Register a One Person Company and Own It Fully
One person company registration for solo founders who want limited liability. SPICe+ filing, DIN, MOA, AOA, PAN, TAN and GST handled by professionals.
- Fixed, itemised price
- Partner CA / CS / advocate
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months
One Person Company (OPC) Registration at a glance
- Professional fee
- From ₹4,499 + government fees and GST
- Typical timeline
- An OPC is typically incorporated within 7 to 15 working days of complete documents, subject to name approval and MCA processing.
- Who handles it
- A qualified professional from the Vibence partner network
- Documents
- PAN card of the member and the nominee, Aadhaar, passport or voter ID of the member and the nominee, Recent bank statement or utility bill of the director and more
- Included free
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months and domains at cost
Last reviewed October 2026
A One Person Company lets a single founder enjoy the benefits of a company without needing a co-founder. It is a separate legal entity with limited liability, so your personal assets stay protected from business debts. You hold full ownership and control, and the structure carries more credibility with clients, vendors and banks than a sole proprietorship. It also gives you a clear path to convert into a private limited company later.
Vibence prepares and files your OPC incorporation through SPICe+ Part A and Part B, with the work done by qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network. We obtain your DIN, draft the MOA and AOA, record your nominee and secure the Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN. Every plan includes GST registration and current account opening support. Higher plans add post-incorporation filings and first-year compliance.
Who this is for
- Solo founders and consultants
- Freelancers who want limited liability
- Sole proprietors ready to formalise their business
- Indian citizens building a one-owner business
Full control
You are the only member and make every decision yourself.
Limited liability
Your personal assets are separate from the company's debts.
Corporate credibility
A registered company often finds it easier to win clients and open bank accounts.
Room to grow
An OPC can later convert into a private limited company when you add partners.
One Person Company (OPC) Registration packages
Fixed professional fees. Pick a plan or ask us to tailor one.
Basic
- OPC registration with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Drafting and filing by qualified professionals
- Certificate of Incorporation
- SPICe+ Part A and Part B
- Company PAN and TAN
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- DIN for 1 director
- ESI and PF registration
- GST registration
- Current account opening support
Smart
- Everything in Basic
- First board resolution
- Auditor consent and appointment
- INC-20A commencement of business filing
- Preparation of financial statements
- MCA annual return filing
- DIR-3 KYC for the director
Mega
- Everything in Smart
- GST return filing for 12 months
Plan prices exclude government fees, stamp duty and GST, which depend on your state and authorised capital and are shown to you before filing.
Documents you'll need
- PAN card of the member and the nominee
- Aadhaar, passport or voter ID of the member and the nominee
- Recent bank statement or utility bill of the director
- Passport-size photograph of the director
- Proof of registered office address
- No-objection letter from the property owner
- Signed nominee consent
An OPC is typically incorporated within 7 to 15 working days of complete documents, subject to name approval and MCA processing.
Plan prices exclude government fees, stamp duty and GST, which depend on your state and authorised capital and are shown to you before filing.
Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network, with certification wherever the law requires it.
The process
- Share your detailsTell us your proposed name, nominee, business activity and office address.
- Name and DSCWe check name availability and arrange your digital signature.
- DraftingProfessionals prepare the SPICe+ forms, MOA, AOA and nominee consent.
- FilingThe application is signed and filed with the Registrar of Companies.
- IncorporationYou receive the Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN after approval.
One Person Company (OPC) Registration: FAQs
Who can register a One Person Company?
An OPC can be formed by one member who must be a natural person and an Indian citizen. A company or LLP cannot be the member of an OPC. The member also names a nominee, who must likewise be a natural person and an Indian citizen. The nominee becomes the member if the original member dies or becomes incapable of contracting.
Why does an OPC need a nominee?
Because an OPC has only one member, the law requires a nominee to ensure the company can continue if that member dies or becomes incapable of contracting. The nominee gives written consent, which is filed with the incorporation application. You can change the nominee later by following the prescribed procedure and informing the Registrar of Companies.
Can a One Person Company have more than one director?
Yes. An OPC must have at least one director, and the sole member can also be the director. You can appoint more directors as the business grows, within the limits set by the Companies Act, 2013. Only the ownership is restricted to one member. Additional directors manage the business but do not become shareholders by being appointed.
Can I convert my OPC into a private limited company later?
Yes. An OPC can convert into a private limited company by passing the required resolution, increasing its members and directors to meet the private company minimums and filing the prescribed forms with the Registrar. This is the usual route when a solo founder brings in a co-founder or an investor. Vibence can manage the conversion when you are ready.
What annual compliance does an OPC have?
An OPC must keep books of accounts, have its accounts audited and file its financial statements and annual return with the MCA every year. The director completes DIR-3 KYC as required, and the company files an income tax return. GST returns apply once you are registered. An OPC has some relaxations on board meetings compared with other companies.
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