need?

A minimum of 2 directors and 2 shareholders (they can be the same people), up to a maximum of 15 directors and 200 shareholders. At least one director must be a resident of India — someone who has stayed in India for 182+ days in the previous financial year.

What is the minimum capital required to register a Private Limited company?

There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement under current law. You can incorporate with any authorised capital you choose — most first-time founders start with ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh, since MCA fees are nil up to ₹15 lakh authorised capital and only state stamp duty applies.

How much does Private Limited company registration cost with Shunya?

₹1,999 is Shunya's professional fee. Government fees and stamp duty are billed separately and depend on your authorised capital and the state you're incorporating in — we confirm the exact total on your first call.

How long does Private Limited registration take?

7–10 working days once your documents are complete and verified. If incorporation isn't complete within 15 working days of full document submission, Shunya waives its professional fee, for standard incorporations up to ₹10 lakh authorised capital.

Can I convert my Private Limited company to another structure later?

Yes, a Private Limited company can convert to a Public Limited company as it scales, though converting to an LLP or proprietorship is more restrictive and rarely done in practice. Most founders choose Private Limited specifically because it doesn't need to be converted later — it already suits fundraising and scaling.