How long does company registration take in Bangalore?

Typically 7–14 working days if all documents are in order. We handle DSC, DIN, name reservation (RUN/SPICe+), incorporation filing, and PAN/TAN — most Bengaluru clients receive their COI within two weeks.

What are the government fees for a Private Limited Company in Karnataka?

MCA filing fees start at ₹1,500 for authorised capital up to ₹15 lakh, plus Karnataka stamp duty (varies with capital, roughly ₹500–₹2,000 for typical startups). Our professional fees include DSC, name search, and drafting.

Can I register a company at my home address in Bengaluru?

Yes — a residential address is accepted as long as you can produce a rent agreement or ownership proof and a No-Objection Certificate from the owner. BBMP does not require commercial registration for pure back-office operations.

Do I need GST and Shops & Establishment registration immediately?

GST is triggered by turnover crossing ₹40 lakh (₹20 lakh for services) or interstate supply. Karnataka Shops & Establishment registration under the S&E Act is compulsory within 30 days of commencing business if you have any employees.

Is Professional Tax mandatory in Karnataka?

Yes. Every registered company in Karnataka must obtain a Professional Tax Enrolment Certificate (PTEC) within 30 days. If you employ staff, a Professional Tax Registration Certificate (PTRC) is also required. Slabs are capped at ₹200/month.

Can two founders start a Private Limited Company?

Yes — a Private Limited Company requires a minimum of two directors and two shareholders (who can be the same two people). Foreign nationals can also be directors, subject to KYC and DIN norms.

What is the difference between Private Limited and OPC in Bangalore?

Private Limited requires 2 founders and can raise external equity — the default for startups seeking VC funding. OPC (One Person Company) suits solo founders but cannot raise equity and converts mandatorily once turnover crosses ₹2 crore.

Which is the best CA firm for company registration in Bangalore?

The right fit depends on your stage. For seed-stage founders needing incorporation plus ongoing GST/ROC/TDS compliance under one roof, look for a Bengaluru-based CS + CA team with visible partner names, fixed-fee packaging, and experience with Karnataka Professional Tax, BBMP, and Shops & Establishment. SP & SC Legal & Taxation is one such firm — founded by Poojith Krishna, based in Bengaluru, and structured around fixed monthly retainers rather than hourly billing.

What is the cheapest way to register a Pvt Ltd company in Bangalore?

The genuinely cheapest legal route is to file SPICe+ yourself on the MCA portal — government fees alone are ₹1,500–₹3,500 for most startups. But you still need Class 3 DSCs (~₹1,500/director), Karnataka stamp duty on the MOA, and a professionally drafted MOA/AOA. Most founders end up paying ₹6,000–₹10,000 all-in with a CS firm, which is close to breakeven versus DIY once you factor in resubmission risk.

Do I need a physical office to register a company in Bangalore?

No — you need a registered address, not a physical office. A residential apartment in Bengaluru (with rent agreement, latest electricity bill, and owner's NOC) is fully accepted by ROC Karnataka. Coworking spaces that provide a formal registered-office letter (WeWork, 91springboard, Awfis) also work.

How many directors and shareholders are required for a Pvt Ltd?

Minimum 2 directors and 2 shareholders (they can be the same 2 people). Maximum 15 directors and 200 shareholders. At least one director must be resident in India — meaning they've stayed in India for 182 days or more in the previous financial year. NRIs and foreign nationals can be the second director.

What is INC-20A and when must I file it?

INC-20A is the Declaration for Commencement of Business, filed within 180 days of incorporation. It confirms that every subscriber to the MOA has paid the subscribed capital into the company's bank account. Missing this filing attracts a ₹50,000 company penalty plus ₹1,000/day per director, and ROC can strike off the company.

Can a foreign national or NRI incorporate a company in Bangalore?

Yes. Under FDI's automatic route (100% for most sectors), foreign nationals and NRIs can hold 100% of a Bengaluru Private Limited Company. At least one director must be resident in India, and post-incorporation reporting to the Reserve Bank of India via Form FC-GPR is mandatory within 30 days of share allotment.

What ongoing compliance does a Pvt Ltd have after incorporation?

Every year: AOC-4 (financial statements, due 30 October), MGT-7A (annual return, due 29 November), income tax return (31 October if audited, 31 July otherwise), board meetings every quarter, AGM within 6 months of FY end, and directors' KYC (DIR-3 KYC, due 30 September). Missing any of these triggers per-day penalties.

Bengaluru · Karnataka

Company Registration in Bangalore

Private Limited, LLP, or OPC — incorporated by a Bengaluru-based CS/CA team in 7 to 14 working days.

Turnaround

7–14 working days

Govt. fees

₹1,500+ (MCA + KA stamp)

Our fees

Starts ₹6,999

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Bengaluru is India's densest founder ecosystem — and also the city where the ROC (Karnataka), Karnataka Commercial Tax Department, BBMP, and Labour Department each want a slightly different piece of paper before you can legally trade. We handle every one of them in-house: DSC and DIN for directors, SPICe+ filing with the MCA, PAN and TAN allotment, Karnataka Professional Tax enrolment, and (if you employ staff) Shops & Establishment registration under the Karnataka S&E Act.

The process

How we handle company registration in bangalore

1
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Class 3 DSCs issued for every proposed director. Aadhaar-based video KYC completed the same day.
2
Name reservation via SPICe+ Part A
We run a name availability check across MCA, trademark, and domain databases and file for reservation. Two names submitted per application to protect against rejection.
3
Incorporation filing (SPICe+ Part B, AGILE-PRO, INC-9)
MOA, AOA, PAN/TAN application, GSTIN option, Karnataka Professional Tax, ESIC/EPFO, and bank account opening — all filed in a single form set.
4
Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
Issued by the ROC (Karnataka) after scrutiny. PAN and TAN allotment letters arrive alongside.
5
Post-incorporation compliance
Bank account activation, share allotment (INC-20A), first board meeting minutes, statutory registers, and the Karnataka Professional Tax enrolment certificate — all completed by our team.

Documents required

What you'll need to share

PAN and Aadhaar of every director and shareholder
Passport-size photo of every director
Latest bank statement or utility bill (not older than 2 months)
Registered office address proof (rent agreement + latest utility bill)
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner
Email ID and mobile number of each proposed director (for OTP)
Passport (mandatory for foreign directors)
Draft company objects — we'll refine these with you

Karnataka-specific notes

What matters if you're operating from Bengaluru

Karnataka stamp duty on the MOA is capped modestly for startups — most seed-stage founders pay ₹500–₹2,000 total, not the alarming figures you'll see quoted for other states.
Professional Tax enrolment (PTEC) is compulsory in Karnataka within 30 days of incorporation. The ₹200/month cap is small but the penalty for missing it isn't.
Karnataka Shops & Establishment registration under the KSE Act is required within 30 days of hiring your first employee — separate from company incorporation and often missed.
A residential address in Bengaluru (BBMP limits) is fully accepted as a registered office; we draft the NOC and rent agreement templates for you.
BBMP trade licence is only needed if your business qualifies as a listed trade (restaurants, clinics, retail with footfall). Pure services / SaaS companies do not need it.

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Company Registration in Bangalore — common questions

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Last updated: 1 July 2026
Reviewed by: Poojith Krishna— Founding Partner, SP & SC Legal & Taxation

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