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Company setup
How to register a One Person Company (OPC)
A company with a single owner: who qualifies, the nominee rule and when you can convert.
Who it suits
Solo founders who want limited liability and a company structure without a second shareholder.
Basic requirements
- One individual who is an Indian citizen and resident in India
- A nominee who is also an Indian citizen and resident, with written consent
- A person can form only one OPC
Documents
- PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and photograph of the owner and nominee
- Nominee consent (Form INC-3)
- Office utility bill and rent agreement or no-objection letter
Converting later
Since 2021 an OPC can convert to a Private Limited Company at any time by adding members and directors.
The process
- 1Digital signature for the owner-director
- 2Name approval through SPICe+ Part A
- 3SPICe+ Part B with MOA, AOA and nominee consent
- 4Certificate of incorporation
Common questions
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