This setup cost covers the mandatory Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for two directors (costing ₹1,500 to ₹2,500 each), the reservation of your company name (₹1,000), state-specific stamp duties, and professional consulting fees. 2. What is the government fee for private limited company registration?

The official government fee for private limited company registration is ₹0 (nil) for businesses incorporating with an authorized capital of up to ₹15 Lakhs. Introduced under the MCA zero-fee scheme, this exemption means you do not pay core filing fees to the central government. However, founders must still pay the mandatory stamp duty levied by their respective state governments.

Is there any government fee if the authorized capital is up to ₹15 lakh?

No, there is no government filing fee charged by the MCA for incorporating a private limited company with an authorized capital of up to ₹15 Lakhs. Under this simplified framework, your only mandatory payments to the central government are the standard ₹1,000 name reservation fee and the respective state’s stamp duty on your corporate constitutional documents (MoA and AoA).

Why does private limited company registration cost differ by state?

Private limited company registration costs differ by state because stamp duty on the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA) is determined individually by each state government. While the MCA’s fee and basic filing exemptions are uniform across India, state-level stamp duties fluctuate drastically, depending on where your registered office is located.

Does the registration fee include PAN, TAN, and GST?

Yes, the overall registration fee fully covers your PAN and TAN allocation, which are issued alongside your Certificate of Incorporation (CoI) at zero additional government cost. However, GST registration is not automatically processed during incorporation, and it is a separate, post-incorporation tax registration that carries no government fee.

What is the professional fee for registering a private limited company?

The average professional fee for registering a private limited company typically starts at ₹1,999 for Indian resident directors. This fee covers Chartered Accountants (CAs), Company Secretaries (CSs), or legal platforms for drafting corporate bylaws, filing the complex SPICe+ forms, and coordinating the registry process. Notably, professional fees are higher for foreign nationals or NRI directors due to additional document notarization and apostille compliance steps.

How much does a DSC cost for company registration?

The cost of a Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) starts from ₹1,500 per director for company registration. Because a minimum of two directors is required to incorporate a private limited company in India, founders should budget a total of ₹3,000 to ₹5,000 for the digital signatures required to securely sign the SPICe+ portal documents.

What are the hidden charges in private limited company registration?

The primary hidden charges in private limited company registration are unplanned state stamp duties and localized professional add-on fees, as the central MCA portal maintains absolute transparency with a ₹0 filing fee for capital up to ₹15 lakh. Other easily overlooked costs include the extra DSC fees for more than two directors and mandatory post-incorporation filing fees like the Commencement of Business certificate (Form INC-20A).

Is private limited company registration cheaper than LLP registration?

No, private limited company registration (costing ₹6,000 to ₹15,000) is generally comparable to or slightly more expensive than LLP registration (costing ₹7,000 to ₹15,000). While both setups are highly cost-effective for initial setups with low capital, an LLP can prove more economical in the long run for businesses with higher capital contributions, as LLP stamp duties and annual compliance filing overheads are significantly lower.

Do I have to pay stamp duty for registering a private limited company?

Yes, paying state stamp duty is completely mandatory when registering a private limited company in India. This tax is levied by the state where your registered office is physically located and is calculated automatically on the MoA and AoA during the SPICe+ submission on the MCA portal.

Can I register a private limited company for free in India?

No, you cannot register a private limited company completely for free in India, but the government filing fee itself is ₹0 for companies with an authorized capital of up to ₹15 Lakhs. Even without filing fees, you must still pay for digital signatures (DSCs), state-specific stamp duty, and name reservation fees, keeping the absolute baseline cost around ₹6,

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Q: What are the fees for registration of a private limited company in India?

The total fees for the registration of a private limited company in India generally range from ₹6,000 to ₹15,

Joel Dsouza

Updated:Jul 14, 2026

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The fees for registration of a private limited company in India typically range from ₹6,000 to ₹15,000, covering the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), name reservation, government filing fees, state stamp duty, and professional charges. For a company with authorized capital up to ₹15 lakh, the MCA government filing fee is nil. As a result, stamp duty and professional fees account for the majority of the registration fee.

The exact registration cost depends on your authorized share capital, the state where your registered office is located (as stamp duty differs by state), and the professional service provider (if you choose).

