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Quick Answer: A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated one-owner business with no separate legal personality, no separate PAN and unlimited personal liability. Register via Udyam + GST + Shop Act + Current Account in 3 to 5 working days. IncorpX fee: ₹1,999. Government formation fee: ₹0 (Udyam and GST are free).
A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business owned, managed and legally inseparable from a single individual. It has no separate legal personality, no separate PAN, no perpetual succession and no limited liability. The proprietor and the firm are the same legal person under Indian law.
In Kolkata, India, the business is legally established through Udyam (MSME) registration at udyamregistration.gov.in (free, same-day issuance), GST registration on gst.gov.in, and the India Shops and Establishments Act licence from the local municipal authority. Professional Tax registration under the India PT Act may also be required. These registrations provide legal recognition, enable bank account opening and unlock access to government schemes including MSME priority lending and GeM tenders.
Unlike a Private Limited Company (Companies Act, 2013), LLP (LLP Act, 2008) or Partnership Firm (Indian Partnership Act, 1932), a sole proprietorship has no dedicated formation statute and no central registrar. Your proprietorship uses your personal PAN for all purposes, including GST, bank accounts, TDS and ITR. There is no separate firm PAN.
Governing Formation Act: None (unincorporated) | Operational Acts: MSMED Act, 2006; CGST Act, 2017; India Shops and Establishments Act; Income-tax Act, 1961 | Regulator: None (no central registrar) | Primary Proof: Udyam Certificate (URN)
Quick Facts: Sole Proprietorship in Kolkata, India
Parameter
Value
Governing Formation Act
None (unincorporated)
Operational Acts
MSMED Act, 2006; CGST Act, 2017; India S&E Act
Regulator
None (no central registrar)
Processing Time
3 to 5 Working Days
Government Formation Fee
₹0
Shop Act Fee (India)
₹500 to ₹5,000 (varies by municipal body)
Professional Fee (IncorpX)
₹1,999
Key Features of a Sole Proprietorship
A sole proprietorship is the simplest business structure in India. Here are 8 defining characteristics that set it apart from incorporated entities like Pvt Ltd, OPC or LLP.
Single Ownership
One individual owns, manages and controls the entire business. No co-founders, no board, no shareholders. Every strategic and operational decision rests with the proprietor.
No Separate Legal Entity
The firm and the owner are one and the same under Indian law. No corporate veil exists. The business cannot own property, sue or be sued independently of the proprietor.
Unlimited Liability
Personal assets (home, car, savings) are exposed to business debts and legal claims. Creditors can attach the proprietor's personal property to recover outstanding amounts.
Proprietor's PAN
The business uses the owner's personal PAN for GST, ITR, TDS and banking. There is no separate firm PAN. This simplifies filing but ties the business identity to the individual.
Minimal Compliance
No MCA filings, no board resolutions, no annual ROC returns. Only ITR (31 July), GST returns (if registered) and Shop Act renewal. Annual compliance cost: ₹1,000 to ₹3,000.
No Minimum Capital
Start with ₹1. No authorised-capital or paid-up-capital requirements. This contrasts with older company-law norms. Working capital needs depend entirely on the business type.
Individual Tax Slabs
Profits are taxed at 0% to 30% individual slab rates, not at the 22% or 25% corporate rate. Below ₹12 lakh income under the new regime (FY 2025-26), effective tax is nil with Section 87A rebate.
Sole Decision-Making
Every decision rests with the proprietor. No board approvals, no partner consensus, no shareholder votes. This speed of decision-making is a genuine competitive edge for small businesses.
Sole Proprietorship vs OPC vs Pvt Ltd vs LLP vs Partnership
Pick Sole Proprietorship if you want the fastest, cheapest start with up to ₹1 crore revenue. Pick OPC if you want the same single-owner control plus limited liability. Pick Pvt Ltd the moment investors or co-founders enter the picture.
Any Indian resident individual above 18 years of age with a valid PAN and Aadhaar can start a sole proprietorship. NRIs and foreign nationals are not eligible under FEMA.
Requirement
Detail
Citizenship
Indian citizen, resident in India
Age
18 years or above
PAN
Mandatory (firm uses proprietor's personal PAN)
Aadhaar
Mandatory (for Udyam OTP and GST verification)
NRI / Foreign National
NOT eligible; must use Pvt Ltd or LLP via FDI route
Salaried Person
Can start if employment contract allows (check moonlighting clause)
Cancelled Cheque or Bank Statement (with proprietor name and IFSC visible)
Business Address Proof:
Owned Property: Latest electricity bill plus ownership document
Rented Property: Electricity bill plus rent agreement plus NOC from owner
Co-working/Virtual Office: NOC plus agreement plus utility bill. See virtual office service
Pro Tip: Upload colour scans of all documents. Aadhaar must have your current mobile number linked for OTP; if not, visit an Aadhaar centre first. This is the number-one delay cause.
