Convert Proprietorship

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Conversion of Sole Proprietorship to Partnership Firm in India 

All you need to know

What is Sole Proprietorship & Partnership Firm?  

A Sole Proprietorship is a business structure owned and run by one individual, where profits are taxed as personal income and there is no legal distinction between business and owner.

A Partnership Firm is a business setup where two or more individuals carry on business together with an agreement. The firm operates under a Partnership Deed, sharing profits, losses, and responsibilities.

Your Business Structure Proprietorship to Partnership Conversion

Why Convert Your Sole Proprietorship to Partnership Firm?   

  • Allows multiple people to share business responsibilities and growth.

  • Improves credibility with investors, suppliers, and banks.

  • Enables the pooling of capital and resources for expansion.

  • Offers flexibility to add or remove partners via supplementary deed.

  • Helps in better tax structuring and revenue planning.

Factors to keep in mind while you Convert Sole Proprietorship in to Partnership firm:  

  • Legal & Compliance – Follow the Indian Partnership Act, draft a Partnership Deed, and update PAN/GST/licenses.

  • Business Name & Assets – Choose a unique name and transfer all assets and liabilities from the sole proprietorship.

  • Capital & Profit Sharing – Decide each partner’s capital contribution and profit-sharing ratio.

  • Contracts & Bank Accounts – Update agreements, contracts, and bank accounts under the partnership firm.

  • Liability & Future Planning – Understand joint liability, plan for exits, disputes, and partner changes.

Why choose Ebizfiling ?  

Choosing the right compliance partner is crucial, and EbizFiling ensures a smooth process. With experienced professionals, end-to-end support, transparent pricing, and timely delivery, we provide tailored solutions for your business. Trusted by startups, SMEs, and established companies across India, we make business conversions simple and reliable. We also provide conversion services such as LLP to Private Limited Company, OPC into Private Limited Company, and Partnership to LLP services.

You may get in touch with our compliance manager on 09643203209 or email info@ebizfiling.com for free consultation.

Sole Proprietorship to Partnership Firm Charges

Choose Your Package

ESSENTIAL

1999/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Drafting of deed
  • Execution of Deed
  • Stamp Duty upto Rs. 500
  • PAN
  • TAN

ENHANCED

3799/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Drafting of deed
  • Execution of Deed
  • Stamp Duty upto Rs. 500
  • GST Registration
  • PAN
  • TAN

ULTIMATE

11199/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Drafting of deed
  • Execution of Deed
  • Stamp Duty upto Rs. 500
  • Trademark Application (1 Application 1 Class Small Enterprise)
  • GST Registration
  • SSI/MSME Registration
  • PAN
  • TAN

Advantages of Converting a Sole Proprietorship to a Partnership Firm

Points to help your business decision

No Capital Restrictions

Businesses can be registered with very low capital, even as little as Rs. 10,000, without any restrictions.

Simple to Form

A partnership is easily formed with a Partnership Deed, requiring no mandatory registration beyond income tax filings.

Access Combined Resources

Partners can pool their financial and managerial resources, leading to greater resource availability than a sole proprietorship.

Easy Scalability

A partnership can easily add or remove partners with a supplementary deed, allowing for simple expansion or downsizing.

Shared Financial Risk

The risks and profits or losses are shared among all partners, ensuring a more diversified financial exposure for everyone involved.

Efficient Tax Planning

As a separate legal entity, a partnership allows for strategic tax efficiency through the distribution of remuneration and interest to partners.

Documents Required for the conversion of Sole Proprietorship to Partnership  

Quick Checklist

  • Photograph of all the Partners

  • PAN Card of all the Partners

  • ID Proof of all the Partners (Driving License/Passport/Voter ID)

  • Electricity Bill or any other utility bill for the address proof of the Registered Office

Conversion of Sole Proprietorship to Partnership-Process Flow

 

5 Easy Steps

1

Complete a Checklist

2

Submit Documents

3

Verification of Documents

4

Drafting & Executing Partnership Deed

5

Obtain PAN & TAN

Complete Checklist

A Compliance Manager will guide you through a simple checklist to capture key details of your partnership firm before moving to the next step.

Drafting & Executing Partnership Deed

Our experts will draft a legally compliant Partnership Deed, review it with you, and ensure proper execution with signatures and stamp duty.

Obtain PAN & TAN

We will apply for your firm’s PAN & TAN with the Income Tax Department. Once approved, details will be shared for smooth business operations.

FAQ

FAQs on Conversion of Sole Proprietorship to Partnership Firm  

Get answers to all your queries

  • What is conversion of sole proprietorship to partnership firm?

    It means legally changing your business from being owned by one person to being jointly owned by multiple partners.

  • Why should I convert to a partnership firm?

    You can share profits, risks, decision-making, and raise resources through multiple partners.

  • Is registration of partnership mandatory?

    No, registration is not mandatory in many states, but a registered firm has more legal standing and enforceable rights.

  • What is a partnership deed?

    It’s a legal document that sets out obligations, profit-sharing, responsibilities, duration, and other terms between partners.

  • Can a proprietorship be converted without closing it?

    Yes, the business operations continue; only legal and structural changes are done via partnership deed and registrations.

  • How many partners are needed to form a partnership?

    Minimum of two partners are required to form a partnership firm.

  • What is the cost of conversion?

    Cost depends on state stamp duty, deed drafting, and required registrations; EbizFiling offers transparent plans.

  • Will tax treatment change after conversion?

    Yes, profits are shared; the firm is taxed as a separate business entity.

  • Do all partners need PAN & address proof?

    Yes, every partner must submit PAN & proof of identity and address.

  • How long does this conversion take?

    Usually a few days to a week, depending on document readiness and partner coordination.

  • Do I need a registered office address?

    Yes, you need a registered address for the partnership firm legal paperwork.

  • What if I want to add or remove a partner later?

    You can do so by executing a supplementary partnership deed.

  • Is GST registration included?

    That depends on the package you choose; some plans include GST registration.

  • Do I need to inform banks about this change?

    Yes, once your PAN/TAN is updated, you should inform banks for financial operations.

  • Is a partnership firm’s income taxed differently?

    Yes, the firm’s income is taxed separately; partners share profits as per deed.

  • Can I convert back to proprietorship?

    Legally you can, but practically, it involves closing the firm and re-structuring documents.

  • Which state laws apply for stamp duty on deeds?

    Stamp duty varies state-to-state under the Indian Stamp Act in each jurisdiction.

  • Do I need professional help for this conversion?

    Yes, legal professionals help ensure the deed is drafted correctly and all compliance is done.

  • Will conversion affect existing licenses or registrations?

    Some registrations like GST/PAN may need updates; we assist in making those amendments.

  • How can EbizFiling help me with this conversion?

    We handle everything: drafting, stamping, registrations, PAN/TAN, and overall legal compliance.

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