How much does it cost to register a company in Delhi?

The total cost depends on the structure, number of directors, authorised capital and professional fees. It is made up of digital signature charges, government and stamp-duty fees, and the advisor's professional fee. Because these vary, the most accurate figure comes from a quick quote based on your specific case.

Are there any recurring costs after registration?

Yes. Companies have annual compliance costs — ROC filings, statutory audit, accounting and income-tax return filing. Budgeting for these from year one prevents penalties later.

Is LLP registration cheaper than a Private Limited Company?

LLP registration and ongoing compliance are generally lighter and lower-cost than a Private Limited Company, which is why bootstrapped service businesses often prefer it. However, an LLP cannot raise equity funding.

Does authorised capital affect the cost?

Yes. Government fees and stamp duty are linked to the authorised capital, so a higher authorised capital increases the registration cost. Many startups begin with a modest authorised capital and increase it later.

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Company Registration Cost in Delhi 2026: Government Fees & Professional Charges Explained

By CA Neeraj Rohilla, FCAUpdated May 20266 min read

In short

The cost of registering a company in Delhi has three parts: digital signature charges, government & stamp-duty fees (which rise with authorised capital), and your advisor's professional fee. The exact total depends on your structure, number of directors and capital — so a fixed quote beats a generic number online. Don't forget recurring costs after registration: annual ROC filings, audit, accounting and tax returns.

"How much will it cost?" is the first question most Delhi founders ask — and the honest answer is "it depends on a few choices you control." Here's exactly what makes up the bill so you can budget accurately and avoid surprises.

The three components of registration cost

1. Digital Signature Certificates (DSC)

Each proposed director needs a DSC to sign the electronic forms. This is a per-director cost and is usually one of the smaller line items.

2. Government & stamp-duty fees

These are statutory charges paid to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the state, and they're linked to your authorised capital — the higher the authorised capital, the higher the fee. Stamp duty also varies by the state in which the registered office sits. This is why two companies registered the same week can pay different amounts.

3. Professional fees

This covers your advisor's work: name reservation, drafting the MoA/AoA, preparing and filing SPICe+, and seeing the application through to the Certificate of Incorporation. It varies with the complexity of your case and the firm.

What changes the total?

Structure — an LLP is typically cheaper to register and run than a Private Limited Company (see our Pvt Ltd vs LLP vs OPC comparison)
Number of directors — more directors means more DSCs and KYC
Authorised capital — higher capital raises government fees and stamp duty
Add-ons — GST registration, trademark, or DPIIT recognition can be bundled in

The costs founders forget

Registration is a one-time spend; running a compliant company is ongoing. Budget from year one for:

Annual ROC / MCA filings
Statutory audit (for companies)
Monthly or quarterly bookkeeping and GST/TDS filing
Income-tax return filing — see ITR Advisory

Good news for eligible startups: DPIIT recognition can unlock a 100% income-tax holiday for three years and reduce certain compliance costs — often outweighing the registration spend.

How to get an exact figure

Because the government component depends on your capital and state, and professional fees depend on scope, the most reliable cost is a quote built around your plan. Our Saket team gives Delhi NCR founders a clear, all-in number with no hidden charges — see Company Registration or call us.

Note: this article explains how registration costs are structured and is not a fee quotation. Government fees and stamp duty are set by the relevant authorities and can change.

How Startup Advisory Can Help

Startup Advisory is a CA-led firm in Saket, New Delhi that registers companies for founders across Delhi NCR at transparent, fixed fees — no hidden charges, no surprises after you have paid:

All-inclusive company registration — DSC, name approval, SPICe+, PAN and TAN — in about 5–7 working days.
A clear, fixed quote up front so you know the exact cost before you start.
The right entity choice (Pvt Ltd, OPC or LLP) so you do not overpay on compliance later.
A named Chartered Accountant who handles the whole filing.

Call 9311972982 or book a free consultation for an exact, fixed-fee quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

It depends on structure, number of directors, authorised capital and professional fees. The bill is made up of DSC charges, government & stamp-duty fees, and the advisor's professional fee — so a tailored quote is the most accurate figure.

Yes — annual ROC filings, statutory audit, accounting and income-tax returns. Budgeting for these from year one prevents penalties.

Generally yes — LLP registration and ongoing compliance are lighter. But an LLP cannot raise equity funding, so weigh cost against your growth plans.

Yes. Government fees and stamp duty rise with authorised capital, so many startups begin with a modest capital and increase it later.

For a Private Limited Company with authorised capital up to Rs. 15 lakh, the MCA charges no incorporation fee – so the government component is mainly state stamp duty on the MoA, AoA and forms. Your remaining spend is DSC charges and the professional fee.

A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate typically costs around Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 2,000 per director and is valid for one to two years. It is usually one of the smaller line items in the total.

Yes. Stamp duty is payable on the MoA, AoA and incorporation form, and the amount varies by the state where the registered office is located and by the authorised capital. Two companies registered in different states can pay different stamp duty.

OPC and Pvt Ltd registration costs are broadly similar. An OPC can be set up with a single director and one DSC, so it is often marginally cheaper than a two-director Private Limited Company, but the government fee structure is the same.

There is no fully free registration, but the MCA levies no incorporation fee for authorised capital up to Rs. 15 lakh, so costs are already modest. DPIIT-recognised startups also get a 100% income-tax holiday for three years and other concessions that can outweigh the setup cost.

GST registration itself carries no government fee anywhere in India. If you ask an advisor to prepare and file it, you pay only a professional fee, which is often bundled with incorporation.

Plan for annual ROC and MCA filings, a statutory audit, monthly or quarterly bookkeeping and GST filing where applicable, and the income-tax return. The exact figure depends on transaction volume, but budgeting for it from year one avoids penalties.

Yes. Certain preliminary and incorporation expenses can be amortised as a tax deduction over five years under Section 35D of the Income-tax Act, subject to conditions. Keep proper invoices so your accountant can claim them correctly.

About the author: CA Neeraj Rohilla, FCA

Co-Founder & Chartered Accountant, Startup Advisory — Saket, New Delhi

CA Neeraj Rohilla is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) and a co-founder of Startup Advisory. He leads the firm's work on company registration, Startup India (DPIIT) recognition, income-tax advisory and virtual CFO services for founders across Delhi NCR.

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