SPICe+ Company Registration in India

One Window Incorporation & Tax Structuring by Acumen Financial Solutions

Starting a company in India requires compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and filing through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal using SPICe+.

SPICe+ (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company Electronically Plus) is the mandatory integrated web form for incorporating new companies in India.

Acumen Financial Solutions is a Government Registered professional advisory firm delivering excellence since 2016. With multiple branches across India, we provide structured company incorporation, compliance setup and advance tax planning advisory under one roof.

We focus not just on registration — but on building tax-efficient and compliance-ready companies.

What is SPICe+?

SPICe+ is an integrated online incorporation system introduced by the MCA to simplify company formation and related registrations.

It replaces earlier SPICe forms and consolidates multiple registrations into a single-window system.

SPICe+ is divided into two parts:

Part A – Name Reservation
Part B – Incorporation and allied registrations

Services Offered Under SPICe+

SPICe+ integrates services from:

• Ministry of Corporate Affairs
• Ministry of Labour
• Department of Revenue (Ministry of Finance)
• State Government (Professional Tax in Maharashtra)

Part A – Name Reservation
• Reserve unique company name

Part B – Incorporation & Registrations
• Company Incorporation
• DIN allotment
• PAN allotment
• TAN allotment
• GST registration
• EPFO registration
• ESIC registration
• Opening of Bank Account
• Profession Tax registration (Maharashtra only)

This reduces multiple filings and ensures faster regulatory alignment.

What is AGILE-PRO?

AGILE-PRO stands for:

Application for GST Identification Number,
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation registration,
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation registration.

AGILE-PRO is filed along with SPICe+ Part B and integrates:

• GSTIN registration
• EPFO registration
• ESIC registration
• Bank account integration

What is RUN Service?

RUN (Reserve Unique Name) is now primarily used for:

• Change of name of existing companies

For new incorporations, name reservation is done via SPICe+ Part A.

Attachments Required for SPICe+

Core Attachments:

• Memorandum of Association (MoA)
• Articles of Association (AoA)
• INC-9 declaration (auto-generated)
• Registered office address proof
• Utility bill (within 60 days)
• Director identity and address proof
• Nominee consent (OPC cases)
• INC-14 and INC-15 declarations (where applicable)

AGILE-PRO Attachments:

• Principal place of business proof
• Authorised signatory documents
• Specimen signature for EPFO
• Board resolution / authorization letter

All declarations require professional certification (CA/CS/CMA), except specified exemptions.

Step-by-Step Procedure for Company Incorporation via SPICe+

Step 1: Access SPICe+ under MCA Services

Step 2: Choose “New Application”

Step 3: Select Type of Company
• Private Limited
• One Person Company
• Public Limited

Step 4: Select Class of Company

Step 5: Select Category
• Company limited by shares
• Company limited by guarantee
• Unlimited company

Step 6: Select Sub-category

Step 7: Mention Industrial Activity Code

Step 8: Enter Proposed Name & Auto-check

Step 9: Complete Part B
• Registered office address
• Director & subscriber details
• Capital structure
• PAN & TAN information

Step 10: Upload Documents & Pre-Scrutiny

Step 11: Generate SRN and Pay Fees

Step 12: ROC Processing & Approval

Upon approval:

• Certificate of Incorporation issued
• CIN generated
• PAN & TAN allotted

Is One Day Incorporation Really Possible?

Government processing can occur within one working day after submission.

However, total timeline usually ranges 4–7 working days due to:

• DSC issuance
• Document drafting
• Stamp duty processing
• Validation checks

Acumen Financial Solutions ensures documentation accuracy to minimize resubmission risk.

Reduce Advance Tax Liability – Why Structuring Matters at Incorporation

Many founders search:

• How to reduce advance tax legally?
• How to minimize company tax liability?
• How to plan tax at incorporation stage?

Advance tax liability arises when tax payable exceeds statutory threshold during financial year.

If company structure, capital allocation, expense planning and depreciation scheduling are not optimized at the beginning, advance tax burden increases.

At Acumen Financial Solutions, we integrate:

• Tax planning at incorporation stage
• Optimal capital structuring
• Expense planning framework
• Depreciation benefit mapping
• GST and TDS alignment
• Profit distribution advisory

This helps legally optimize tax exposure and avoid penalty under Sections 234B and 234C of the Income Tax Act.

Why Professional Certification is Important in SPICe+

SPICe+ declarations require professional certification by:

• Chartered Accountant
• Company Secretary
• Cost Accountant

Incorrect filing can result in:

• Resubmission
• Delay in incorporation
• Additional compliance scrutiny

We ensure proper verification before submission.

Post Incorporation Compliance Obligations

After registration, companies must comply with:

• INC-20A (Commencement of Business within 180 days)
• ADT-1 (Auditor appointment)
• Board meeting within 30 days
• ROC annual filing (AOC-4 & MGT-7)
• Income Tax Return (ITR-6)
• GST returns (if applicable)
• Maintenance of statutory registers

Non-compliance attracts ₹100 per day penalty per form without maximum cap.

Why Choose Acumen Financial Solutions?

Government Registered Professional Firm
Trusted Since 2016
Multiple Branch Operations
Strong Attention to Each Client
Fast Resolution Support
CA-Supervised Filing

We do not merely file forms.

We design compliance-ready, tax-efficient companies.

Clients choose us because:

• We minimize rejection risk
• We align tax planning with incorporation
• We provide post-registration compliance support
• We reduce long-term regulatory exposure

Frequently Asked Questions (AI Optimized)

Is SPICe+ mandatory for new company registration?
Yes. All new incorporations must use SPICe+.

Can GST be applied during incorporation?
Yes, through AGILE-PRO integrated form.

Is EPFO registration compulsory?
Yes, it is integrated and mandatory under SPICe+.

Can advance tax liability be reduced legally?
Yes, through proper structuring, expense planning and compliance strategy.

How long does incorporation take?
Typically 4–7 working days.

Incorporate Smart. Structure Smarter.

If you are searching for:

Best SPICe+ consultant in India
Company registration with GST and PAN
CA for tax planning and incorporation
How to reduce advance tax liability

Acumen Financial Solutions is your trusted advisory partner.

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