Business Setup — India
From company incorporation and NRI business setup to expansion advisory — we help you establish and grow your business in India.
Company Incorporation
Register your company in India with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and establish a legal entity for business operations.
Eligibility
- Minimum 2 directors (at least 1 Indian resident director)
- Minimum 2 shareholders for Private Limited Company
- Registered office address in India
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for directors
- Director Identification Number (DIN) for all directors
Process
- 1Obtain Digital Signature Certificates (DSC)
- 2Apply for Director Identification Numbers (DIN)
- 3Reserve company name via RUN (Reserve Unique Name)
- 4Draft Memorandum and Articles of Association
- 5File SPICe+ form with MCA for incorporation
- 6Obtain Certificate of Incorporation, PAN, and TAN
- 7Open bank account and commence operations
Documents Required
- Identity proof of directors (passport, Aadhaar)
- Address proof of directors
- Registered office address proof (utility bill, rent agreement)
- Passport-size photographs of directors
- NOC from property owner for registered office
- Board resolution (for corporate directors/shareholders)
Timeline
7-15 business days for incorporation
*Timelines may vary based on regulatory approvals
NRI Business Setup
Specialised services for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) looking to start or invest in businesses in India, with RBI and FEMA compliance.
Eligibility
- NRI or Person of Indian Origin (PIO/OCI holder)
- Valid passport and overseas address proof
- Compliance with FEMA and RBI regulations
- NRE/NRO bank account for business transactions
Process
- 1Consultation on investment route (automatic vs approval)
- 2Select business structure (Pvt Ltd, LLP, subsidiary)
- 3Reserve company name and file incorporation
- 4Open NRE/NRO business bank account
- 5RBI compliance filings (FC-GPR, FLA)
- 6Obtain necessary licences and registrations
- 7Tax advisory (DTAA benefits, repatriation planning)
Documents Required
- Valid passport and OCI/PIO card
- Overseas address proof
- NRE/NRO bank account details
- Investment source declaration
- Board resolution (if investing through foreign entity)
- FEMA compliance declarations
- Power of Attorney (if appointing local representative)
Timeline
2-4 weeks including RBI compliance
*Timelines may vary based on regulatory approvals
Expansion Advisory
Strategic advisory for international businesses looking to expand operations into India or Indian businesses expanding to new markets.
Eligibility
- Established businesses seeking India market entry
- Indian businesses looking at international expansion
- Startups with growth plans for Indian market
Process
- 1Market assessment and feasibility study
- 2Identify optimal business structure and location
- 3Regulatory and compliance framework review
- 4Setup or restructure business entity
- 5Talent acquisition and operational setup guidance
- 6Ongoing compliance and growth advisory
Documents Required
- Existing business documentation and financials
- Business plan for India operations
- Market research and competitive analysis
- Details of proposed investment
- Management team profiles
Timeline
4-12 weeks depending on scope
*Timelines may vary based on regulatory approvals