01 Discovery & Structure Lock-In
We understand the and business model, then recommend the right state.
- Clarify business objects and product/service lines.
- Decide shareholding split and director mix.
- Check name availability & trademark conflicts.
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INDIA ENTRY PRICING
REGISTER THE SUBSIDIARY COMPANY (Indian Parent Company / Domestic Subsidiary)
₹14,999
+ GOVT. FEES
- NAME RESERVATION (SPICE+ PART A)
- DRAFTING & FILING: SPICE+ PART B, EMOA, EAOA, AGILE (PAN/TAN/EPFO/ESIC/GST as applicable)
- DSC & DIN ASSISTANCE FOR DIRECTORS
- CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION, PAN, TAN
- MOA/AOA DRAFTING
- FILING BY THE EXPERT
REGISTER THE SUBSIDIARY COMPANY (Foreign Parent Company / FDI Subsidiary)
₹49,999
+ GOVT. FEE
- EVERYTHING IN THE BASIC PLAN
- LEGAL OPINION ON FDI STRUCTURE & FEMA COMPLIANCE
- DRAFTING OF CHARTER DOCUMENTS (MOA/AOA) AS PER RBI & MCA
- INDIAN DIRECTOR APPOINTMENT + RESIDENT NOMINEE GUIDANCE
- FOREIGN SHAREHOLDING ROUTE DOCUMENTATION
- APOSTILLED / NOTARIZED DOCUMENTS (GUIDANCE)
- FDI REPORTING (FORM FC-GPR) TO RBI
- PAN, TAN, & GST REGISTRATION
**Please note:** all the prices listed on the platform are excluding GST. Government fees (MCA, Stamp Duties, etc.) are additional as per actuals.
Incorporate Your Subsidiary Company the Right Way
Whether your parent company is in India or overseas, NoLegalPaisa gives you an end-to-end, compliance-ready route to set up your subsidiary with clean paperwork, FEMA/RBI alignment and ongoing support.
What type of subsidiary do you want to set up?
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You can switch anytime – we’ll highlight the extra FEMA/RBI layers when the parent is foreign.
Journey for Subsidiary with Indian Parent Company
02 Incorporation-Ready Checklist
Before we touch SPICe+ forms, we ensure all KYC, group board resolutions and support documents are complete.
- Collect KYC of proposed directors & shareholders.
- Draft group board resolution authorising subsidiary set-up.
- Freeze registered office details & proof.
03 SPICe+ Filing & Charter Drafts
Our CS-led desk drafts and files appropriate documents.
- Name reservation (SPICe+ Part A).
- Drafting MOA/AOA with group-approved objects & share structure.
- AGILE filing for statutory registrations in one shot.
04 Approvals, Certificates & Handover
Once MCA approves, we hand over a clean incorporation stack.
- Certificate of Incorporation, PAN & TAN.
- First board minutes, share certificates template, statutory register kit.
- Compliance calendar for the first 12 months.
Journey for Subsidiary with Foreign Parent (FDI / Cross-Border)
01 FDI Feasibility & Route Mapping
We evaluate the business sector, FDI caps, entry route (automatic vs approval) and ownership pattern so your structure is FEMA & RBI aligned from Day 1.
- Sectoral cap and pricing guidelines check.
- Shareholding & control analysis (subsidiary vs JV).
- Resident director & nominee requirements mapped.
02 Document & Legalisation Stack
We guide on apostille / notarisation, board resolutions and KYC for the foreign parent so documents are accepted by ROC and AD Bank without re-work.
- Parent company charter docs & incumbency certificates.
- FDI board resolution, authorised signatory & specimen signatures.
- Apostilled / notarised documents & translation, if required.
03 MCA + FDI Documentation
Alongside SPICe+ and charter drafting, we structure MOA/AOA to satisfy both corporate and FEMA requirements, and align banker documentation.
- Draft MOA/AOA as per RBI & MCA norms.
- Resident director appointment & nominee documentation.
- Share subscription, valuation & money-flow planning.
04 FC-GPR & Post-Incorporation Compliance
After capital inflow, we co-ordinate with your AD Bank for FC-GPR filings and ensure PAN, TAN & GST are in place, so the subsidiary can begin operations smoothly.
- FDI reporting (Form FC-GPR) within RBI timelines.
- Statutory registrations (PAN, TAN, GST) & bank account set-up.
- Compliance roadmap for future FDI rounds.
Subsidiary Incorporation Readiness Check (2 minutes)
- Entity & shareholding structure frozen at parent level.
- KYC & IDs of all proposed directors and authorised signatories.
- Registered office finalised (owned / rented) with basic proofs.
- Proposed business objects clearly written in 3–4 lines.
- For foreign parents: apostille / notarisation route identified.
Key Documents You’ll Need
For Indian Directors & Shareholders
- PAN, Aadhaar / Passport, recent utility or bank statement.
