Frequently Asked Questions

Typically 7–10 working days from submission of all required documents. SPOTON prepares documents correctly the first time to avoid MCA rejections and delays.

A Private Limited Company is best for investment-backed growth businesses (max 200 shareholders). An LLP suits professional firms — lower compliance, no mandatory audit below ₹40L turnover. An OPC allows a single person to form a corporate entity with limited liability. SPOTON helps you choose the right structure for your goals.

Yes. Foreign nationals can be directors and shareholders of an Indian Private Limited Company. At least one director must be a resident Indian. FDI-compliant companies must follow RBI/FEMA guidelines, which SPOTON's team fully manages.

There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement under the Companies Act 2013. You can incorporate with as little as ₹1 in authorised capital, though ₹1 lakh is commonly used.

A Pvt Ltd company must file annual returns (MGT-7), financial statements (AOC-4), hold an AGM, maintain statutory registers, and comply with income tax and GST requirements. SPOTON manages all ongoing compliance so you never miss a deadline.

Businesses with annual turnover above ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services) must register. Inter-state suppliers, e-commerce sellers, and certain special categories must register regardless of turnover.

₹50 per day (₹20 for nil returns) up to ₹5,000 per return, plus 18% per annum interest on outstanding tax. SPOTON's monthly filing service ensures you never face these penalties.

For individuals (non-audit): 31 July. For businesses requiring tax audit: 31 October. For transfer pricing cases: 30 November. Belated returns attract a late fee of up to ₹5,000.

ITC can be claimed on business-purpose purchases where your supplier has filed returns and the invoice appears in GSTR-2B. ITC is blocked for personal expenses, food, and certain specified items.

The full process takes 18–24 months. However, from the date of filing you can use the ™ symbol and have legal protection as an applicant. SPOTON monitors your application end-to-end.

No. Using ® before registration is a criminal offence under the Trade Marks Act. You may use ™ from the date of filing. The ® symbol is only permitted after the registration certificate is issued.

During the 4-month publication period, any person can file an opposition. SPOTON represents you before the Trade Marks Registry, files a counter-statement and handles the full hearing process.

There are 45 classes under the Nice Classification covering all goods (Classes 1–34) and services (Classes 35–45). You should register in every class relevant to your business. SPOTON advises on class selection to maximise protection.

Late MCA filings attract additional fees (₹100 per day for most forms, no cap). Prolonged non-compliance can lead to the company being struck off the register by the MCA. SPOTON manages all deadlines proactively.

A company name change requires a Board resolution, shareholder approval via special resolution, and filing of Form INC-24 with the MCA. The new name must first be reserved via the RUN service. SPOTON handles the complete process.

Yes. Within the same city: Board resolution + Form INC-22. Within the same state (different RoC): special resolution + Form INC-23 (NCLT approval may be needed). Across states: special resolution + Form MGT-14 + Form INC-23 with NCLT approval.

Our head office is in Kondotty, Kerala — near Calicut International Airport, at 5/260-G, Second Floor, ABC Complex. We also have offices in Chennai, New Delhi, Bengaluru and Saudi Arabia (Jeddah).

Yes. All SPOTON services are available fully online — consultation via video call or WhatsApp, document sharing digitally, and e-signing. You don't need to visit our office unless you prefer in-person consultation.

We actively serve clients in Calicut, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kondotty, Manjeri, Feroke, Ramanattukara, Koyilandy, Tirur and Vadakara. Beyond Kerala, we serve clients across India and NRIs/businesses in UAE, Saudi Arabia and other countries.