Public Limited Company Registration
Incorporate a public company with 3+ directors and 7+ shareholders
- 1StructureShareholding, directors and capital decided.
- 2IncorporateSPICe+ filed and certificate of incorporation issued.
- 3CommenceCapital received, INC-20A filed, registers set up.
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About Public Limited Company Registration
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
A public limited company needs at least three directors and seven shareholders, with no minimum paid-up capital. It is incorporated online through SPICe+ (INC-32) with e-MoA and e-AoA, and must file INC-20A within 180 days before starting business. Unlike a private company it can offer shares to the public and transfer them freely, but it carries stricter rules on directors, related-party transactions and, above set thresholds, independent directors and a company secretary.
Most businesses that choose a public company do so because they need many shareholders (a private company is capped at 200 members), plan to list on a stock exchange, or operate in a sector where regulators or tenders expect a public company. An unlisted public company is still a big step up in governance from a private company.
We incorporate the company and then set up what a public company must run from day one: board processes, statutory registers, related-party approval under Section 188, and the thresholds at which independent directors, an audit committee and a whole-time company secretary become mandatory.
| Minimum directors / members | 3 directors, 7 members |
|---|---|
| Minimum capital | None prescribed |
| Incorporation forms | SPICe+ (INC-32), e-MoA (INC-33), e-AoA (INC-34), AGILE-PRO-S |
| MCA fee | Nil for authorised capital up to ₹15 lakh; stamp duty by state |
| Commencement | INC-20A within 180 days of incorporation |
| Name | Must end with 'Limited' |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Businesses expecting more than 200 shareholders
- Companies preparing for an IPO or SME exchange listing
- Enterprises bidding for tenders that require a public company
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Name check and reservation
- DSC and DIN for directors
- SPICe+ filing with MoA and AoA drafted for your objects
- PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC and GSTIN through AGILE-PRO-S
- INC-20A and first-year compliance calendar
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Shareholding, directors and capital decided.
SPICe+ filed and certificate of incorporation issued.
Capital received, INC-20A filed, registers set up.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
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Answers to the most common questions we get.
This page also covers
- Unlisted public company
- Public companies not listed on any exchange.
- Public company with share capital
- Standard incorporation with equity shares.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
