Start Your One Person Company Solo. Simple. Legal.
A One Person Company (OPC) is the ideal structure for solo entrepreneurs who want the legal protection of a company without the need for a second director or shareholder. Get your OPC registered under the Companies Act, 2013 with a separate legal identity and full limited liability protection — in just 5–7 working days.
What is OPC Registration?
A One Person Company (OPC) is a unique business structure introduced under the Companies Act, 2013, specifically designed to empower individual entrepreneurs to operate a fully incorporated company on their own. Before the introduction of OPC, a sole proprietor had no access to the legal protections and credibility that come with company registration. OPC bridges that gap — allowing a single individual to enjoy all the benefits of a corporate structure without requiring a second shareholder or director.
An OPC is regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and is treated as a separate legal entity from its sole owner. This means the company can own property, enter into contracts, open bank accounts, and conduct all business activities in its own name. The owner's personal assets remain fully shielded from any business debts or liabilities — a critical protection that sole proprietorships do not offer.
One of the distinctive requirements of an OPC is the mandatory nomination of a nominee — an individual who will take over the company in the event of the owner's death or incapacity. This ensures the business continues uninterrupted and gives the structure a layer of perpetual succession. Upon successful registration, the OPC receives a Certificate of Incorporation and a unique CIN (Corporate Identification Number) from the Registrar of Companies, giving it a permanent and recognised legal identity.
Key Benefits of OPC Registration
An OPC gives a solo entrepreneur the full power of a registered company — with complete ownership control, limited liability protection, and a separate legal identity — without the complexity of managing multiple shareholders or directors.
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Single Ownership An OPC can be owned and operated entirely by one individual. There is no requirement for a second shareholder or director, giving the sole owner complete control over all business decisions and operations.
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Limited Liability The owner's personal assets are fully protected from the company's debts and liabilities. Unlike a sole proprietorship, an OPC ensures that personal finances remain entirely separate from business obligations.
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Separate Legal Entity An OPC is recognised as a distinct legal entity under the Companies Act, 2013. It can own assets, enter into contracts, and sue or be sued in its own name — independent of its sole owner.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before you begin the OPC registration process to ensure a smooth and hassle-free filing experience with the MCA.
PAN Card
PAN card of the sole owner is mandatory for identity verification and DIN application on the MCA portal during OPC incorporation.
Aadhaar Card
Aadhaar card of the sole owner is required for KYC verification and is linked to the DIN application as part of the MCA incorporation process.
Address Proof
A recent utility bill (electricity, water, or gas — not older than 2 months) or bank statement confirming the current residential address of the sole owner.
Nominee Details
PAN card, Aadhaar card, and written consent of the nominated individual who will take over the OPC in the event of the owner's death or incapacity — mandatory for all OPCs.
How the Process Works
Our end-to-end online process ensures your One Person Company is incorporated in just 5–7 working days with complete expert support at every stage.
Obtain DSC & DIN
Apply for the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN) for the sole owner — both are mandatory before filing any form on the MCA portal.
Name Approval
Reserve your OPC name through the RUN (Reserve Unique Name) form or propose it within the SPICe+ form. The name must be unique, end with "(OPC) Private Limited", and comply with MCA naming guidelines.
MOA & AOA Drafting
Draft the Memorandum of Association (MOA) defining the company's business objectives and the Articles of Association (AOA) setting out its internal rules and governance structure.
Incorporation Filing with MCA
Submit the SPICe+ form with nominee details, MOA, AOA, and all supporting documents to the Registrar of Companies through the MCA21 portal for review and approval.
Certificate of Incorporation
Upon MCA approval, receive the Certificate of Incorporation along with the company's CIN, PAN, and TAN — your One Person Company is now officially registered and ready to operate.
Get Started — Apply Now
Fill in the form below and one of our OPC registration specialists will get in touch within 24 hours to guide you through the entire incorporation process — from document collection to your Certificate of Incorporation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only a single individual who is an Indian citizen and resident of India can incorporate an OPC. The person must have stayed in India for at least 182 days in the preceding financial year. Foreign nationals and NRIs are not eligible to form an OPC in India.
Yes, appointing a nominee is mandatory for every OPC at the time of incorporation. The nominee — who must be an Indian citizen and resident — will take over the company in the event of the owner's death or permanent incapacity. The nominee's written consent must be filed with the MCA.
Yes, an OPC can be voluntarily converted into a Private Limited Company once its paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakhs or its average annual turnover exceeds ₹2 crores. Conversion is also mandatory in such cases within 6 months as per the Companies Act, 2013.
Yes, statutory audit is compulsory for every OPC in India regardless of turnover or business activity. A qualified Chartered Accountant must audit the financial statements of the OPC every financial year — this is a mandatory compliance requirement under the Companies Act, 2013.
GST registration is required only if applicable — if the OPC's annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs for special category states) or if it is engaged in inter-state supply of goods or services. GST registration is not mandatory at the time of OPC incorporation.
No, foreign nationals and NRIs cannot incorporate or own an OPC in India. The structure is exclusively available to Indian citizens who are residents of India. If a foreign national or NRI wishes to start a company in India, a Private Limited Company is the appropriate structure.
No, there is no minimum paid-up capital requirement for an OPC. You can incorporate with any amount of authorised capital. However, if the paid-up capital later exceeds ₹50 lakhs, mandatory conversion to a Private Limited Company is triggered under the Companies Act, 2013.
The compliance level for an OPC is moderate. While it is less than a Private Limited Company — with no requirement for board meetings beyond one per half-year — it still requires annual statutory audit, ROC filings (AOC-4 and MGT-7A), and income tax return filing every year.
Yes, annual filing is mandatory for every OPC in India. An OPC must file AOC-4 (financial statements) and MGT-7A (annual return) with the MCA each financial year, along with its Income Tax Return — irrespective of business activity or revenue generated during the year.
An OPC has lifetime validity. Once incorporated, it continues to exist as a separate legal entity until it is formally wound up, struck off by the MCA, or converted into a Private Limited Company. The existence of the OPC is not affected by the death or incapacity of the sole owner, as the nominee takes over seamlessly.