India's most innovative business structure for solo entrepreneurs with limited liability protection
Complete control with single ownership structure
You own 100% of the company while enjoying corporate benefits
Personal assets protected from business liabilities
Your liability is limited to your investment in the company
OPC is a legal entity distinct from its owner
Can own property, incur debts, and sue/be sued in its own name
Seamless upgrade to Private Limited when needed
Convert to Pvt Ltd anytime after crossing ₹2 crore turnover
An individual can set up as a sole trader/proprietor, as a Partnership firm, or Limited Liability Partnership etc. or can set up various types of companies such as:
| One Person Company | Private Limited Company | Limited Liability Partnership | Proprietorship | Partnership Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Shareholders | Minimum 2 Shareholders | 2 Designated Partners | PAN | Minimum 2 Partners |
| 1 Directors | Minimum 2 Directors | DIN of partners | Adhaar | PAN of Partnership firm |
| 1 Nominee | DIN of directors | DSC of partners | Bank Details | |
| DIN of Director | DSC of directors | Capital Contribution 10000/- | Business Details | Capital Contribution 10000/- |
| DSC of director | Minimum Authorised Share Capital 1 Lakh | Investment minimum 1 Lakh | ||
| Minimum Authorised Share Capital 1 Lakh |
An OPC is a hybrid business structure that allows a single entrepreneur to operate as a corporate entity with limited liability protection.
A company incorporated by a single person with a nominee director, enjoying all benefits of a private limited company.
Solo entrepreneurs, professionals, consultants, and small business owners who want corporate status with single ownership.
Introduced in India through Companies Act 2013 to support single entrepreneurs (Section 2(62)).
Pass resolution for conversion and alter MOA/AOA
Get digital signatures and director IDs for new directors
Submit conversion application to ROC with required documents
Wait for Registrar of Companies to approve conversion
Receive new Certificate of Incorporation as Private Limited
Note: Mandatory conversion required when paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakh or average annual turnover exceeds ₹2 crore for 3 consecutive years.
Enhances credibility with clients, vendors and investors compared to proprietorship
Personal assets like home, car not at risk for business debts
Easier to raise funds from investors compared to proprietorship
Eligible for tax deductions and lower tax rates on profits
Simple ownership transfer through share transfer process
Can sue and be sued in company name, not personal capacity
"The OPC registration process was completed in just 12 days. The team handled everything professionally and kept me informed at each step."
"As a solo entrepreneur, OPC gave me the perfect balance of control and protection. The conversion to Pvt Ltd later was also seamless."
Get your OPC registered in just 10-12 days
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