One Person Company (OPC) Registration

India's only company structure for solo entrepreneurs — run a full company with limited liability, without needing any co-founder or partner.

Single Director
Limited Liability
7–10 Days Process
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What is a One Person Company (OPC)?

A One Person Company (OPC) is introduced under the Companies Act, 2013 (Section 2(62)) to enable a single person to incorporate a company. Unlike a sole proprietorship, OPC provides limited liability, separate legal entity, and perpetual succession. Only one shareholder and one director are needed (can be the same person). A nominee must be appointed who takes over if the sole member dies or becomes incapacitated.

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Key Advantages of OPC

Solo Entrepreneur Friendly

Run a complete company structure with you as the only shareholder and director.

Limited Liability

Personal assets are protected. Liability is limited to your capital contribution.

Less Compliance

Annual General Meeting not mandatory. Less filings compared to Pvt Ltd.

Separate Legal Entity

OPC can own assets, enter contracts, and sue/be sued in its own name.

Eligibility & Requirements

Only 1 Shareholder (natural person, Indian citizen)
Only 1 Director (can be same as shareholder)
Mandatory Nominee appointment
Indian Resident (stayed 120+ days in India)
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Director Identification Number (DIN)
Unique company name
Registered Office Address

How to Register a One Person Company

OPC registration process follows the same MCA SPICe+ route as Private Limited Company with minor variations.

1Step 1: Obtain DSC and DIN

The sole director must obtain a Class 3 DSC and Director Identification Number.

2Step 2: Choose Company Name

Submit company name on SPICe+ Part A for MCA approval. Name must end with "(OPC) Private Limited".

3Step 3: Appoint Nominee

Identify a nominee (Indian citizen) who will take over in case the sole member is incapacitated. Nominee gives consent in Form INC-3.

4Step 4: Draft MOA and AOA

Prepare Memorandum and Articles of Association for OPC structure.

5Step 5: File SPICe+ Part B

Submit full incorporation form with single director, nominee, and office details.

6Step 6: Certificate of Incorporation

RoC issues COI. OPC is now a separate legal entity with its own CIN.

OPC registration takes 7–10 working days. Note: An OPC must mandatorily convert to a Private Limited Company once paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 Lakhs or turnover exceeds ₹2 Crores.

Documents Required

Director / Member

  • PAN Card
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport size photograph
  • Address proof (bank statement / utility bill)

Nominee

  • PAN Card of Nominee
  • Aadhaar Card of Nominee
  • Consent letter in Form INC-3

Registered Office

  • Rental Agreement or ownership deed
  • Latest utility bill
  • NOC from landlord

Post-Registration Compliance

Annual Financial Statements

OPC must file financial statements (AOC-4) with MCA annually.

Annual Return

File MGT-7A (simplified form for OPC) with RoC every year.

Income Tax Return

File ITR-6 annually. OPC is taxed at the same rate as any company (22% + surcharge).

Mandatory Conversion

Convert to Pvt Ltd if turnover exceeds ₹2 Crores or paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 Lakhs.

Common Questions

Everything you need to know

Only a natural person who is an Indian citizen and resident of India (stayed 120+ days in the previous year) can form an OPC.

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