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CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL ADVISORY · ENTITY FORMATION
Public Limited Company
Build for Scale. Access Capital. Grow Beyond Borders.
OUR SERVICES FOR PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY
A coordinated path from incorporation to scale
Public Limited Company registration is the starting point. Our team can coordinate the connected legal, governance and regulatory workstreams.
Incorporation & MOA Filing
Coordinate incorporation documents and ROC filing.
Drafting of MOA & AOA
Prepare constitutional documents around your objects and governance.
PAN, TAN & Bank Account Assistance
Coordinate essential post-incorporation setup.
GST & Statutory Registrations
Map registrations to your business activity and location.
Shareholding & ESOP Advisory
Plan ownership and employee equity arrangements.
Corporate Compliance Support
Establish a practical approach to recurring obligations.
Board Meetings & Resolutions
Support board processes, records and resolutions.
Secretarial Compliance
Coordinate company law filings and governance records.
Listing Readiness (Pre-IPO Advisory)
Prepare governance and documentation workstreams for review.
Foreign Investment (FEMA/FDI) Advisory
Review investment structures and relevant reporting needs.
Ongoing Legal & Regulatory Advisory
Connect legal and regulatory questions to business decisions.
KEY BENEFITS
Why choose a Public Limited Company?
For businesses with the scale, governance capacity and ambitions to consider a broader ownership structure.
Public and institutional capital
A share-based structure can support broader capital raising, subject to applicable laws and offer requirements.
Credibility and market reputation
A formal governance framework can support confidence among counterparties, investors and stakeholders.
Stock exchange access
A public company may pursue listing if it meets the relevant exchange and regulatory requirements.
Broader ownership and liquidity
Shares can be transferable, subject to applicable law and securities regulations.
Large-scale expansion
A structure often considered by businesses planning significant growth and investment.
Continuity
The company has a separate legal identity and perpetual succession.
BUSINESS STRUCTURE & TAXATION SUPPORT
Built for a wider business horizon
A Public Limited Company provides a robust framework for larger businesses to organise capital, governance and access to domestic and international markets.
- Corporate taxation
Taxed separately as a company under applicable corporate tax rules.
- Deductions and incentives
Eligibility depends on the activity, facts and current tax provisions.
- Public funding rules
Public offers, IPOs and listings bring additional regulatory requirements.
- Institutional & foreign investment
A familiar corporate form for many institutional and overseas investors, subject to applicable rules.
Readiness for tomorrow.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Which structure is right for you?
A high-level comparison of common business structures. Suitability and tax treatment depend on individual circumstances and current law.
| Features | Public Limited Company | Private Limited Company | One Person Company (OPC) | Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | Partnership Firm | Sole Proprietorship Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum members | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Separate legal entity | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Limited liability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (unlimited) | No (unlimited) |
| Perpetual succession | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Ease of fundraising | Very high | High | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Compliance requirements | High (listed / unlisted) | Moderate to high | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Suitable for | Large businesses, IPO, public fundraising | Growing and scalable businesses | Single entrepreneur | Professional services and SMEs | Small and family businesses | Individual businesses |
| Taxation | Corporate tax rates | Corporate tax rates | Corporate tax rates | Pass-through taxation | Income taxed in hands of partners | Income taxed in hands of proprietor |
This comparison is for general information and is not a substitute for advice on your proposed structure.
INCORPORATION PROCESS
Simple, transparent and timely
A clear sequence of decisions and filings, coordinated around complete information and authority processing.
- 01
Consultation & structure planning
Align the proposed structure with ownership, business activity and capital plans.
- 02
Name reservation
Usually 1–2 working days, subject to name availability and government processing.
- 03
Document preparation
Prepare incorporation details and constitutional documents for review.
- 04
Filing with ROC
Filing may take around 6–7 working days, subject to complete documents and authority processing.
- 05
Certificate of incorporation
Receive the incorporation certificate after approval.
- 06
PAN, TAN & registrations
Coordinate tax identifiers, banking assistance and applicable registrations.
- 07
Post-incorporation compliance
Set up records, governance routines and relevant ongoing filings.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Key documents for incorporation
We will confirm the documents needed for your circumstances and the current filing process.
- Proposed company name(s)
- PAN, Aadhaar and address proof of directors
- Passport-size photographs of directors
- Address proof of registered office
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Director Identification Number (DIN)
- MOA & AOA (drafted and filed)
- Occupancy proof, rent agreement or NOC (if applicable)
- Consent and declarations under the Companies Act, 2013
Prepared with care.Filed with clarity.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Members, directors & capital
A concise view of the core incorporation requirements for a public company in India.
Minimum members
7 members for incorporation
Minimum directors
3 directors; at least 1 resident in India
Minimum share capital
No prescribed minimum; plan capital to suit the business
Paid-up capital
As per business requirements
Registered office
An address in India with valid supporting proof
OUR PROFESSIONAL FEES
Transparent and value-driven
Choose a starting scope. Final fees and government charges depend on the specific requirements and confirmed scope.
Basic Package
₹19,999/-- Name reservation
- Incorporation with ROC
- MOA & AOA drafting and filing
- PAN, TAN and basic compliance support
Comprehensive Package
₹29,999/-- All Basic Package services
- GST registration
- Bank account assistance
- Initial compliance guidance
- Post-incorporation advisory (1 month)
Customised Quote
For sector-specific licensing, IPO readiness, foreign investment, listing compliance or a complex structure.
Get a QuoteProfessional fees shown above are indicative. Applicable taxes, statutory fees and third-party costs may be additional.
KEY FEATURES
A public company, considered carefully
Core characteristics to weigh alongside your funding and governance plans.
Public capital
Market credibility
Transferable shares
Separate legal identity
Perpetual succession
Scale & IPO potential
Brand value
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Browse all FAQs A few useful answers
Get familiar with the main considerations before beginning a public company incorporation.
What is a Public Limited Company?
A Public Limited Company is a company that can offer its shares to the public and may suit larger businesses seeking public funding or stock exchange access, subject to applicable requirements.
What is the minimum number of members?
At least 7 members are required to incorporate a public company.
Is listing on a stock exchange mandatory?
No. A public company may remain unlisted or pursue listing based on its plans and eligibility.
What is the minimum capital required?
There is no prescribed minimum paid-up capital for incorporation. Capital should be considered in light of the business plan and applicable requirements.
TESTIMONIALS
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Astronis Global brought clarity and commercial focus to a complex restructuring exercise. Their advice was practical, timely and easy for our leadership team to act on.
The team understood our regulatory requirements quickly and helped us move forward with confidence. We valued their responsiveness and disciplined follow-through.
Astronis Global provided dependable support across multiple registrations and approvals. Their communication was clear, structured and consistently professional.
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