Bengaluru is India's startup capital with a thriving ecosystem. If you're planning to start a business, this guide covers everything about startup registration in Bengaluru - from choosing the right business structure to compliance requirements. Balu Associates has helped hundreds of startups get registered and compliant.

Types of Business Structures in India

1. Sole Proprietorship

• Best for: Small businesses, freelancers
• Liability: Unlimited personal liability
• Registration: No formal registration required
• Compliance: Minimal

2. Partnership Firm

• Best for: Small to medium businesses with 2+ partners
• Liability: Unlimited joint liability
• Registration: Optional but recommended
• Compliance: Moderate

3. Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

• Best for: Professional services, consulting firms
• Liability: Limited to contribution
• Registration: Mandatory with MCA
• Compliance: Moderate

4. Private Limited Company

• Best for: Startups seeking funding, scalable businesses
• Liability: Limited to share capital
• Registration: Mandatory with MCA
• Compliance: High but structured

Private Limited Company Registration Process

1. Obtain DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) for all directors
2. Apply for DIN (Director Identification Number)
3. Name Reservation through RUN (Reserve Unique Name)
4. File SPICe+ Form with MCA
5. Submit MOA and AOA
6. Receive Certificate of Incorporation
7. Apply for PAN and TAN
8. Open Bank Account

Documents Required for Company Registration

• PAN Card of all directors
• Aadhaar Card of all directors
• Passport-size photographs
• Address proof (Passport/Voter ID/Driving License)
• Registered office address proof
• NOC from property owner
• Utility bill (not older than 2 months)

MSME/Udyam Registration

Udyam Registration (formerly MSME registration) provides various benefits to small businesses:

MSME Classification

Category	Investment	Turnover
Micro	Up to ₹1 Crore	Up to ₹5 Crore
Small	Up to ₹10 Crore	Up to ₹50 Crore
Medium	Up to ₹50 Crore	Up to ₹250 Crore

Benefits of MSME Registration

• Priority sector lending from banks
• Lower interest rates on loans
• Government tender preference
• Subsidy on patent registration
• Protection against delayed payments
• Tax benefits and exemptions

Startup India Registration

Register under Startup India initiative for additional benefits:

• Tax exemption for 3 consecutive years
• Self-certification for labor and environment laws
• Fast-track patent application
• Easy winding up process
• Access to Fund of Funds

Eligibility for Startup India

• Entity should be less than 10 years old
• Annual turnover less than ₹100 crore
• Working towards innovation or improvement
• Not formed by splitting or reconstruction

Essential Registrations for Startups

1. Company/LLP Registration - Legal entity formation
2. PAN & TAN - Tax identification
3. GST Registration - If turnover exceeds threshold
4. MSME/Udyam Registration - For benefits
5. Startup India Registration - For tax benefits
6. Professional Tax Registration - State-specific
7. Shop & Establishment License - For office
8. ESI & PF Registration - If hiring employees

Startup Registration Costs in Bengaluru

Registration	Government Fee	Professional Fee
Private Limited Company	₹5,000 - ₹15,000	₹8,000 - ₹15,000
LLP Registration	₹3,000 - ₹8,000	₹6,000 - ₹10,000
GST Registration	Free	₹999 - ₹2,000
MSME Registration	Free	₹500 - ₹1,000
Startup India	Free	₹1,000 - ₹2,000

Startup Services by Balu Associates

• ✅ Company/LLP Registration - End-to-end support
• ✅ MSME/Udyam Registration
• ✅ Startup India Registration
• ✅ GST Registration & Filing
• ✅ Accounting & Bookkeeping
• ✅ Annual Compliance - ROC filings, ITR, GST
• ✅ Payroll & ESI/PF