Open a Limited Liability Company in India

The limited liability company (LLC) that can be registered across the world can be registered as a limited liability partnership (LLP) or as a private limited company in India. Our team of specialists in company formation in India can assist with the registration of both.

Quick Facts
Applicable legislation	2013 Company Act and 2008 Limited Liability Partnership Act.
Minimum number of shareholders	2 shareholders is the minimum number required to set up a limited liability company in India.
Minimum number of directors	Such a business form also needs at least 2 directors.
Resident director required (YES/NO)	Yes, at least one of the directors must be an Indian resident.
Resident shareholder required (YES/NO)	No, a private limited company can be 100% foreign-owned in sectors under the automatic route; only one director must be resident in India.
Local legal address required (YES/NO)	Yes.
Minimum share capital	Minimum share capital requirements are no longer in place.
Local bank account required (YES/NO)	Yes, an Indian bank account is required to set up an LLC in India.
Best used for	– trading, – holding activities, – subsidiary setup
Liability of the shareholders	The liability of the shareholders is limited to their contributions to the capital of the company.
Visit required for incorporation (YES/NO)	No, the procedure can be completed through a registered agent, such as our specialists.
Taxes to be paid	– corporate tax, – GST, – withholding taxes.
Corporate tax rate	The corporate tax is levied at different rates that are 22% under the optional concessional regime (with a flat 10% surcharge) or 25%/30% under the normal regime, to which a 7% surcharge (12% above INR 100 million) applies for income of more than INR 10 million (approx. USD 119,500).
Registration time frame (approx.)	3 weeks.
Incorporation support (YES/NO)	Yes, you can rely on us for LLC formation in India.

What are the steps to open a private limited liability company in India?

Here is an overview of the steps:

trading name reservation;
obtaining the Digital Signature Certificates and Director Identification Numbers (DIN) for the directors;
documents drafting and filing;
bank account opening for the deposit of the share capital;
tax registration, which imply obtaining the PAN (Permanent Account Number) and TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number);
business licensing.

What are the required documents for registering an Indian LLP in 2026?

In order to open a company in India registered as an LLP, the company’s representatives will need to deposit a set of documents:

the certificate stating the company’s name;
the company’s founding papers;
the power of attorney.

We also have an infographic on this type of company below:

Can I register an LLP in India as a foreigner?

Yes, the applicable legislation stipulates that foreign businessmen are allowed to register a foreign LLP in this country. This is done by filling Form 27 – Registration of Particulars by Foreign Limited Liability Partnership.

What are the particularities of a private limited company in India?

This business form must have at least 2 shareholders and 2 directors. It is also possible for the shareholders to act as directors in an Indian private limited liability company. Also, this business form cannot have more than 200 shareholders.

The company cannot have more than 15 directors.

What are the documents to open a private company in India?

The application for opening this type of company must contain, besides the company’s statutory documents, the following:

the company’s registered address	proof on this matter can be done through utility bills
the rental agreement for the company’s office	this is necessary as long as the company operates in a rented location
the director’s consent	a document through which the person who is appointed as a company director provides his or her consent to act in this function (by completing the Form DIR-2)
certified copies	necessary to attest the identity of the company’s founders

What is the minimum share capital for a private limited liability company in India?

The law does not impose a minimum share capital, enabling the owners to determine the amount they need to start the business.

What are the PAN and TAN numbers for a limited liability company in India?

The PAN number is the corporate number of the company, and it is used for income tax and financial statement filings, while the TAN number is associated with the tracking of the taxed that are collected or deducted by the entity.

Are there any specific requirements applicable to foreign investors setting up such an entity in India?

No, the shareholders can all be foreign (100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors under the automatic route). However, at least one director must be resident in India (at least 182 days in the financial year). However, as mentioned above, a shareholder can also be a director in the company.

IMPORTANT! All foreign-issued papers must first be translated and authenticated before submission to the Indian authorities. This procedure can be completed with the Indian Embassy in the foreign investor’s country.

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What are the most suitable activities for an LLP in India?

The Indian private limited liability company can be used for various operations, including trading and e-commerce. Additionally, it can be used to launch a subsidiary in India.

What are the tax obligations of an Indian LLP?

The following taxes are applicable to this structure:

the income tax to which an Indian LLP is liable to is of 30%;
there is a surcharge on the income tax applicable at the rate of 12% if the company’s income is above INR 10 million;
in India, there is also a health and education cess, imposed at a rate of 4%;
the LLP can also be charged with the alternate minimum tax (AMT), applicable at a rate of 18.5% on the adjusted total income of the company;
the LLPs in India that are required to perform an audit must pay their taxes using the online platform of the Income Tax Department, as required by the tax audit provisions of the Income-tax Act, 2025 (formerly Section 44AB of the Income-tax Act, 1961).

How long does it take to incorporate a private company in India in 2026?

The procedure can take about 2 weeks to complete, document preparation included.

Is it possible to register a private limited liability company in India remotely?

Yes, it is. We also specialize in offering such services based on a power of attorney.

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Theregistration procedure is comprised of other compulsory steps and it is advisable to contact our team of consultants in company registration in India for more information on this matter.