Public Limited Company Registration in India
Set up a company structured to raise capital from the public, with a formal board and governance framework. Leegal manages incorporation and initial compliance setup end-to-end.
What Is a Public Limited Company?
A public limited company is registered under the Companies Act, 2013 with the ability to offer its shares to the public, subject to a minimum of seven shareholders and three directors, with no upper limit on the number of shareholders.
It carries a more formal governance structure than a private limited company — including more directors, wider disclosure norms and, in many cases, a mandatory company secretary — which suits larger businesses planning to raise public capital.
| Public Limited Company | Private Limited Company |
|---|---|
| Minimum 7 shareholders, no upper limit | Minimum 2 shareholders, capped at 200 |
| Minimum 3 directors | Minimum 2 directors |
| Can offer shares to the public (subject to rules) | Cannot invite the public to subscribe to shares |
| Broader disclosure and governance requirements | Comparatively lighter compliance load |
Documents Required
Keep these ready before your consultation to speed up drafting and filing.
- PAN and address proof of all directors and shareholders
- Passport-size photographs of directors and shareholders
- Proof of the registered office address
- No-objection certificate from the property owner, if rented
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for directors
- Draft Memorandum & Articles of Association details
How It Works
Free Consultation
We confirm shareholder and director details and explain the structure upfront.
DSC, DIN & Name Reservation
We obtain digital signatures, director IDs and reserve your company name.
Incorporation Filing
We prepare the MOA/AOA and file the incorporation application with the Registrar.
Commencement & Compliance Setup
We help file the commencement of business declaration and set up ongoing compliance.
Incorporation
End-to-end DSC, DIN, name approval and incorporation filing.
Governance Setup
Support setting up your board, company secretary appointment and internal policies.
Annual Compliance
Board meetings, AGM, audits and ROC filings tracked and completed on time.
Why Register Your Public Limited Company With Leegal
- Experienced company secretaries handle drafting and filing, not a generic form.
- Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden charges.
- One dedicated point of contact throughout incorporation.
- Ongoing support for governance and compliance once your company is formed.
Talk to Our Team
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many shareholders and directors does a public limited company need?
A minimum of seven shareholders and three directors is required, with no upper limit on the number of shareholders.
Can a public limited company offer shares to the public immediately after incorporation?
Incorporation alone does not entitle a company to publicly issue shares or list on a stock exchange — that involves a separate, regulated public offer or listing process with additional compliance. Our team can guide you on the practical steps involved.
Is a company secretary mandatory for a public limited company?
Public limited companies are generally required to appoint a whole-time company secretary, depending on their paid-up share capital, along with other governance requirements not applicable to smaller private companies.
What ongoing compliance does a public limited company have?
It typically involves more frequent board meetings, holding an annual general meeting, statutory audit, and more extensive filings with the Registrar of Companies compared to a private limited company.
Can a public limited company be converted from a private limited company?
Yes, a private limited company can be converted into a public limited company as it grows and needs to raise capital more broadly, subject to the applicable procedure under the Companies Act.
Ready to Register Your Public Limited Company?
Talk to our team and get a clear plan for incorporation and governance — no obligation.