Company registration – also called incorporation – is the process of legally forming a limited company with Companies House, the India's registrar of companies. Once registered, your business becomes its own legal entity, separate from you personally, with its own name, registration number, and Certificate of Incorporation.
It's an alternative to trading as a sole trader or ordinary partnership, and it's the right choice for many businesses because a limited company gives you limited liability, a more credible image with clients and suppliers, and more flexibility over how you're taxed and how ownership is structured.
We handle the filing with Companies House on your behalf, check everything is correct before it's submitted, and make sure you understand what happens next once your company exists.
Incorporating isn't right for every business, but for most growing businesses the benefits outweigh the extra admin. Here's what a limited company gives you that sole trader status doesn't.
Your personal assets are generally protected if the company runs into financial difficulty – your liability is limited to what you've invested in shares.
Many clients, suppliers and lenders simply prefer to deal with a limited company over a sole trader.
Directors can often structure income between salary and dividends in a way that suits their circumstances – speak to an accountant about what's right for you.
Banks, investors and grant schemes are often set up with limited companies in mind.
Shares can be issued, sold or passed on, making it easier to bring in investors or plan succession.
Company registration usually means a private limited company, but it's worth knowing how the options compare.
A separate legal entity with its own directors and shareholders. Offers limited liability and is registered with Companies House. The right choice for most growing businesses.
You and the business are legally the same. Simple to set up and run, but you're personally liable for business debts, with no separation from your personal finances.
Two or more people share the risks, costs and responsibilities of a business. Like sole traders, partners are personally liable for the partnership's debts.
A Limited Liability Partnership combines partnership flexibility with limited liability for its members. Common for professional services firms.
Registering your company is quick once we have these details – most clients can get everything to us in one sitting.
Plus one or two backup options, in case your first choice is already registered or too similar to an existing name.
A India address that appears on the public register. We can provide a registered office address for you if you'd rather not use your home or trading address.
Full legal name, date of birth, nationality, occupation, residential address, and a service address for each director (your residential address is kept off the public register).
Under recent Companies House rules, directors and people with significant control need to verify their identity as part of incorporation.
Who owns the company and in what proportions, plus the nominal value of each share.
Anyone who owns more than 25% of shares or voting rights, or who otherwise exercises significant influence, needs to be recorded on your PSC register.
A short description of what your company does, which we'll match to the correct Standard Industrial Classification code.
So we can reach you quickly if Companies House queries anything during processing.
With everything to hand, most companies are incorporated within 24 hours of us filing your application.
Share your proposed company name, business activity, and preferred structure with us.
We'll guide you through exactly what's needed for each director, shareholder and PSC.
We check everything, prepare your incorporation documents, and submit your application.
Your Certificate of Incorporation arrives, along with guidance on what to do next.
Processing times depend on Companies House's own workload and on identity verification checks, so treat 24 hours as typical rather than guaranteed.
Getting your certificate is just the start – here's what most new companies need to sort out next.
You must tell HMRC you've started trading within 3 months, so Corporation Tax can be set up correctly.
Registration is compulsory once your taxable turnover passes £90,000 in any rolling 12 months, though you can register voluntarily earlier.
Needed as soon as you pay yourself or any employee a salary above the relevant threshold.
Keeps company money separate from your own, which is essential for limited liability to work as intended.
Due at least once every 12 months, confirming your company's details are up to date, currently £50 to file digitally.
Directors, shareholders and PSC details need updating whenever they change – we can help you stay on top of this.
Every package includes the statutory Companies House filing. Get a personalised quote based on what your business needs.
For businesses that just need to get incorporated.
Keep your home address off the public register.
For businesses that want ongoing support after day one.
Call us now on +91 9625 533 152 or fill in your details and we'll come back to you with a tailored quote and a clear list of exactly what to send us.
