Establish Your Public Limited Company in India

India welcomes global entrepreneurs with open arms. Setting up a Public Limited Company (PLC) in India is the ideal path for foreign companies and NRIs planning to raise capital, expand operations, and gain credibility in the Indian market. We make the entire process smooth, compliant, and fully remote.

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Establish Your Public Limited Company in India

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Establish Your Public Limited Company in India

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Understanding Public Limited Company Registration

A Public Limited Company (PLC) is a type of business entity that allows companies to raise capital by offering shares to the general public. It is an ideal structure for businesses looking to scale quickly and attract investments from a wide range of shareholders.

This form of company operates under the Companies Act, 2013, and is regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in India. With greater transparency, enhanced credibility, and access to public funding, a PLC is well-suited for businesses with ambitious growth plans.

Ideal for businesses that want to:

Raise Capital Through Public Share Offerings (IPOs)

Public Limited Companies can raise significant funds by offering shares to the public through IPOs. This access to capital helps businesses grow faster and take on larger projects with broader investor participation.

Raise Capital Through Public Share Offerings (IPOs)

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Being publicly listed boosts a company’s credibility. It assures stakeholders of transparency and regulatory compliance, helping build trust with investors, partners, and customers.

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Being publicly listed boosts a company’s credibility. It assures stakeholders of transparency and regulatory compliance, helping build trust with investors, partners, and customers.

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Being publicly listed boosts a company’s credibility. It assures stakeholders of transparency and regulatory compliance, helping build trust with investors, partners, and customers.

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

A PLC allows unlimited shareholders, making it ideal for scaling. This structure brings in diverse investment sources without affecting management control, enabling long-term, sustainable growth.

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

A PLC allows unlimited shareholders, making it ideal for scaling. This structure brings in diverse investment sources without affecting management control, enabling long-term, sustainable growth.

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

A PLC allows unlimited shareholders, making it ideal for scaling. This structure brings in diverse investment sources without affecting management control, enabling long-term, sustainable growth.

Different Types of Public Limited Companies

Public Limited Companies in India can be structured in more than one way, depending on their listing and fundraising approach.

Listed Public Company

Registered with a stock exchange, these companies are permitted to raise capital from the general public by issuing shares. This enhances visibility, liquidity, and credibility in the market.

Listed Public Company

Registered with a stock exchange, these companies are permitted to raise capital from the general public by issuing shares. This enhances visibility, liquidity, and credibility in the market.

Listed Public Company

Registered with a stock exchange, these companies are permitted to raise capital from the general public by issuing shares. This enhances visibility, liquidity, and credibility in the market.

Unlisted Public Company

Not listed on the stock exchange but still recognized as a public company. These companies can have more than seven shareholders and raise funds privately, offering greater flexibility with less regulatory exposure than listed entities.

Unlisted Public Company

Why Foreign Companies Choose a Public Limited Company in India

A PLC is the most trusted and scalable structure for foreign entities entering India with ambitious plans.

Access to Public Capital

Raise funds from Indian investors via IPOs or private placements.

Access to Public Capital

Raise funds from Indian investors via IPOs or private placements.

Separate Legal Identity

Your business has legal standing in India, independent of its parent entity.

Separate Legal Identity

Your business has legal standing in India, independent of its parent entity.

Limited Liability Protection

Shareholders are protected; personal assets remain untouched.

Limited Liability Protection

Shareholders are protected; personal assets remain untouched.

Unlimited Shareholders

No cap on the number of investors.

Unlimited Shareholders

No cap on the number of investors.

Credibility & Transparency

Build trust with regulators, partners, and the Indian market.

Credibility & Transparency

Build trust with regulators, partners, and the Indian market.

Incorporation Process for Public Limited Company (PLC) in India

We handle the full incorporation process for you—digitally and hassle-free, whether you're based abroad or in India.

Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)

We arrange digital signatures for all directors—required for signing official incorporation documents online.

Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)

We arrange digital signatures for all directors—required for signing official incorporation documents online.

Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)

DINs are mandatory for each proposed director. We file the applications and ensure MCA approval.

Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)

DINs are mandatory for each proposed director. We file the applications and ensure MCA approval.

Reserve Company Name

We help you select and secure your business name through the MCA’s RUN (Reserve Unique Name) portal.

Reserve Company Name

We help you select and secure your business name through the MCA’s RUN (Reserve Unique Name) portal.

Draft MOA & AOA

Our legal experts prepare the Memorandum and Articles of Association, defining your company’s structure and operations.

