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Proprietorship Registration

A sole proprietorship is the easiest and most cost-effective business structure in India. Ideal for freelancers, small traders, and individual service providers who want minimal compliance and full control.

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ROC Compliance Only

7,999
+ GST

Included

  • Annual Return Filing (MGT-7/MGT-7A)
  • Financial Statement Filing (AOC-4)
  • DIN KYC for all directors
  • Board Meeting Minutes & Resolutions
  • Statutory Register Maintenance
  • Auditor Appointment (ADT-1)
  • Incorporation not included
  • Stamp Duty (varies by state)

Incorporation Only

9,999
+ GST

Included

  • Company Name Approval
  • MOA & AOA Drafting
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • PAN & TAN of Company
  • Company Master Data on MCA
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  • Stamp Duty (varies by state)

Incorporation + DSC

11,999
+ GST

Included

  • Everything in Basic plan
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  • Company Stamp
  • Compliance Calendar Setup
  • Stamp Duty (varies by state)
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Incorporation + 1st Year ROC

19,999
+ GST

Included

  • Everything in Standard plan
  • Full First-Year ROC Compliance
  • Annual Return Filing (MGT-7/MGT-7A)
  • Financial Statement Filing (AOC-4)
  • DIN KYC for all directors
  • Board Meeting Minutes & Resolutions
  • Statutory Register Maintenance
  • INC-20A Filing
  • Auditor Appointment (ADT-1)
  • Dedicated Compliance Manager
  • Stamp Duty (varies by state)

💡 Stamp duty varies by state (e.g., ₹200 in Delhi, ₹1,000+ in Maharashtra). Our team will provide exact costs after you share your state.

Documents Required

  • Aadhaar Card of Proprietor
  • PAN Card of Proprietor
  • Bank Account in business name
  • Address proof of business (Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement)
  • Passport-size photograph

Ideal For

  • Freelancers
  • Small retailers
  • Consultants
  • Home-based businesses
  • Individual service providers

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Min. Directors/Partners

7-10 working days

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Common Questions

FAQs about Proprietorship

GST registration is mandatory only if your annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs for special category states). However, if you sell online or interstate, GST is required regardless of turnover.
Yes, you can convert your proprietorship into a Private Limited Company at any stage. The process involves incorporating a new company and transferring the business assets.
A sole proprietor is taxed as an individual under the Income Tax Act. The tax rate depends on the applicable income tax slab — the new regime offers rates from 0% to 30%.
No. In a proprietorship, there is no legal distinction between the owner and the business. The proprietor is personally liable for all business debts and obligations.
You can open a current account in your business name by providing your GST registration, Udyam registration, or Shop & Establishment certificate along with your PAN and Aadhaar.

What is Proprietorship Registration?

A Sole Proprietorship is the simplest and most common form of business ownership in India. It is owned and operated by a single individual with no legal distinction between the owner and the business. There is no specific legislation governing proprietorships — it is established through business registrations like GST, MSME (Udyam), and Shop & Establishment Act.

How to Register a Proprietorship?

  1. Obtain PAN Card — Personal PAN serves as the business PAN
  2. Open Current Account — In your business trade name
  3. GST Registration — If turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10L for special states)
  4. Udyam Registration (MSME) — Free registration for government benefits
  5. Shop & Establishment License — From local municipal authority

Advantages of Sole Proprietorship

  • Easiest to Start — No formal incorporation required
  • Complete Control — All decisions are yours alone
  • Minimal Compliance — Only ITR and GST returns (if applicable)
  • Low Cost — Cheapest business structure to set up
  • Direct Profits — No profit sharing with anyone

Limitations of Proprietorship

  • Unlimited Liability — Personal assets are at risk
  • No Perpetual Succession — Business ceases if owner dies/incapacitated
  • Difficult to Raise Funds — Banks and investors prefer registered entities
  • Limited Scalability — Hard to bring in partners or investors later

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