This guide breaks down every component of the cost of registering a Pvt Ltd Company so you can budget accurately, with no surprises.

Key Takeaways

Typically, the total cost of registering a private limited company in India is ₹6,000–₹15,000 for authorized capital up to ₹15 lakh.
The MCA government filing fee is ₹0 for authorized capital up to ₹15 lakh (zero-fee scheme since 2019); above that, a capital-based slab applies.
Stamp duty on the MOA, AOA, and SPICe+ form varies by state, from roughly ₹135 to ₹7,550 for capital up to ₹1 lakh.
A DSC costs about ₹1,500–₹2,500 per director, and PAN and TAN are issued together with the Certificate of Incorporation.
Professional charges for drafting and filing typically start around ₹1,999.

Pvt Ltd Company Registration Cost in India: Quick Overview

The table below gives a typical cost breakdown of Private Limited Company Registration:

Cost Component	Typical Cost (₹)	Payable To
Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)	From ₹1,500 per director	Professional
Company name reservation (RUN)	₹1,000	Government
MCA incorporation filing fee (SPICe+)	Nil (up to ₹15 lakh authorized capital); ₹2,000 onwards for capital above ₹15 lakh	Government
Stamp duty on MOA, AOA, and SPICe+ form	From ₹500	Government
Professional fees for incorporation	From ₹1,999	Professional
PAN and TAN allotment	Nominal fee (processed with SPICe+)	Government
Form INC 20-A	₹200	Government
Estimated total cost	From ₹6,000	Government + Professional

Suppose ABC Technologies Private Limited is incorporated in Delhi with 2 directors and an authorized share capital of ₹10 lakh. Since the authorized share capital is below ₹15 lakh, the company pays no MCA incorporation filing fee. The remaining costs include ₹3,000 for two Class 3 DSCs (₹1,500 per director), ₹1,000 for company name reservation, around ₹135 as Delhi stamp duty, ₹131 for PAN and TAN allotment, ₹200 for filing Form INC-20A, and ₹1,999 as RegisterKaro’s professional fee.

Due to this, the total incorporation cost becomes approximately ₹6,500, making it a realistic estimate for most early-stage startups registering a Private Limited Company in Delhi.

Tip: Use our Company Incorporation Fees Calculator to calculate your government fees, stamp duty, and total registration cost based on your business details.

Government Fees for Private Limited Company Registration

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) does not charge any incorporation filing fee for Private Limited Companies with an authorized share capital of up to ₹15 lakh. This exemption, introduced to promote Ease of Doing Business, applies to the SPICe+ incorporation form. This benefits startups and small businesses as most generally start operations with authorized capital below ₹15 lakh.

However, you still need to pay a few government charges:

Company name reservation: ₹1,000 for reserving a name through SPICe+ Part A.
Stamp duty: Payable on the MOA, AOA, and SPICe+ forms under the Indian Stamp Act, 1899. The amount varies by state or Union Territory and the company’s authorized share capital.
PAN and TAN: Processed automatically through SPICe+ and issued with the Certificate of Incorporation. A nominal government fee may apply.

If your company has an authorized share capital above ₹15 lakh, the MCA charges an incorporation filing fee based on the applicable fee slabs prescribed under the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014. The fee starts at ₹2,000 for authorized capital between ₹15 lakh and ₹50 lakh and increases progressively with higher capital. The MCA portal automatically calculates the exact amount at the time of filing

Note: Before you incorporate, estimate your MCA charges accurately using our MCA Fees Calculator.

Stamp Duty on Private Limited Company Registration by State

Stamp duty is a state-level tax payable on the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) during incorporation. It is levied under the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, and the respective state stamp laws. The MCA V3 portal collects it electronically along with your incorporation application.

