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Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in Chennai
File for Indian subsidiary company registration with confidence. I-Pro Solutions provides step-by-step guidance, document checklists, fee breakdown and online.
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7-14 Working Days
₹
Starts from
₹31,799
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Total starting from
₹31,799
Professional + estimated government fee
Professional fee₹28,799 starts with
Government fee (est.)₹3,000 - ₹5,000 (Chennai)
Turnaround7-14 Working Days
Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.
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Total starting from
₹31,799
7-14 Working Days
Prof: ₹28,799•Govt: ₹3,000 - ₹5,000• Guaranteed
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About this service
Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in Chennai is a key regulatory filing administered by Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA); Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for FEMA reporting; DPIIT for FDI policy interpretation.. Filing is executed via SPICe+ (INC-32) Part A + Part B; INC-33 (e-MoA); INC-34 (e-AoA); AGILE-PRO-S; **Form FC-GPR** (Foreign Currency-Gross Provisional Return) — filed within 30 days of allotment of shares to non-resident; **Form FC-TRS** (Foreign Currency-Transfer of Shares) — for transfer of shares between resident and non-resident (within 60 days); **Form ESOP** (for employee stock options to non-residents); FLA return (annual Foreign Liabilities and Assets — by 15 July). under Companies Act, 2013 — Sections 3, 4, 5, 7 (incorporation); Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or Issue of Security by a Person Resident Outside India) Regulations, 2017 — Regulations 5, 6, 7, 9 (FDI in private limited company); FEMA (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 (consolidated FDI framework); Foreign Direct Investment Policy (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade — DPIIT); RBI Master Direction on Foreign Investment in India (updated 2024); Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014 — Rule 16 (registered office), Rule 17 (subscriber details).. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
Minimum
- A foreign company (body corporate incorporated outside India) can incorporate a wholly-owned subsidiary (WOS) or a JV with Indian partner. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is permitted under two routes: (a) Automatic Route — most sectors, up to 100% (no prior approval)
- (b) Government Route — sectors on the negative list require prior Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB, now abolished) — current approval authority is the concerned Ministry (DPIIT route). Minimum 2 subscribers (one can be the foreign parent). Minimum 2 directors, at least 1 resident Indian director.
Maximum
- Sectors where FDI is prohibited under FEMA (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 Schedule I: (a) lottery business, (b) gambling and betting, (c) chit funds, (d) nidhi company, (e) trading in transferable development rights, (f) real estate business (other than development of townships/roads), (g) manufacturing of cigars/cigarillos using tobacco, (h) agricultural/plantation activities (except few specified). Sectors with FDI cap: defence (74% under automatic, beyond requires Government approval), broadcasting (49%–100% depending on activity), insurance (74%), print media (26%), etc.
Statutory floor
- Adherence to governing Act
- Transparent statutory fee schedule
- Mandatory periodic audit disclosures
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Investor-Centric AOA Drafting
If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.
Complex Multi-Founder Structuring
Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.
Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine
Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.
Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory
Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.
ESOP Implementation Framework
Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.
Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit
Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.
Government Fee Breakdown
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in Chennai Statutory Fee | ₹3,000 - ₹5,000 | Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority |
| Total Government Fee | ₹3,000 - ₹5,000 | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Fee Component
Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in Chennai Statutory Fee
Amount (₹)
₹3,000 - ₹5,000
Basis / Authority
Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee
₹3,000 - ₹5,000
(for default assumptions stated below)
Government charges only — verified statutory schedule for Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Professional fee separate.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- 1Apostilled (Hague countries) or consularly-notarised (non-Hague) documents of foreign parent - CertiApostilled (Hague countries) or consularly-notarised (non-Hague) documents of foreign parent - Certificate of Incorporation, MoA/AoA of parent;
- 2Board resolution of foreign parent authorising investment and nomination of representative;Board resolution of foreign parent authorising investment and nomination of representative;
- 3Apostilled passport and address proof of foreign subscriber's representative;Apostilled passport and address proof of foreign subscriber's representative;
- 4Indian resident director - PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, photo;Indian resident director - PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, photo;
- 5Registered office proof - utility bill ≤2 months, NOC, rent agreement;Registered office proof - utility bill ≤2 months, NOC, rent agreement;
- 6Class-3 DSC;Class-3 DSC;
- 7Declaration of beneficial ownership (BEN-1 if applicable);Declaration of beneficial ownership (BEN-1 if applicable);
- 8FIRC (Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate) - issued by Indian bank receiving foreign inward remittFIRC (Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate) - issued by Indian bank receiving foreign inward remittance - to be obtained before FC-GPR filing.
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **Customer (foreign parent)**
**Customer (foreign parent)**: Apostille / consularly notarise parent company's COI, MoA/AoA, Board resolution. - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **Customer**
**Customer**: Open escrow account in Indian bank for inward remittance of share application money. - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **Customer**
**Customer**: Remit funds in foreign currency to escrow account - obtain FIRC. - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Procure DSC for resident Indian director and representative of foreign parent. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: File SPICe+ Part A - name reservation (₹1,000). - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Draft MoA with foreign parent as subscriber (equity % as agreed); draft AoA per Table F. - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **Customer**
**Customer**: Sign INC-9, DIR-2 consents (apostilled if signed outside India). - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Obtain valuation report from CA / Merchant Banker - fair value per Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) or comparable company method. - 9I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: File SPICe+ Part B with e-MoA, e-AoA, AGILE-PRO-S, valuation report. - 10I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **MCA**
**MCA**: Issues COI with CIN; allots PAN, TAN, GSTIN, EPFO, ESIC. - 11I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 11: **Customer**
**Customer**: Open bank account; receive share application money from escrow. - 12I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 12: **I-Pro (within 30 days of share allotment)**
**I-Pro (within 30 days of share allotment)**: File Form FC-GPR on RBI FIRMS portal - with FIRC, valuation report, Board resolution, declaration of compliance with FEMA and FDI Policy. - 13Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 13: **I-Pro (annually by 15 July)**
**I-Pro (annually by 15 July)**: File FLA return on RBI FIRMS portal - for all foreign investment received.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up t Penalty: - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day.
- FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh.
- Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default.
- FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication).
- FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order). | Incorporation 7-15 working days (due to foreign do | - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day. - FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh. - Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default. - FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication). - FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order). |
Filing
- FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up t
Penalty: - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day.
- FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh.
- Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default.
- FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication).
- FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order).
Form
Incorporation 7-15 working days (due to foreign doDeadline
- FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day.
- FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh.
- Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default.
- FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication).
- FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order).
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up t | Incorporation 7-15 working days (due to foreign do | - FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day. - FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh. - Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default. - FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication). - FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order). |
Non-compliance
- FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up t
Provision
Incorporation 7-15 working days (due to foreign do
Penalty
- FEMA Section 13(1): contravention - penalty up to 3 times the amount involved (where quantifiable) or ₹2 lakh (where not quantifiable); continuing default - ₹5,000 per day.
- FEMA Section 13(2): contravention of foreign exchange rules - penalty up to ₹1 lakh.
- Companies Act Section 450: ₹100 per day default.
- FC-GPR not filed within 30 days - penalty under FEMA Section 13(1) - typically 3 times the investment amount (subject to adjudication).
- FLA not filed - ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh penalty (RBI compounding order).
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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