REG-02|Business Registration & Incorporation

One Person Company (OPC)

Corporate structure, limited liability, single founder.

We handle the nominee arrangement, name approval and incorporation filing so a solo founder gets the benefits of a company structure without needing a second shareholder.

01|OVERVIEW

What is One Person Company (OPC)?

A One Person Company (OPC) is a private company that can be incorporated with a single member, introduced under the Companies Act, 2013 specifically for solo entrepreneurs who want limited liability without bringing in a co-founder.

It combines the operational simplicity a sole founder wants with the legal separation and limited liability protection of a company structure — the founder's personal assets stay protected from business liabilities.

Gurur Consultancy manages the nominee director/member requirement, name approval and incorporation filing, and explains the conditions under which an OPC must later convert to a private or public company.

02|KEY BENEFITS

Why this matters for your business

Limited liability protection for a single founder
Full control — one person holds all shares and typically also acts as director
Separate legal identity distinct from the founder personally
Simpler compliance structure than a multi-shareholder private company
Credibility of a registered company for banking, contracts and vendor onboarding
03|WHO NEEDS THIS

Who typically needs One Person Company (OPC)?

Applicability varies by business — here’s who this usually applies to.

  • Solo entrepreneurs who want limited liability without a co-founder
  • Freelancers and consultants transitioning into a formal business structure
  • Founders not yet ready to bring in a second shareholder but wanting company-level credibility
04|ELIGIBILITY & CONSIDERATIONS

Eligibility & requirements

  • Only a natural person who is an Indian citizen and resident in India can incorporate an OPC or act as its nominee
  • An OPC must nominate another individual as a nominee member, who steps in if the sole member is unable to continue
  • Certain turnover/capital thresholds trigger mandatory conversion to a private or public company — confirmed at the time of filing
05|DOCUMENTS

Documents & information

Commonly required documents may include:

PAN and Aadhaar of the proposed member and nominee
Passport-size photograph and address proof of both
Proof of registered office with NOC from the owner, where applicable
Digital Signature Certificate for the proposed director
Consent of the nominee in the prescribed format
06|PROCESS

How we take this forward

  1. 01

    Consultation

    We confirm an OPC fits your situation and explain the nominee requirement.

  2. 02

    DSC & Name Approval

    Digital Signature Certificate is obtained and the company name is reserved via SPICe+ Part A.

  3. 03

    Incorporation Filing

    SPICe+ Part B is filed with the nominee's consent and supporting documents.

  4. 04

    PAN & TAN Allotment

    PAN and TAN are issued along with the incorporation certificate.

  5. 05

    Post-Incorporation Steps

    We assist with the initial compliance filings needed before commencing business.

07|WHY GURUR

Our approach to One Person Company (OPC)

End-to-End Support

One partner from idea to registration to tender win.

Practical Guidance

Plain-language advice from people who have filed thousands of cases.

Documentation Support

Right documents, right format, right the first time.

Compliance-Focused Approach

We don't just register — we keep you compliant.

Government Procurement Expertise

We know GeM, CPP and tender portals inside-out.

Long-Term Business Support

We grow with you — from proprietorship to private limited.

08|FAQS

Frequently asked questions

NEED HELP?

Need Help With One Person Company (OPC)?

Tell us about your business, and we'll confirm whether an OPC or another structure suits you best before filing.