State / Union Territory	Stamp Duty Basis
Andhra Pradesh	From ₹1,000 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Arunachal Pradesh	From ₹710 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Assam	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Bihar	From ₹1,000 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Chhattisgarh	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Goa	From ₹1,000 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Gujarat	From ₹100 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Haryana	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Himachal Pradesh	From ₹100 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Jharkhand	From ₹150 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Karnataka	₹2,020
Kerala	₹3,025
Madhya Pradesh	₹7,550
Maharashtra	From ₹300 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Manipur	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Meghalaya	From ₹300 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Mizoram	From ₹1,500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Nagaland	From ₹100 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Odisha	From ₹300 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Punjab	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Rajasthan	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Sikkim	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Tamil Nadu	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Telangana	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Tripura	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Uttar Pradesh	₹1,010
Uttarakhand	₹1,010
West Bengal	₹370
Andaman & Nicobar Islands	₹520
Chandigarh	₹1,503
Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu	From ₹50 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Delhi (NCT)	From ₹135 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Jammu & Kashmir	From ₹400 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Ladakh	From ₹400 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Lakshadweep	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000
Puducherry	From ₹500 for authorized capital of up to ₹1,00,000

Among the states listed above, Gujarat has one of the lowest stamp duty rates, making it more affordable to register a Pvt Ltd company in Gujarat than in many other states. In contrast, a company registration in Madhya Pradesh generally attracts one of the highest stamp duty charges, increasing the overall cost of incorporation.

Tip: The MCA V3 portal automatically calculates the correct stamp duty based on your registered office state/UT and authorized share capital, so you do not need to calculate it manually.

Professional Charges for a Private Limited Company

Professional charges refer to fees that third-party service providers charge for assisting with your company’s incorporation. At RegisterKaro, these fees start from just ₹1,999 for Indian clients, while many service providers typically charge ₹3,000–₹5,000 or more for similar incorporation services. The exact fee depends on the service provider, the number of directors, and the scope of services.

If your company has foreign or NRI directors or shareholders, the charges are usually higher because the documents require notarization, apostille, or consularization before filing.

Typical professional services include:

Drafting the MOA and AOA
Preparing and filing SPICe+ forms
DSC application support
DIN allotment
AGILE-PRO-S filing
PAN and TAN processing
Follow up with the MCA

Although hiring a professional is optional, many founders choose it to reduce errors in the SPICe+ application. Accurate documentation and timely responses to MCA queries can help avoid resubmissions and keep the incorporation process on schedule.

Private Limited Company Registration Cost vs Other Business Structures

The table below compares the typical Private Limited Company registration cost in India with other popular business entities:

Business Structure	Typical Registration Cost	Comparison with a Private Limited Company
Private Limited Company	₹6,000–₹15,000	Standard benchmark with investor-friendly structure
One Person Company (OPC)	₹6,000–₹12,000	Slightly lower cost; suitable for solo entrepreneurs
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)	₹7,000–₹15,000	Similar incorporation cost; generally lower annual compliance
Public Limited Company	₹15,000–₹30,000+	Higher cost due to stricter compliance and regulatory requirements

What Affects the Cost of Private Limited Company Registration?

The fees for Private Limited Company Registration vary from one business to another. Your final registration cost mainly depends on the following factors:

Authorized Share Capital: The MCA charges no incorporation filing fee for authorised share capital up to ₹15 lakh. Above this limit, MCA filing fees apply as per the prescribed fee slabs.
State of Registration: Stamp duty on the MOA, AOA, and SPICe+ forms varies across states and Union Territories. As a result, the same company may cost more to register in one state than another.
Number of Directors: Every director must obtain a Class 3 DSC, with the cost typically starting from ₹1,500 per director. Adding more directors increases the overall company registration cost.
Foreign or NRI Directors: If your company has foreign or NRI directors or shareholders, additional costs apply for notarization, apostille, or consularization of documents.

Wondering how much registering your Pvt Ltd Company will actually cost? RegisterKaro’s experts help you calculate the exact government fees, stamp duty, and professional charges based on your authorised share capital, state of registration, and business requirements. Contact us today for a transparent cost estimate and end-to-end Private Limited Company registration support!

Joel Dsouza

Joel Dsouza is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and compliance expert with over 7 years of hands-on experience in company registration, tax structuring, GST, ROC filings, and MCA compliance. As a qualified member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and Co-Founder at RegisterKaro, he has personally advised more than 1,000 startups and SMEs across India, helping founders navigate incorporation, regulatory frameworks, and financial planning from Day 1. With deep expertise across all three levels of Finance and Portfolio Management, Joel is committed to promoting financial literacy and simplifying India's startup ecosystem through clear, actionable guidance that entrepreneurs can act on immediately.