One Person Company Registration – An Overview
Are you a solopreneur who wants to give wings to your entrepreneurial dreams? One Person Company registration is the best option for you. Enjoy merits such as ease of incorporation, fewer compliance needs and sole ownership and control with stress-free OPC registration.
OPC was introduced under the Companies Act, 2013, to safeguard solo entrepreneurs’ interests. Section 2(62) allows incorporation with just one director and one member, providing full control plus limited liability.
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Flat Corporate Tax
OPCs are taxed at a flat rate of 30% under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
No Special Tax Breaks
OPCs get no specific tax advantages compared to other structures.
Dividend Distribution Tax
Profits paid out as dividends incur additional dividend distribution tax.
Separate Accounting
An OPC’s finances are accounted for separately from the owner’s personal books.
Regular Filings
OPCs must file income-tax returns annually (and GST returns, if applicable).
Single Ownership
Managed and controlled by one individual.
Nominee Appointment
Nominee designated to ensure business continuity upon the owner’s demise.
Limited Liability
Owner’s personal assets are protected beyond the business’s obligations.
Separate Legal Identity
OPC is a distinct legal entity that can enter contracts and be sued separately.
Single Director Permissible
Can operate with just one director and one member.
Restricted Investment Powers
Prohibited from investing in other companies’ securities.
Who Needs to Register?
Simple Incorporation Process
Requires only one member and one nominee, and minimal capital of ₹1 Lakh.
Access to Funding
OPCs can raise capital from VCs, angel investors, and banks more easily than sole proprietorships.
Fewer Compliances
Exempt from cash flow statements and company secretary signatures on annual returns.
Limited Liability
Liability is capped at the shareholder’s investment, protecting personal assets.
Easy Management
Single-director decision-making with minute-book resolutions simplifies governance.
Exclusive Privileges
Enjoy exemptions and privileges not available to other private companies.
How To File It Online?
Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your response is submitted correctly
Step 1: Obtain DSC & DIN
Get Digital Signature Certificate and apply for Director Identification Number via SPICe+.
Step 2: Reserve Name
Reserve your unique company name (with “OPC” suffix) on the MCA portal.
Step 3: Draft MoA & AoA
Prepare Memorandum and Articles (Forms INC-33/34), including nominee details.
Step 4: File SPICe+ & AGILE-PRO
Submit incorporation forms with all mandatory documents via the FoSCoS portal.
Step 5: Receive Incorporation Certificate
Get your Certificate of Incorporation from the Registrar and start operations.
1Eligibility Criteria for OPC
- One shareholder & one director (nominee mandatory).
- Annual turnover ≤ ₹2 crores (must convert if exceeded).
- Minimum authorized capital of ₹1 lakh.
- Member & nominee must be Indian residents (NRIs post-2021 eligible).
- Company name must end with “OPC Private Limited.”
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