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Company Registration in Bangalore.

Bengaluru is India's start-up capital, with the country's deepest pool of venture capital, engineering talent and SaaS companies.

Register a Private Limited Company, LLP or OPC in Bangalore with qualified CA / CS professionals — name approval, DSCs, SPICe+ filing, PAN, TAN and bank account support, fully online.

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Business structures you can register in Bangalore

Most Bengaluru founders register a private limited company from day one — it's what VCs, angel networks and ESOP plans require — and apply for DPIIT recognition to unlock Startup India benefits.

Not sure which one fits? Compare them in our LLP vs Pvt Ltd and OPC vs Pvt Ltd guides, or try the structure chooser.

How company registration in Bangalore works

  1. Step 1

    Name check & structure

    We help you pick the right entity and check your proposed name against existing companies and trademarks.

  2. Step 2

    DSC for directors

    Digital signature certificates are issued online for every director and subscriber after video verification.

  3. Step 3

    SPICe+ filing

    We draft the MoA and AoA and file SPICe+ Part A (name) and Part B (incorporation), with AGILE-PRO-S for GST, EPFO, ESIC and a bank account.

  4. Step 4

    Certificate & PAN/TAN

    The Central Registration Centre issues the Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN and TAN.

  5. Step 5

    Post-incorporation

    Bank account, INC-20A commencement of business within 180 days, auditor appointment within 30 days and first board meeting.

Documents required

  • PAN card of every director and shareholder (passport for foreign nationals)
  • Aadhaar, voter ID, passport or driving licence as address proof
  • Recent bank statement or utility bill of each director (not older than two months)
  • Passport-size photograph of each director
  • Registered office proof: utility bill not older than two months, plus rent agreement and owner's NOC if rented
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Fees

Launch package₹3,000
Build package₹9,999
Grow package₹25,000
DSC token₹1,150 per director (govt. fixed)
Stamp duty₹1,700 – ₹8,500 (state-wise)
ROC filing fees₹2,000 – ₹5,000

Professional fees exclude GST. Government fees and stamp duty for Karnataka are paid at actuals and depend on authorised capital. See government fees.

Local compliance in Bangalore

Registrar of Companies

ROC Bangalore

Handles annual filings, changes and compliance after incorporation.

Professional tax

Applies in Karnataka

Employers register and deduct PT from eligible salaries.

Shops & establishments

Karnataka Shops & Commercial Establishments Act, 1961

Registration or intimation for your office or shop, depending on size.

  • Karnataka levies professional tax. Employers register and deduct PT from eligible employees' salaries.
  • Many Bengaluru start-ups also apply for DPIIT recognition soon after incorporation for tax and compliance benefits.
  • GST registration in Karnataka uses state code 29.

Who we work with in Bangalore

Popular business areas

Koramangala · HSR Layout · Indiranagar · Whitefield · Electronic City · Bellandur · MG Road

Common sectors

SaaS & software · Deep-tech & AI · Fintech · Biotech · E-commerce

After registration

Services most founders need in the first year.

Company registration in Bangalore: FAQs

Should a Bangalore tech start-up register as a Pvt Ltd or LLP?

If you plan to raise venture funding or issue ESOPs, a private limited company is the standard choice. LLPs can't issue equity shares or ESOPs, which most investors require.

Which ROC handles companies registered in Bangalore?

The Registrar of Companies, Bangalore (Karnataka). Incorporation is processed by the Central Registration Centre.

How long does company registration in Bangalore take?

Typically 7–12 working days after we receive complete documents — about 1–2 days for DSCs, and the rest for name approval and SPICe+ processing at the Central Registration Centre. Government processing times can vary.

What is the minimum capital needed?

There is no minimum paid-up capital for a private limited company. Most founders start with ₹1 lakh or ₹10 lakh authorised capital, which affects only the government fee and stamp duty.

Do I need an office in Bangalore?

You need a registered office address in Karnataka to register there. It can be residential, commercial or a co-working space, as long as you have a utility bill and the owner's NOC.

How many people do I need to start a private limited company?

At least two directors and two shareholders (they can be the same people). At least one director must be resident in India. For a single founder, a One Person Company (OPC) is an option.

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