• The registration of a One Person Company (OPC) in India involves submitting specific documents to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through the Registrar of Companies (RoC). Here is a list of key documents required for OPC registration:

    1. Director’s Documents:

    1.1 Identity Proof:

    • Aadhar Card (for Indian residents)
    • Passport (for foreign nationals)
    • Voter ID
    • Driving License

    1.2 Address Proof:

    • Latest utility bill (electricity, gas, water) or property tax receipt for the registered office.
    • Rent agreement (in case of rented premises).
    • No-objection certificate (NOC) from the property owner (if applicable).

    1.3 Photographs:

    • Recent passport-sized photographs of the sole director and nominee.

    2. Name Reservation:

    2.1 Name Reservation Application:

    • File the application for name reservation (INC-1) with the MCA. Provide alternative names if the primary choice is not available.

    3. Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA):

    3.1 Draft MoA and AoA:

    • Draft the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA) for the OPC. These documents outline the objectives and rules governing the company.

    4. Affidavit and Consent of the Director:

    4.1 Affidavit:

    • An affidavit from the proposed director stating that he/she has not been declared as a proclaimed offender and that no criminal proceedings are pending against him/her.

    4.2 Consent:

    • Consent to act as a director and declaration of his/her eligibility to become a director in Form INC-3.

    5. Nominee Consent:

    5.1 Consent of Nominee:

    • Consent of the nominated person to act as a nominee in Form INC-3.

    6. Address Proof for Registered Office:

    6.1 Utility Bill:

    • Latest utility bill (electricity, gas, water) or property tax receipt for the registered office.

    6.2 Rent Agreement:

    • Rent agreement and a copy of the landlord’s utility bill (in case of rented premises).

    7. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC):

    7.1 For Director:

    • Digital Signature Certificates are required for the director for online submission of documents.

    8. Other Documents:

    8.1 Stamp Duty:

    • Payment of stamp duty based on the authorized capital. The stamp duty varies based on the state in which the registered office is located.

    Note:

    • All documents must be submitted in the prescribed format and filed electronically on the MCA portal.
    • Documents related to identity and address proof must be self-attested.
    • The requirements and process may be subject to updates, so it’s advisable to check the latest guidelines from the MCA or consult with professionals for accurate and up-to-date information.

    Engaging with professionals, such as chartered accountants or company secretaries, can help ensure that all required documents are in order and compliance with the regulatory requirements.