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Proprietorship Registration

Register a Sole Proprietorship — PAN + Udyam (free) + GST + Shops & Establishments. No separate legal entity. ITR-3 filing, tax audit above ₹1 crore turnover.

Turnaround
7–14 Days
Starts from
₹1,499
Money-back accuracy
Guaranteed
Total starting from
₹1,499
Professional fee (no government fee)
Professional fee₹1,499 starts with
Government fee (est.)No fee
Turnaround7–14 Days
Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.
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CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

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Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

Money-back accuracy

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Flat-fee pricing

No hidden charges, ever

About this service

Proprietorship Registration provides statutory compliance and legal protection under the governing regulatory frameworks in India. Our specialist CA/CS team handles document drafting, eligibility verification, and direct authority filings from initiation to final certification.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum
  • Valid identity & address proof of applicant
  • Active PAN & registered business premises
  • Authorized representative authorization
Maximum
  • Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
  • No pending statutory disqualifications
  • Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
Statutory floor
  • Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
  • Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
  • Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Investor-Centric AOA Drafting
If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.
Complex Multi-Founder Structuring
Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.
Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine
Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.
Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory
Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.
ESOP Implementation Framework
Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.
Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit
Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.
Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee ComponentAmount (₹)Basis / Authority
PAN₹107 (physical) / Nil (e-PAN with Aadhaar).
GST registrationNil (free).
UdyamNil (free).
Shops & Establishmentsstate-specific — Delhi ₹200–₹1,500 (based on employee count); Maharashtra ₹1,000–₹5,000; Karnataka ₹500–₹2,000.
Professional Tax RegistrationNil in most states; annual fee ₹2,500 (Maharashtra) — paid by owner.
Total Government FeeNo fee(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

  • PAN of proprietor (mandatory)Identity and statutory verification
  • Aadhaar of proprietorIdentity and statutory verification
  • Address proof (passport / voter ID / driving licence)Identity and statutory verification
  • Passport-size photoIdentity and statutory verification
  • Registered office address proof — utility bill ≤2 monthsIdentity and statutory verification
  • NOC from owner of premisesIdentity and statutory verification
  • Rent agreement if rentedIdentity and statutory verification
  • Recent bank statement of proprietor's accountIdentity and statutory verification

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

  1. 1
    Customer1-2 Days

    Apply for proprietor's PAN (Form 49A) — if not a...

    Apply for proprietor's PAN (Form 49A) — if not already held — ₹107 (NSDL) / ₹107 (UTIITSL).
  2. 2
    Customer1-2 Days

    Open current account in the name of business (ba...

    Open current account in the name of business (banks typically require Shops & Establishments Certificate or GST registration).
  3. 3
    I-Pro1-2 Days

    Apply for Shops & Establishments Registration on...

    Apply for Shops & Establishments Registration on state portal — fee ₹200–₹5,000 depending on employee count and state.
  4. 4
    I-Pro1-2 Days

    Apply for GST registration (Form REG-01) — if tu...

    Apply for GST registration (Form REG-01) — if turnover threshold triggered (₹40 lakh goods / ₹20 lakh services; ₹20 lakh / ₹10 lakh for special-category states) or if inter-state supply or e-commerce operator.
  5. 5
    I-Pro1-2 Days

    Apply for Udyam Registration on udyamregistratio...

    Apply for Udyam Registration on udyamregistration.gov.in — free, instant; requires Aadhaar + PAN + bank details.
  6. 6
    Customer1-2 Days

    Open bank account with PAN, GST Certificate, Udy...

    Open bank account with PAN, GST Certificate, Udyam Certificate, Shops & Establishments Certificate.
  7. 7
    I-Pro1-2 Days

    FSSAI / Trade licence / Professional Tax Registr...

    FSSAI / Trade licence / Professional Tax Registration based on business.

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