An OPC lets a single founder run a company without finding a second shareholder. The structure carries limited liability and a separate legal identity, with relaxed compliance compared to a private limited company. The founder nominates a person who takes over the shares in the event of death or incapacity — that nomination is part of the incorporation itself.
Who needs this
- Solo founders who want limited liability without a partner
- Consultants and freelancers moving from proprietorship to a corporate structure
- Businesses that expect to convert to a private limited company as they grow
Documents required
This is the usual list. Depending on your state and your specific facts, an authority may ask for more — we tell you at the scope stage rather than midway through.
- PAN and Aadhaar of the sole member and of the nominee
- Consent of the nominee in Form INC-3
- Address proof of the member, not older than two months
- Registered office proof and a no-objection certificate from the owner
- Passport-size photographs
How we handle it
1. Eligibility check
Only a natural person who is an Indian citizen may form an OPC, and one person may form only one. We confirm eligibility before spending anything.
2. Name reservation and DSC
The name is checked and reserved; a digital signature certificate is issued for the member.
3. Incorporation
SPICe+ is filed along with the nominee's consent, the memorandum and the articles.
4. Post-incorporation setup
Auditor appointment, commencement declaration and the first-year compliance calendar are set up.
Fees and timeline
An OPC must convert into a private or public limited company once paid-up capital crosses fifty lakh rupees or average annual turnover crosses two crore rupees. We track this so the conversion is voluntary rather than forced.
We quote after a short conversation rather than publishing a single number, because the honest answer depends on your state, your turnover and your category. Call +91 98999 00300 or send the details through the enquiry form.
Common questions
Can an OPC have more than one director?
Yes. The single-person limit applies to shareholding, not to directorship. An OPC may appoint up to fifteen directors.
Who can be a nominee?
Any Indian citizen resident in India who is not already a nominee or member of another OPC. The nominee's written consent is mandatory.
Is an OPC required to hold annual general meetings?
No. That exemption is one of the main practical advantages of the structure.
This page is general information, not advice on your facts. Rules, rates and due dates change. Government fees are payable to the concerned authority and are separate from our professional fees.