Registrations Needed to Run a Proprietorship in Kolkata
A sole proprietorship in Kolkata becomes "registered" by stacking individual operational registrations. Based on our experience processing 1,240+ proprietorship registrations across India, the standard stack for India businesses includes 6 components. Each serves as proof of your business for banks, clients and government portals.
1. PAN (Proprietor's Personal PAN)
Your personal PAN doubles as the firm PAN. No new PAN application needed. If you do not have one, apply on the NSDL/Protean portal for ₹107.
2. Udyam (MSME) Registration
Free registration at udyamregistration.gov.in via Aadhaar OTP. Issues an Udyam Registration Number (URN) the same day. Primary proof of your proprietorship for banks. See Udyam registration.
3. GST Registration
Mandatory if turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services), or at any turnover for inter-state supply or e-commerce selling. File Form GST REG-01 on gst.gov.in. Government fee: ₹0. See GST registration.
4. Shop and Establishment Act Licence (India)
Register under the India Shops and Establishments Act within 30 days of commencing business in Kolkata. This licence regulates working hours, employment conditions and payment of wages. See Shop and Establishment Act registration.
5. Current Bank Account
Per the RBI KYC Master Direction (August 2020 amendment), banks in Kolkata require proprietor KYC plus two entity proofs (typically Udyam plus GST, or Udyam plus Shop Act) to open a current account in the firm's trade name.
6. Professional Tax (India)
Register for PTEC (individual) and PTRC (employer, if you hire staff) in India if applicable. PT is capped at ₹2,500 per year. Not levied in Delhi, UP, Haryana or Rajasthan. See Professional Tax registration.
State-Wise Shop Act and Professional Tax Matrix
State
Shop Act Name
Shop Act Fee
Prof. Tax
Max PT/Year
Maharashtra
Gumasta (Bombay S&E Act, 1948)
₹1,200 to ₹5,000
Yes
₹2,500
Karnataka
KS&CE Act, 1961
₹1,000 to ₹5,000
Yes
₹2,500
Delhi
Delhi Shops Act, 1954
₹0 (free)
No
N/A
Tamil Nadu
TN S&E Act, 1947
₹500 to ₹3,000
Yes
₹2,500
West Bengal
WB S&E Act, 1963
₹1,000 to ₹3,500
Yes
₹2,500
Gujarat
Gujarat S&E Act, 2019
₹1,000 to ₹2,000
Municipal only
N/A
Telangana / AP
Respective S&E Acts
₹500 to ₹2,500
Yes
₹2,500
Uttar Pradesh
UP Dookan Niyamavali, 1963
₹100 to ₹500
No
N/A
Haryana
Punjab S&E (as extended)
₹500 to ₹2,000
No
N/A
Rajasthan
Rajasthan S&E Act, 1958
₹100 to ₹1,000
No
N/A
₹1,999 all-inclusive. Government fees at actuals by state.
How to Register a Sole Proprietorship: 7-Step Process
The complete registration takes 7 steps, 3 to 5 working days total, from ₹1,999 all-inclusive. All filings are handled online through the respective government portals.
Step 1: Choose a Business Name
Pick a unique trade name for your proprietorship. Since there is no name-reservation authority for sole proprietorships, do a trademark search on the IP India portal to avoid conflicts.
Step 2: Arrange Proprietor KYC Documents
Gather PAN, Aadhaar (mobile-linked for OTP), passport-size photo, address proof and business-address proof. If renting, keep the rent agreement plus NOC from the owner ready.
Step 3: Apply for Udyam (MSME) Registration
File the Udyam registration form at udyamregistration.gov.in using Aadhaar OTP. The Udyam Registration Number (URN) is issued the same day.
Step 4: Obtain GST Registration
File Form GST REG-01 on gst.gov.in if your turnover crosses ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services), or if you sell inter-state or on e-commerce platforms. GSTIN is typically issued in 3 to 7 working days.
Step 5: Get Shop and Establishment Licence
Apply under the India Shops and Establishments Act from the local municipal authority in Kolkata. Fees range from ₹500 to ₹5,000 depending on the India municipal body and employee count.
Step 6: Enrol for Professional Tax
Register for PTEC (individual) and PTRC (employer, if you hire staff) in India where applicable. PT is NOT levied in Delhi, UP, Haryana or Rajasthan. Maximum ₹2,500 per person per year.
Step 7: Open a Current Bank Account
Submit proprietor PAN plus Aadhaar plus two entity proofs (Udyam plus GST, or Udyam plus Shop Act) per the RBI KYC Master Direction to open a current account in the firm's trade name in Kolkata.
Common Mistake: Do not apply for GST before Udyam. Banks need two proofs, and Udyam plus GST is the standard combination. Getting Udyam first (same-day issuance) avoids delays in opening your current account.
Sole Proprietorship Registration Fees in Kolkata 2026
Every cost component is listed below, split between government fees and the IncorpX professional fee. No hidden charges. Government fees are pass-through at actuals.
