What Documents Needs to Start Small Company?

Introduction

To start a company, certain documents are needed for registration. By registering your firm, you give it a legal existence, protecting it from business liabilities one of the key benefits of company registration. Proper registration also allows you to expand your business across multiple levels. There are various types of firms that can be registered, including the following

Types of small company to start

The documents needed to start a company vary based on the type of firm you want to register. It is essential to determine the specific business structure before proceeding. Different types of registrations are available for small businesses, each with its own document requirements.

• Private limited company
• Sole proprietorship registration
• Partnership firm
• One-person company
• Limited Liability partnership

For the above mentioned type of companies, you need to follow various procedures, and it will require some documents. Here, I list all the documents needed for registration.

Private Limited Company

A small group of members or shareholders owns a Private Limited Company. Many prefer this business structure for its flexibility, legal recognition, and limited liability for shareholders. Below is a list of the required documents for registering a Private Limited Company.

• Proof of identification: PAN card, Aadhar card.
• Proof of address: Passport, Driver’s License, Election Card.
• Copies of MOA and AOA.
• Digital signature certificate (DSC) for directors.

Limited Liability partnership

Limited Liability partnership is a business structure that provides liability protection to the company. There are minimum two people required and no limit bar for the maximum number of people.
LLP is a flexible entity where each and every partner has limited liabilities. You will need the following documents to register an LLP.

• PAN card
• Address proof
• Registered office proof
• You need to submit the NOC from the landlord.
• DSC and DPIN are required for online verification