A Public Limited Company is a business structure that can:
✔ Issue shares to the public
✔ Have unlimited shareholders
✔ Offer shares on stock exchanges
✔ Enjoy greater credibility
Step-by-Step Registration Process
1. Obtain Digital Signatures (DSC)
- Required for all directors
- Documents needed: PAN, Aadhaar, photo
2. Apply for Director Identification Number (DIN)
- File DIR-3 form on MCA portal
- Requires PAN and address proof
3. Name Approval (RUN Service)
- Submit 1-2 proposed names
- Names should end with "Limited"
- Processing time: 1-3 days
4. Draft MOA & AOA
- Memorandum of Association (company objectives)
- Articles of Association (internal rules)
- Must be signed by initial shareholders
5. File Incorporation Forms (SPICe+)
- Form SPICe (INC-32) - Main incorporation form
- Form AGILE-PRO (INC-35) - For GST/EPFO/ESI registration
- Processing time: 3-5 working days
6. Certificate of Incorporation
- Issued by ROC with CIN (Corporate Identity Number)
- Includes PAN and TAN
7. Commence Business (Within 180 Days)
- File INC-20A (Declaration of Business Commencement)
8. Stock Exchange Listing (Optional)
- Minimum 25% public shareholding
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Documents Required
Document Purpose
- PAN Card Identity proof
- Aadhaar Card Address proof
- Passport-sized photo Application forms
- Address proof (Bank statement/utility bill) Residence verification
- For Registered Office
- Document Purpose
- Rent agreement + NOC If rented premises
- Electricity bill (not older than 2 months) Address verification
- Property tax receipt Ownership proof
Company Formation Documents
- Draft MOA and AOA
- Declaration of compliance (INC-9)
- Affidavit from first subscribers (INC-10)
- Proof of professional tax registration (if applicable)
