Sole proprietorship

A business structure called a sole proprietorship allows one person to own and run the company. The owner is legally liable for all of the company's obligations and liabilities, and there is no separation between the owner and the business.

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Sole Proprietorship Registration

Without a doubt, one of the most well-liked business models in India is the sole proprietorship. The business process is smoother since, in contrast to other organisations, it abides by less compliances. One individual is in charge of managing every aspect of the business in this type of organisational structure. The owner of a sole proprietorship must give permission for any outside parties to intervene in any area of the firm or the way it is being run.

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Benefit of Sole Proprietorship Registration

Different benefits are provided by each business form. The sole proprietorship business model provides its owners with the following major advantages.

Generally Simple To Establish

There is no registration process required for an applicant who wants to manage their business affairs as a Sole Proprietor. To operate lawfully, they just need to get licences or registrations that are specific to their line of work.

Guaranteeing no profit distribution

The sole proprietors act as the only owners of their companies and have complete control over their financial results.

Making Decisions Easily

In terms of decision-making, sole proprietorship businesses outweigh other business models. It grants the owner total authority to make any decision on corporate activities without interference from anyone else.

No auditing is necessary for low-income businesses

The financial records of a business owned and operated by one person are not subject to mandatory auditing obligations. It only enters into effect after a company's revenue exceeds a predetermined turnover threshold supported by the relevant authority.

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Eligibility Criteria for Sole Proprietorship Registration

Here are the list of Sole Proprietorship Registration eligibility :

  •  NRIs must first receive government approval if they are a single owner.
  •  A Genuine and Special Name
  •  An Address for a Registered Office
  •  Suitable Capital
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Process for Sole Proprietorship Registration

The steps to incorporate a sole proprietorship company are as follows:

  • Requesting a PAN card.
  • The next step is to maintain a name for the sole proprietorship business after getting a PAN card, or if the proprietor already has one.
  • The next action is to open a bank account under the company's name. This bank account will be used for all company transactions. return.
  •  A sole proprietorship firm does not need to register specifically to start up, but it does need to secure a few fundamental registrations in order to operate. The fundamental licences needed by a sole proprietorship are:
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Documents Required for Sole Proprietorship Registration

Here are the list of documents required for Sole Proprietorship Registration :

  •  Corresponding paperwork needed to register with the local government
  •  Documentation of GST Registration
  •  Certified by IEC
  •  Licenses issued to conduct business by regulatory bodies such as the pharmaceutical, medical, and other agencies.
  •  Certificate of FSSAI licencing and registration
  •  Utility invoices for things like water and electricity
  •  Rental documentation is necessary if the property is leased out. This documentation is called a NOC (no objection certificate).
  •  A PAN is a Permanent Account Number.
  • Addresses Proved
  •  Details regarding a bank account.
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Documents Required for Start Company

  •  PAN Card
  • Aadhar Card
  •  Bank account details
  •  Bank statements/ passbook
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Frequently Asked Questions

No, the procedure of forming a company in India is entirely online. You do not need to be physically there at all because you can complete all documents electronically. All the necessary forms and documentation must be digitised and sent to us.

Yes, regardless of its revenue, a private limited firm is required to employ an auditor. In fact, within 30 days of formation, an auditor must be engaged. Given that penalties for non-compliance can reach millions of rupees and possibly result in the blacklisting of directors, compliance is crucial for a private limited business.

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs makes available the company's registration certificate online.