- Photographs & email / mobile details for DSC.
- Consent to act as director (DIR-2) and DIN KYC.
For Indian Parent Company
- Certificate of Incorporation & latest MOA/AOA.
- Board resolution approving subsidiary set-up.
- Authorised signatory list & specimen signatures.
For Foreign Parent (FDI Cases)
- Charter documents & incumbency certificate.
- Board resolution, shareholding structure and KYC.
- Apostilled / notarised copies and translations (if needed).
Registered Office
- Rent agreement / ownership papers.
- Latest utility bill (electricity / water / property tax).
- Owner NOC for use as registered office.
What Founders Say About Our Subsidiary Set-Up Support?
“We set up our domestic subsidiary in under four weeks with zero resubmissions. The team handled SPICe+, bank coordination and compliance calendar in one go.”
“For our Europe-based holding company, the FDI paperwork was the scary part. NoLegalPaisa guided us through apostille, FC-GPR and FEMA – the process felt under control.”
“What helped most was the stage-wise communication – discovery note, draft MOA/AOA, then a clear checklist before each filing. Very founder-friendly.”
Easy Guide: Incorporation of Indian Subsidiary Company
Frequently Asked Questions
An Indian subsidiary company is a company incorporated in India, where a foreign
parent company holds at least 50% of the total share capital. It operates under Indian
laws while being controlled by the foreign parent company.
Foreign companies and investors can establish a subsidiary in India, provided they
comply with the Companies Act, 2013, the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), and
other applicable regulations.
• 100% FDI allowed in most sectors
• Limited liability protection for shareholders
• Separate legal identity
• Access to India's growing market
• Perpetual succession ensures continuity
• Limited liability protection for shareholders
• Separate legal identity
• Access to India's growing market
• Perpetual succession ensures continuity
• Wholly-Owned Subsidiary: Parent company owns 100% of shares (allowed only in sectors
permitting 100% FDI).
• Subsidiary Company: Parent company holds at least 50% of shares.
• Subsidiary Company: Parent company holds at least 50% of shares.
• Minimum 2 directors (at least 1 must be an Indian resident)
• Minimum 2 shareholders (can be foreign parent company)
• Registered office in India
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN) for directors
• RBI approval if required
• Minimum 2 shareholders (can be foreign parent company)
• Registered office in India
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN) for directors
• RBI approval if required
1. Obtain DSC for directors
2. Apply for DIN
3. Get Name Approval from MCA
4. Draft and file Incorporation Documents (MoA & AoA)
5. Obtain Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
6. Apply for PAN, TAN, and GST Registration
7. Open a business bank account
2. Apply for DIN
3. Get Name Approval from MCA
4. Draft and file Incorporation Documents (MoA & AoA)
5. Obtain Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
6. Apply for PAN, TAN, and GST Registration
7. Open a business bank account
Typically, the process takes 15–25 working days, depending on document verification
and regulatory approvals.
Yes, at least one director must be an Indian resident. If the foreign parent does not
have an Indian resident director, a nominee director can be appointed.
• Corporate tax: 25.36%
• GST applicable on domestic sales
• Withholding tax on payments to foreign entities
• Transfer pricing rules apply for transactions with the parent company
• GST applicable on domestic sales
• Withholding tax on payments to foreign entities
• Transfer pricing rules apply for transactions with the parent company
Yes, but only in sectors where 100% FDI is allowed under the automatic route.
Restricted sectors require government approval.
Yes, profits can be repatriated after complying with RBI and Income Tax regulations.
Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) may apply.
We provide end-to-end services including:
✅ Name approval & legal documentation
✅ DSC, DIN & company registration
✅ Tax registrations (PAN, TAN, GST)
✅ Regulatory compliance & post-incorporation support
✅ Nominee director services (if needed)
✅ Business banking setup
✅ Name approval & legal documentation
✅ DSC, DIN & company registration
✅ Tax registrations (PAN, TAN, GST)
✅ Regulatory compliance & post-incorporation support
✅ Nominee director services (if needed)
✅ Business banking setup
The cost varies depending on government fees, professional services, and compliance
documentation. Contact NoLegalPaisa for a customized quote.
RBI approval is not required in all cases. It is only needed for sector-specific
regulations or if the foreign investment comes from a country that shares a border
with India.
Indian subsidiaries must comply with:
• Annual returns filing with the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
• Income tax filings under the Income Tax Act, 1961
• GST returns filing (if applicable)
• Annual General Meeting (AGM) requirements
• Appointment of a statutory auditor
• Annual returns filing with the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
• Income tax filings under the Income Tax Act, 1961
• GST returns filing (if applicable)
• Annual General Meeting (AGM) requirements
• Appointment of a statutory auditor
There is no minimum capital requirement for registering a subsidiary. However, the
company must have sufficient funds to carry out its business operations.
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