Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in Thiruvananthapuram
Register your Indian subsidiary company with FDI-compliant incorporation support. Get MCA name approval, SPICe+ filing, MOA & AOA drafting, PAN & TAN, RBI/FEMA guidance, and ongoing compliance for foreign companies entering India.
10-15
Working days, subject to MCA approval
2+
Directors · 1 Indian resident required
100%
Online documentation and filing support
What you get
A founder-first incorporation desk, not just form filing.
Indian subsidiary registration in Thiruvananthapuram involves MCA name approval, apostilled parent company documents, SPICe+ filing, and RBI/FEMA compliance. We coordinate each step for a seamless market entry.
MCA name approval
We shortlist RUN-compliant private limited names for your subsidiary and file name reservation on the MCA portal.
DSC, DIN & director KYC
Director DSC, DIN, apostilled foreign documents, and registered office proof are verified before SPICe+ filing.
Indian subsidiary incorporation (SPICe+)
MOA & AOA drafting, SPICe+ filing, PAN, TAN, and Certificate of Incorporation with CIN are coordinated end to end.
FDI & post-incorporation
After incorporation we guide RBI/FC-GPR reporting, bank account opening, GST registration, and first-year subsidiary compliance.
Eligibility
Eligibility for Indian subsidiary company registration in Thiruvananthapuram
Meet these requirements under the Companies Act, 2013 and FEMA before your foreign company incorporates a subsidiary in Thiruvananthapuram.
- Foreign parent company must hold more than 50% share capital (wholly owned subsidiary at 100%).
- Minimum 2 directors with at least 1 Indian resident director.
- Minimum 2 shareholders (individuals or corporate entities).
- Registered office address in India is mandatory.
- All directors must be 18+ years; foreign documents require apostille and notarisation where applicable.
Documents
Documents required for Indian subsidiary registration in Thiruvananthapuram
Keep parent company incorporation documents, board resolutions, director KYC, apostilled foreign papers, and registered office proof ready for MCA filing in Thiruvananthapuram.
- Parent company Certificate of Incorporation (apostilled & notarised)
- Board resolution authorising Indian subsidiary formation
- Parent company MOA & AOA and latest audited financials
- Director PAN (Indian nationals) / Passport (foreign nationals, apostilled)
- Director identity and address proof
- Passport-size photographs and DSC for directors
- Registered office proof — utility bill, rent agreement, owner NOC
Packages
Indian subsidiary incorporation packages — pay online
Transparent pricing from Rs. 9,999 plus GST. Government fees, stamp duty, and DSC charges are borne by the client as applicable. Pay securely via Razorpay — partial payment supported.
Incorporation
Best for market entrySet up your Indian subsidiary company with MCA name approval, SPICe+ incorporation, MOA & AOA drafting, DIN for directors, PAN & TAN, and FDI documentation support.
- Unlimited MCA name approval attempts (RUN)
- MOA & AOA drafting for subsidiary
- SPICe+ incorporation filing
- Up to 3 DINs for directors
- PAN & TAN for the subsidiary
- Certificate of Incorporation & CIN
- FDI / parent company document checklist
- Dedicated incorporation specialist
Incorporation + Compliance
Foreign company favoriteComplete Indian subsidiary incorporation plus first-year compliance — RBI/FEMA guidance, ROC filing calendar, FC-GPR support direction, accounting, and ITR-6 assistance.
- Everything in Incorporation
- DSC for directors (client-borne charges apply)
- RBI FDI / FC-GPR filing guidance
- MGT-7 & AOC-4 compliance calendar
- DIR-3 KYC filing support
- GST registration guidance
- First-year ITR-6 filing direction
- Dedicated compliance manager
Advantages
Benefits of Indian subsidiary company registration in Thiruvananthapuram
An Indian subsidiary offers limited liability, separate legal identity, full operational control, FDI-compliant market access, and credibility with Indian customers, banks, and authorities.
Separate legal entity
Your Indian subsidiary is a distinct company under Indian law — limited liability and independent contracts.
Full market access
Operate, invoice, hire, and expand in India with a structure preferred by banks and enterprise clients.
FDI-compliant structure
Incorporate under automatic FDI routes where permitted, with RBI reporting for foreign investment inflows.
Parent company control
Foreign parent can hold majority or 100% shares while the subsidiary remains a registered Indian entity.
Tax & transfer pricing
Domestic company tax treatment with DTAA benefits; related-party transactions follow transfer pricing rules.
Scalable operations
Supports long-term India growth beyond liaison or branch office models.
Process
A clear MCA Indian subsidiary company registration path from idea to CIN
The Indian subsidiary registration process: DSC and DIN, MCA name reservation, MOA & AOA, SPICe+ filing, Certificate of Incorporation, RBI reporting, and bank account opening.
- 1
DSC & DIN for directors
Obtain Digital Signature Certificates and Director Identification Numbers for all proposed directors before MCA filing.
- 2
MCA name reservation (RUN)
Reserve a unique private limited company name for your Indian subsidiary via the MCA RUN portal.
- 3
MOA, AOA & parent resolutions
Draft Memorandum and Articles of Association aligned with subsidiary objectives and obtain parent company board approval.
- 4
SPICe+ incorporation filing
File SPICe+ on the MCA portal with director details, registered office, apostilled foreign documents, and linked PAN/TAN applications.
- 5
Certificate of Incorporation
Receive Certificate of Incorporation with CIN, PAN, TAN, and commence RBI/FEMA reporting for foreign investment.
- 6
Bank account & post-setup
Open a current bank account, complete FC-GPR reporting via authorised dealer bank, and begin GST registration if applicable.
Compliance calendar
Annual compliance for Indian subsidiary companies in Thiruvananthapuram
After incorporation, plan AGM, MGT-7, AOC-4, statutory audit, ITR-6, DIR-3 KYC, FLA return, GST, and FEMA reporting. Use this calendar for your first year in Thiruvananthapuram.
| Compliance | Typical due date | Form / record |
|---|---|---|
| Annual General Meeting | Within 6 months of financial year end | AGM minutes |
| Annual Return | Within 60 days of AGM | MGT-7 |
| Financial Statements | Within 30 days of AGM | AOC-4 |
| Income Tax Return | Typically 31 October (transfer pricing cases) | ITR-6 |
| Director KYC | 30 September each year | DIR-3 KYC |
| FLA Return (RBI) | 15 July each year | FLA Return |
Comparison
Indian Subsidiary vs Branch Office vs Liaison Office
Compare Indian subsidiary vs branch office vs liaison office to choose the right foreign entry structure for your India expansion plans.
| Feature | Indian Subsidiary | Branch Office | Liaison Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal status | Separate legal entity | Extension of foreign parent | Non-trading presence |
| Liability | Limited | Parent liable | Limited for liaison role |
| Commercial activity | Full operations in India | Limited scope | No revenue generation |
| FDI / RBI compliance | Full FEMA & RBI reporting | Specific approvals | Minimal reporting |
| Best for | Long-term India operations | Project offices | Market research only |
PAN India coverage
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MCA incorporation and registered office can be anywhere in India. Explore localized guides or return to Indian Subsidiary Company Registration in India.
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FAQ
Indian subsidiary registration FAQs in Thiruvananthapuram
Common questions about subsidiary fees, FDI, documents, directors, RBI compliance, taxation, and FCS Filings services in Thiruvananthapuram.
A subsidiary is a company in which a foreign parent holds more than 50% of share capital and controls the board or voting rights, incorporated as a separate legal entity under the Companies Act, 2013.
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