Checklist

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Details of Proposed Company

  • Company Name and Type (Private Limited, Public Limited, etc.)
  • Registered Office Address
  • Objectives and Main Business Activities
  • Authorized and Paid-up Capital
  • Details of the Company Secretary (if applicable)
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Details of Directors

  • Full Name, Address, and Contact Information of Directors
  • Director Identification Number (DIN)
  • Nationality and Passport/ID Details
  • Educational and Professional Background
  • Past Directorship Details (if any)
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Details of Shareholders

  • Full Name, Address, and Contact Information of Shareholders
  • Permanent Account Number (PAN) and Aadhar Number
  • Shareholding Structure and Number of Shares Held
  • Nationality and Passport/ID Details
  • Proof of Identity and Address
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Company Name Approval

  • Apply for Company Name Reservation with the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
  • Provide multiple name options in order of preference
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Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA)

  • Draft and file the MOA and AOA with ROC
  • Specify the company’s objectives, capital structure, and internal regulations
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Registered Office Address

  • Provide proof of the registered office address, such as utility bills or lease agreements
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Digital Signatures for Directors

  • Get Digital Signatures for all Directors for online filing
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Director Identification Number (DIN)

  • Obtain DIN for all Directors
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Permanent Account Number (PAN) and Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN)

  • Apply for PAN and TAN for the company
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Share Certificate Preparation

  • Issue share certificates to shareholders
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Statutory Filings and Registrations

  • Obtain necessary licenses and permits
  • Register for Goods and Services Tax (GST) if applicable
  • Register for Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employee State Insurance (ESI) if applicable
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Annual Filings and Compliance

  • Comply with annual filing requirements, such as annual returns, financial statements, and other statutory reports
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Bank Account Opening

  • Open a bank account in the company’s name
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Initial Capital Infusion

  • Deposit the initial capital in the company’s bank account
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Compliance with Income Tax and Regulatory Authorities

  • Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, and other relevant tax regulations
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Board Meetings and Minutes

  • Hold regular board meetings and maintain minutes of these meetings
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Appointment of Auditor

  • Appoint a statutory auditor and file necessary documents with ROC
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Issue Share Certificates

  • Issue share certificates to shareholders within the prescribed time frame
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Annual General Meeting (AGM)

  • Hold an AGM and file annual returns with ROC
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Other Compliance Requirements

  • Stay updated with changing regulations and compliance requirements
Please note that this checklist is a general guide and the specific requirements may vary based on the type and location of your company. Contact senthilca for accurate and up-to-date information on company formation in India.