Incorporation is not the end of the setup process — it is the beginning of a compliance calendar that runs in parallel with the business. A startup that does not manage its MCA filings, board procedures, and shareholder records correctly will face compounding remediation costs when investor due diligence surfaces the gaps.
We provide end-to-end compliance management for startups from the post-incorporation stage through to their first fundraise and beyond — ensuring the company is always investor-ready.
What We Manage
Post-Incorporation Setup
First board meeting resolutions, appointment of auditor (ADT-1), adoption of MoA/AoA, DIN activation, and bank account mandate — the mandatory steps within the first 30 days.
DPIIT Recognition
Application on the Start-up India portal with eligibility documentation. DPIIT recognition unlocks tax benefits under Section 80IAC, Angel Tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib), and IPR fast-tracking.
Annual Filings (MGT-7A / AOC-4)
Small companies and eligible startups use the simplified MGT-7A form. We manage the full annual return and financial statement filing cycle.
Board and Shareholder Meetings
Board meeting notices, agenda, minutes, and attendance records. Extraordinary General Meetings for allotments, appointments, and structural changes.
Statutory Registers
Register of Members updated for every share issuance. Register of Directors maintained for all KMP changes. Share certificates issued with proper documentation.
Allotment Filings (PAS-3)
Each round of share allotment — including for ESOPs, angels, or institutional investors — requires PAS-3 filing within 15 days of allotment. Managed with supporting board resolutions.
Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC)
Annual KYC for all founders and investor-nominated directors holding active DINs — tracked and completed before the 30 September deadline each year.
Why Investor-Readiness Is a Compliance Issue
When an investor's counsel conducts due diligence before issuing a term sheet, the first documents reviewed are the MCA filings and statutory registers. Missing annual returns, unsigned minutes, unissued share certificates, or incorrect allotment records are the most common red flags that delay or reprice rounds.
Angel Tax under Section 56(2)(viib) can be triggered when shares are issued at a premium above the fair market value to non-DPIIT-recognised investors. DPIIT recognition — combined with proper documentation — removes this risk for eligible startups. The window to apply is open from day one of incorporation.
Our Approach for Startups
Clean from Incorporation
We build the compliance foundation correctly at the start — right MoA/AoA, right ESOP pool clause, right share structure — avoiding amendments later when investor counsel is watching.
DPIIT Application Support
We prepare and submit the DPIIT recognition application, ensuring the eligibility documentation is in order and the business description is correctly framed.
Ongoing Annual Compliance
Annual filings, board meeting procedures, and director KYC are managed as a retainer — one less thing for founders to track during the building phase.
Pre-Round Compliance Review
Before any fundraise, we conduct a targeted compliance review to identify and address any gaps that would surface in due diligence — before the investor's counsel finds them.
What You Get
- DPIIT recognition with Angel Tax exemption and 80IAC tax benefit eligibility
- Clean MCA filing record — no missed deadlines, no late fees, no gaps
- Share allotments, ESOPs, and board resolutions documented correctly from day one
- Pre-round due diligence readiness — no compliance-related deal delays
- Founders free to focus on the business, not the compliance calendar