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Public Limited Company Registration

Build a company that can raise from the public, not just from you.

A Public Limited Company (PLC) is a corporate structure permitted to offer its shares to the general public and, once listed, trade them freely on a recognised stock exchange. It sits at the top of the corporate ladder — governed by stricter disclosure norms than a private company, but rewarded with access to public capital, unlimited shareholders, and a scale of credibility that private structures simply can't match.

From drafting your Memorandum and Articles of Association to filing SPICe+ with the Registrar of Companies and securing your Certificate of Commencement of Business, we manage the entire incorporation lifecycle — so your board can focus on running the business, not chasing paperwork.

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Registrar of Companies LIVE FILING
Public Limited Co.
Incorporation & listing-readiness snapshot
Entity TypePublic Limited
Min. Shareholders7+
JurisdictionIndia
StatusActive
Filed ByHisho & Kanri
7+Members
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Every category of Public Limited Company, explained

"Public Limited" isn't a single mould — it covers everything from a freshly incorporated unlisted PLC to a stock-exchange-listed giant. Here's how the categories differ.

Listed Public Limited Company

Shares are traded on a recognised stock exchange such as the NSE or BSE, giving shareholders liquidity and the company continuous public valuation.

Highest Visibility

Unlisted Public Limited Company

Incorporated as a public company with the freedom to raise capital from more than 200 members, but its shares aren't yet traded on any exchange.

Most Common

Holding & Subsidiary PLC

A public company that controls the board or majority shareholding of one or more subsidiary entities as part of a wider corporate group.

Government Company

A public company in which the central or state government holds not less than 51% of the paid-up share capital, subject to additional statutory oversight.

Foreign-Holding PLC

An Indian-incorporated public company with significant foreign shareholding, formed to route FDI while retaining public-company governance standards.

Public Company Limited by Guarantee

Members commit to a fixed guarantee amount payable only on winding up, commonly used for large member-based or professional bodies.

Deemed Public Company

A private company that automatically attracts public-company compliance once it crosses prescribed shareholding or investment thresholds.

Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) PLC

A growth-stage public company that lists on an SME exchange platform, a common stepping stone before a main-board listing.

The Process

From board resolution to commencement, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between deciding to go public and receiving your Certificate of Commencement of Business.

1

Structure & Feasibility Review

We confirm a public company genuinely fits your capital-raising and governance goals before a single form is filed.

2

Name Reservation

We check availability and reserve your proposed name ending in "Limited" via the RUN or SPICe+ Part A service, clear of trademark conflicts.

3

Director & Shareholder Documentation

Identity, address, and photograph proofs are collected from all directors and the minimum seven subscribers to the memorandum.

4

DSC & DIN Application

Every director receives a Digital Signature Certificate and Director Identification Number, required to sign statutory forms electronically.

5

Drafting MOA & AOA

Your Memorandum and Articles of Association are drafted to define objects, share capital, and internal governance before filing.

6

SPICe+ Incorporation Filing

The complete incorporation application, along with PAN, TAN, and EPFO/ESIC registration, is filed electronically with the Registrar of Companies.

7

Certificate of Incorporation

Once approved, the ROC issues your Certificate of Incorporation and Corporate Identification Number (CIN) — legal proof the company now exists.

8

Commencement of Business & Bank Account

We file the declaration for Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) and open your current account, so you can legally start operations.

Eligibility

Who can register a Public Limited Company?

Public companies carry a higher compliance bar than private ones by design — here's the baseline every promoter and director needs to meet.

Minimum 7 Shareholders

A public company must have at least seven subscribers to the memorandum, with no upper limit on total shareholders.

Minimum 3 Directors

At least three directors are required, and at least one must have stayed in India for a minimum prescribed period in the previous year.

Registered Office Address

A valid office address in India, capable of receiving official correspondence from the Registrar of Companies.

DSC & DIN for Every Director

Each proposed director needs a valid Digital Signature Certificate and Director Identification Number before filing.

