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One Person Company (OPC) Registration Online
One Person Company registration lets you run your business as a company on your own – limited liability, a separate legal identity and the credibility of a company, set up fully online.
- 7–12 working days
- Limited liability for one founder
- Separate legal entity
- Easy conversion to Pvt Ltd later
What is a One Person Company?
A One Person Company (OPC) is a company with a single member, introduced by the Companies Act, 2013. It combines the control of a sole proprietorship with the limited liability and separate legal identity of a company. Your personal assets stay protected from business debts, and the business can enter contracts, own property and open bank accounts in its own name.
Who can form an OPC?
- Only a natural person who is an Indian citizen (resident or non-resident) can be the member of an OPC.
- The member must appoint a nominee, who will become the member if the original member dies or becomes incapacitated.
- A person can be a member of only one OPC at a time.
- An OPC cannot carry out non-banking financial activities or be formed as a non-profit (Section 8) company.
Benefits of an OPC
- Limited liability: your personal assets are not at risk for business debts.
- Full control: no partners or co-founders needed to take decisions.
- Credibility: banks, clients and vendors prefer dealing with a registered company.
- Easier compliance than a Pvt Ltd: no requirement to hold an annual general meeting.
- Room to grow: an OPC can be converted into a Private Limited Company when you bring in partners or investors.
OPC vs sole proprietorship
| Feature | One Person Company | Sole Proprietorship |
|---|---|---|
| Liability | Limited to capital invested | Unlimited – personal assets at risk |
| Legal identity | Separate from owner | Same as owner |
| Raising funds | Possible after conversion | Very limited |
| Compliance | Annual MCA filings and audit | Minimal |
If you are not sure whether an OPC or a Private Limited Company suits you better, our experts will help you decide before you file.
Documents required for One Person Company (OPC)
After you purchase, log in to My Account → My Services and upload each document below. Scanned copies or clear phone photos (PDF, JPG or PNG) are fine. Your files are stored privately and seen only by your assigned expert.
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PAN card of the director/member The sole member must be an Indian citizen Required
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Aadhaar card of the director/member Front and back Required
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Passport-size photograph of the director Recent photo with a plain background Required
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Address proof of the director Bank statement, electricity, mobile or telephone bill not older than 2 months Required
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PAN and Aadhaar of the nominee The nominee takes over if the member is unable to continue Required
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Registered office address proof Electricity, water or gas bill not older than 2 months Required
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Rent agreement or NOC from the property owner Needed if the office is rented or owned by someone else Required
One Person Company (OPC) process with Nevo Legal
Eligibility check & name search
We confirm OPC eligibility and search for an available company name.
DSC for the director
A Digital Signature Certificate is issued for signing the online forms.
Name approval
We file the name application (SPICe+ Part A) with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Drafting & filing
MOA, AOA and nominee consent (INC-3) are drafted and filed through SPICe+ Part B.
Certificate of Incorporation
Once approved, you receive the incorporation certificate with CIN, PAN and TAN.
What you get
- Certificate of Incorporation with CIN
- MOA and AOA of the company
- Company PAN and TAN
- Digital Signature Certificate of the director
One Person Company (OPC) – frequently asked questions
Can an NRI form a One Person Company?
Yes. Since 2021, any Indian citizen – whether resident in India or not – can incorporate an OPC.
Is there a minimum capital requirement for an OPC?
No. There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement. You can start with any amount suitable for your business.
Who can be the nominee of an OPC?
The nominee must be an Indian citizen and a natural person. The nominee’s written consent is filed with the incorporation application.
Can an OPC be converted into a Private Limited Company?
Yes. An OPC can voluntarily convert into a Private or Public Limited Company at any time by increasing its members and directors and filing the required forms.
Does an OPC need an audit?
Yes. Like all companies, an OPC must get its accounts audited by a chartered accountant and file annual returns with the Registrar of Companies.
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