Register a Public Limited Company Built for Scale
Public limited company registration in India via SPICe+. DINs for 3 directors, MOA, AOA, PAN and TAN, with drafting and filing by qualified professionals.
- Fixed, itemised price
- Partner CA / CS / advocate
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months
Public Limited Company Registration at a glance
- Professional fee
- From ₹14,999 + government fees and GST
- Typical timeline
- Incorporation typically takes 10 to 20 working days after documents are complete, depending on name approval and MCA processing.
- Who handles it
- A qualified professional from the Vibence partner network
- Documents
- PAN card of every director and subscriber, Aadhaar, passport or voter ID as identity and address proof, Recent bank statement or utility bill of each director and more
- Included free
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months and domains at cost
Last reviewed October 2026
A public limited company suits businesses that expect to grow large, raise capital from a wide base of investors or one day list on a stock exchange. It can have an unlimited number of shareholders and its shares are freely transferable. In return, it faces stricter governance and disclosure rules than a private company. The structure signals scale and accountability to banks, institutions and partners.
Vibence handles the full incorporation through SPICe+ Part A and Part B, with drafting and filing done by qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network. We obtain DINs for three directors, prepare the MOA and AOA, and secure the Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN. Higher plans add GST registration, auditor appointment, a trademark application and first-year compliance filings.
Who this is for
- Businesses planning a future stock exchange listing
- Companies raising capital from many investors
- Large ventures needing freely transferable shares
- Infrastructure, finance and other capital-heavy sectors
Wider capital access
A public company can raise funds from a broad base of shareholders.
Transferable shares
Shares can generally be transferred without the restrictions a private company applies.
Limited liability
Shareholders risk only the amount invested in their shares.
Greater credibility
Stricter governance rules build trust with lenders and institutions.
Public Limited Company Registration packages
Fixed professional fees. Pick a plan or ask us to tailor one.
Basic
- Company registration with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Drafting and filing by qualified professionals
- SPICe+ Part A and Part B
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Company PAN and TAN
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- DIN for 3 directors
- Current account opening support
Smart
- Company registration with drafting and filing by qualified professionals
- SPICe+ Part A and Part B
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Company PAN and TAN
- MOA and AOA
- DIN for 3 directors
- GST registration
- First board resolution
- Consent letters
- Auditor appointment with Form ADT-1
Mega
- Company registration with drafting and filing by qualified professionals
- SPICe+ Part A and Part B
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Company PAN and TAN
- DIN for 3 directors
- Current account opening support
- MOA and AOA
- One trademark application
- Auditor appointment
- Preparation of financial statements
- MCA annual return filing
- DIR-3 KYC for directors
- Income tax return filing
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 every director and subscriber
- Aadhaar, passport or voter ID as identity and address proof
- Recent bank statement or utility bill of each director
- Passport-size photographs of directors
- Proof of registered office address
- No-objection letter from the property owner
- Details of the seven or more subscribers and their shareholding
Incorporation typically takes 10 to 20 working days after documents are complete, depending on 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 the proposed names, directors, subscribers and office address.
- Name and DSCWe check name availability and arrange digital signatures.
- DraftingProfessionals draft the MOA, AOA and SPICe+ forms for your review.
- FilingThe forms are signed and filed with the Registrar of Companies.
- IncorporationYou receive the Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN after approval.
Public Limited Company Registration: FAQs
How many directors and members does a public limited company need?
A public limited company needs at least three directors and at least seven members. There is no upper limit on the number of members. At least one director must be resident in India. Depending on its size, a public company may also need independent directors, a woman director and a company secretary, so the board can grow as the business grows.
How is a public limited company different from a private limited company?
A public company needs more directors and members, can invite the public to subscribe to its shares and does not restrict share transfers in the way a private company must. It also faces stricter rules on board composition, related-party dealings, disclosures and approvals. A private company is simpler to run, so most startups begin as private and convert later.
Is a public limited company automatically listed on a stock exchange?
No. Registering as a public limited company does not list its shares. Listing is a separate process involving a stock exchange and SEBI regulations, with its own eligibility, disclosure and governance requirements. Many public companies remain unlisted. Being a public company simply means the structure allows a wider shareholder base.
Does a public company need to file a commencement of business declaration?
Yes. A public company with share capital must file Form INC-20A within 180 days of incorporation, confirming that subscribers have paid for the shares they agreed to take. The company should not start business or borrow until this declaration is filed. Delays can result in penalties on the company and its officers.
What ongoing compliance applies to a public limited company?
A public company must hold board meetings and an annual general meeting, keep statutory registers, get its accounts audited and file financial statements and annual returns with the MCA. It must follow stricter rules on related-party transactions, loans and certain board approvals. Income tax returns, GST returns and director KYC also apply.
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