No Prior Disqualification

Directors must not be disqualified by the registrar due to past non-compliance, fraud, or insolvency proceedings.

Lawful, Clearly Defined Objects

The proposed business activities must be legal and precisely stated in the Memorandum of Association.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

With seven-plus subscribers and multiple directors in the mix, gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up incorporation.

PAN Card

Of all directors and subscribers

Aadhaar / ID Proof

For identity verification

Passport

Mandatory for foreign directors or shareholders

Address Proof

Bank statement or utility bill

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo

Registered Office Proof

Rent agreement or property title deed

Utility Bill

Recent electricity or water bill

Draft MOA & AOA

Defining objects, capital, and governance

Why It's Worth It

What going public actually buys you

Beyond the legal formality, a public company structure changes the scale your business can operate at — and how it's perceived while doing it.

Access to Public Capital

Raise funds from the general public through share issues or an IPO

Limited Liability

Shareholders' personal assets stay protected from business debts

Separate Legal Entity

The company can own assets, contract, and sue in its own name

Free Transferability of Shares

Shares can be bought, sold, or transferred without restriction

Perpetual Succession

The company continues regardless of ownership or board changes

Enhanced Credibility

Stricter disclosure norms build faster trust with big clients

Attracts Top Talent

Offer ESOPs backed by tradeable equity to recruit senior hires

Scale & Expansion

Listing status makes mergers, acquisitions, and expansion easier

After Registration

Staying compliant, year after year

Public companies face a materially heavier compliance calendar than private ones — here's what keeps your company in good standing afterward.

Annual ROC Filing

Annual Return (MGT-7) and financial statements (AOC-4) filed with the Registrar of Companies.

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

A mandatory AGM held each financial year to approve accounts and appointments.

Board Meetings

At least four board meetings held and formally minuted each financial year.

SEBI & Listing Compliance

Continuous disclosure, insider-trading, and listing-agreement obligations once shares are listed.

Statutory Audit

Independent audit of accounts by a qualified chartered accountant every year.

Income Tax & GST Returns

Timely filing of income tax returns and, where applicable, periodic GST returns.

Why Hisho & Kanri

Public company filings handled by people who do this daily

We've filed enough public company incorporations across India, Singapore, and Malaysia to know exactly where things usually go wrong — and how to avoid it.

Experienced Company Secretaries

Chartered accountants and company secretaries who handle public company filings weekly.

Fast SPICe+ Processing

MOA, AOA, and incorporation forms reviewed and filed without back-and-forth delays.

Transparent Pricing

Clear packages with no hidden government-fee or stamp-duty surprises.

Full Visibility

You see every filing and status update, not just a final certificate.

Dedicated Relationship Manager

One point of contact from your first call through incorporation and ongoing compliance.

Secure Documentation

Director and shareholder documents handled under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about Public Limited Company registration

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's a company that can offer its shares to the general public and, once listed, have them traded freely on a recognised stock exchange.

A PLC needs more shareholders and directors, faces stricter disclosure rules, and can invite the public to subscribe to its shares — a private company cannot.

A minimum of seven shareholders and three directors, with no upper cap on shareholder numbers once incorporated.

Typically 12 to 20 working days once documents, DSCs, and the MOA/AOA are in order, though timelines vary with registrar workload.

Identity and address proof for every director and subscriber, photographs, registered office proof, and drafts of the MOA and AOA — see the Documents section above.

No. You can operate as an unlisted public company indefinitely, and pursue an IPO later once you're ready to raise capital publicly.

Yes, subject to additional documentation such as an apostilled passport and, in most cases, at least one resident Indian director on the board.

There's no statutory minimum paid-up capital today — you can start with an amount that suits your business and funding plan.

Annual ROC filings, a mandatory AGM, quarterly board meetings, statutory audits, and SEBI compliance if listed — see the Compliance section above.

Because we handle public company filings daily across three countries, keep you informed at every stage, and stay on for compliance long after incorporation.