Draft MOA & AOA

Our legal experts prepare the Memorandum and Articles of Association, defining your company’s structure and operations.

Submit SPICe+ Form

We file the integrated SPICe+ form with all required documents and declarations to the Registrar of Companies.

Submit SPICe+ Form

We file the integrated SPICe+ form with all required documents and declarations to the Registrar of Companies.

ROC Review & Approval

The Registrar examines your application. We coordinate responses to any clarifications or revisions if needed.

ROC Review & Approval

The Registrar examines your application. We coordinate responses to any clarifications or revisions if needed.

Get Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Once approved, you’ll receive your official Certificate of Incorporation and Corporate Identification Number (CIN)—your company is now legally formed.

Get Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Once approved, you’ll receive your official Certificate of Incorporation and Corporate Identification Number (CIN)—your company is now legally formed.

Complete Setup & Compliance for Public Limited Companies

From incorporation to capital raising, we help foreign promoters seamlessly establish and operate Public Limited Companies in India—while staying compliant every step of the way.

Public Company Incorporation Support

IPO-Ready Operational Setup

Compliance, Capital & Corporate Governance

We simplify the registration of your PLC by handling the entire process—from strategic structuring to MCA filings—ensuring legal clarity and shareholder readiness.

Capital & Shareholding Structuring

We help design an equity structure that meets SEBI, MCA, and investor expectations.

Regulatory Filings & Setup

End-to-end support for DIN, DSC, PAN, TAN, and filing the SPICe+ Form.

Charter Documentation

Drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association (MoA & AoA), and other statutory documents.

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Public Company Incorporation Support

IPO-Ready Operational Setup

Compliance, Capital & Corporate Governance

We simplify the registration of your PLC by handling the entire process—from strategic structuring to MCA filings—ensuring legal clarity and shareholder readiness.

Capital & Shareholding Structuring

We help design an equity structure that meets SEBI, MCA, and investor expectations.

Regulatory Filings & Setup

End-to-end support for DIN, DSC, PAN, TAN, and filing the SPICe+ Form.

Charter Documentation

Drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association (MoA & AoA), and other statutory documents.

Book a free consultation

Required Documentation for Foreign Applicants

To ensure a smooth and timely incorporation process, it’s essential to prepare and submit the right documents. Below are the standard requirements for both individuals and registered offices.

For Shareholders/Directors (Foreign Nationals)

Notarized or apostilled passport copy

Address proof (utility bill or bank statement)

Recent passport-sized photograph

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) – we help obtain this

For Indian Registered Office

Latest utility bill (not older than 2 months)

Rental agreement or property ownership document

No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner

Eligibility to Register a PLC in India

Foreign individuals or entities can establish a Public Limited Company in India by meeting these basic conditions under the Companies Act.

Key Requirements

Minimum of 7 shareholders (foreign nationals/entities allowed)

At least 3 directors, including 1 Indian resident

A registered office address within India

Minimum ₹5 lakh paid-up capital

Unique business name and defined business objective

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Understanding Public Limited Company Registration

Ideal for businesses that want to:

Raise Capital Through Public Share Offerings (IPOs)

Raise Capital Through Public Share Offerings (IPOs)

Raise Capital Through Public Share Offerings (IPOs)

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Build a Strong and Credible Market Presence

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

Scale Efficiently With Multiple Shareholders

Different Types of Public Limited Companies

Listed Public Company

Listed Public Company

Listed Public Company

Unlisted Public Company

Unlisted Public Company

Unlisted Public Company

Why Foreign Companies Choose a Public Limited Company in India

Access to Public Capital

Access to Public Capital

Separate Legal Identity

Separate Legal Identity

Limited Liability Protection

Limited Liability Protection

Unlimited Shareholders

Unlimited Shareholders

Credibility & Transparency

Credibility & Transparency

Incorporation Process for Public Limited Company (PLC) in India

Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)

Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)

Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)

Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)

Reserve Company Name

Reserve Company Name

Draft MOA & AOA

Draft MOA & AOA

Submit SPICe+ Form

Submit SPICe+ Form

ROC Review & Approval

ROC Review & Approval

Get Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Get Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

Complete Setup & Compliance for Public Limited Companies

Capital & Shareholding Structuring

Regulatory Filings & Setup

Charter Documentation

Capital & Shareholding Structuring

Regulatory Filings & Setup

Charter Documentation

Required Documentation for Foreign Applicants

For Shareholders/Directors (Foreign Nationals)

For Indian Registered Office

Eligibility to Register a PLC in India

Key Requirements

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