What is an Indian Subsidiary?
An Indian Subsidiary Company is a company registered in India that is controlled by a foreign parent company. The foreign company can hold 100% equity in most sectors under the automatic route of FDI (Foreign Direct Investment).
Setting up an Indian subsidiary allows foreign companies to operate in India while enjoying limited liability protection and access to the growing Indian market.
Benefits of Indian Subsidiary
Limited Liability
Parent company's liability is limited to its investment in the subsidiary.
Market Access
Direct access to India's 1.4 billion consumer market.
Tax Benefits
Eligible for various tax incentives and Double Taxation Avoidance.
Repatriation
Profits can be repatriated to parent company after taxes.
Local Presence
Enhances credibility with Indian customers and partners.
100% FDI
Most sectors allow 100% foreign ownership under automatic route.
Requirements
Minimum 2 Directors
At least one director must be resident in India
Minimum 2 Shareholders
Foreign parent company can be a shareholder
Registered Office
Must have registered office address in India
Capital
No minimum capital requirement (recommended ₹1 Lakh)
Documents Required
Foreign Parent Company
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Board Resolution for investment
- MOA & AOA (Apostilled)
- Directors' passport copies
- Address Proof of company
Indian Directors
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport (if foreign)
- Address Proof
- DIN (or we'll obtain)
Registration Process
Document Preparation
Apostille foreign documents, prepare board resolutions.
DIN & DSC
Obtain Director Identification Number and Digital Signatures.
Name Approval
Reserve company name with MCA through SPICe+ form.
Incorporation Filing
File SPICe+ with MOA, AOA, and all required documents.
Certificate of Incorporation
Receive COI with CIN, PAN, and TAN from MCA.
Post-Incorporation
Bank account, FC-GPR filing, GST registration.
Our Pricing
Standard
+ Govt. Fees(excl. Digital Signature Certificate)
- Company Incorporation
- Only GST Registration
- 1 Year AFC
- Call, Chat, Email Support
- No hidden charges
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an Indian resident as director?
Yes, at least one director must be resident in India (stayed in India for 182+ days in the previous calendar year). We can help you find a nominee resident director if needed.
Is there any minimum capital requirement?
There's no minimum capital requirement under the Companies Act. However, we recommend at least ₹1 Lakh authorized capital based on your business needs.
What is FC-GPR filing?
FC-GPR (Foreign Currency - Gross Provisional Return) is a mandatory RBI filing within 30 days of receiving foreign investment. It reports the FDI received by the Indian company.