Component
Govt Fee
IncorpX Fee
Who Needs It
PAN (if new)
₹107
Included
Only if proprietor lacks PAN
Udyam (MSME) Registration
₹0 (free)
Included
All proprietorships (recommended)
GST Registration
₹0 (free)
Included
Turnover above ₹40L goods or ₹20L services, inter-state, e-commerce
Shop Act Licence (India)
₹500 to ₹5,000
Included
All commercial premises in Kolkata
Professional Tax (PTEC)
₹0 to ₹2,500/year
Included
Where applicable in India
DSC (optional)
₹800 to ₹1,500
Extra
Only if Aadhaar OTP not available for GST
Current Account Opening
₹0 (bank min bal ₹5,000 to ₹25,000)
Guidance included
All proprietorships
IncorpX Professional Fee
₹1,999
All-inclusive package
Total Typical Range
₹2,000 to ₹7,000
Varies by India Shop Act fee
Pricing Guarantee: Our ₹1,999 fee covers PAN validation, Udyam filing, GST application, India Shop Act filing and current account opening support. State Shop Act government fees are pass-through at actuals, never marked up.
Free quote. ₹1,999 flat professional fee. Government fees at actuals.
Taxation of a Sole Proprietorship
A sole proprietorship's profits are added to the proprietor's personal income and taxed at individual slab rates under the Income-tax Act, 1961. The proprietor files ITR-4 Sugam (presumptive taxation) or ITR-3 (regular books). The firm does not file a separate corporate tax return.
Tax Slab Rates (FY 2025-26, New Regime, Finance Act 2025)
Taxable Income
Rate
Up to ₹4 lakh
Nil
₹4 lakh to ₹8 lakh
5%
₹8 lakh to ₹12 lakh
10%
₹12 lakh to ₹16 lakh
15%
₹16 lakh to ₹20 lakh
20%
₹20 lakh to ₹24 lakh
25%
Above ₹24 lakh
30%
Budget 2025 Update: Presumptive Tax Under Section 44AD and 44ADA
Budget 2025 raised the presumptive taxation limits for sole proprietors. Section 44AD: Turnover limit raised to ₹3 crore (from ₹2 crore) where 95%+ receipts are digital. Deemed profit: 6% digital / 8% cash. Section 44ADA: Gross receipts limit raised to ₹75 lakh (from ₹50 lakh) where 95%+ receipts are digital. Deemed profit: 50%.
Annual Compliance Calendar for Sole Proprietors in India
Frequency
Compliance
Deadline/Form
Penalty
Monthly
GSTR-1 (outward supplies)
11th of next month
₹50 per day (₹20 if nil)
Monthly
GSTR-3B (summary return)
20th of next month
₹50 per day (₹20 if nil)
Quarterly
Advance tax instalments
15 Jun, 15 Sep, 15 Dec, 15 Mar
Interest under Section 234C
Quarterly
Professional Tax (India)
State-specific
State-specific
Annual
ITR-3 or ITR-4
31 July (non-audit) or 31 October (audit)
₹1,000 to ₹5,000 under Section 234F
Annual
GSTR-9 (if turnover above ₹2 crore)
31 December
₹200 per day (max 0.5% of turnover)
Annual
Udyam self-update
As needed
No penalty, but stale data risks benefit loss
Periodic
Shop Act renewal (India)
State-specific (1 to 10 year validity)
₹1,000 to ₹5,000 plus daily fine
Deadline Warning: Missing the 31 July ITR deadline attracts ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 penalty under Section 234F plus interest under Section 234A.
Unlimited Personal Liability: What It Really Means
Risk Alert: In a sole proprietorship there is no legal wall between you and your firm. If the business defaults on a loan, loses a lawsuit, or cannot pay suppliers, creditors can lawfully attach your personal house, car, jewellery, savings and future income to recover the debt.
If your business will take on loans above ₹10 lakh, carry inventory, handle customer deposits, sign high-value B2B contracts, or operate in any risk-prone sector, an OPC or Pvt Ltd is the safer choice. The extra ₹5,000 in formation cost is insurance premium, not overhead.
Advantages of Sole Proprietorship
Easiest to Start: No MCA filing, no ROC, no incorporation certificate. 3 to 5 working days with basic registrations.
Lowest Cost: ₹1,999 professional fee vs ₹6,999+ for OPC or Pvt Ltd. Zero government formation fee.
Full Control: Every decision rests with the proprietor. No board resolutions, no partner disputes.
Minimal Compliance: Only ITR, GST returns and Shop Act renewal. No AOC-4, MGT-7 or board meetings.
Individual Tax Slabs: 0% to 30% progressive rates vs flat 22% to 25% corporate rate. Below ₹12 lakh, effective tax is nil (Section 87A rebate, FY 2025-26).
No Profit-Sharing: 100% of net profit belongs to the proprietor.
Quick Wind-Up: Cancel GST, surrender Udyam and Shop Act, file final ITR. No NCLT petition or MCA strike-off required.
Disadvantages and When to Avoid It
Unlimited Liability: Personal assets exposed to business debts. No corporate veil.
No Separate Legal Entity: Cannot hold property, sue or be sued in the firm's name alone.
No Perpetual Succession: Firm dissolves on proprietor's death. Heirs must restart.
Cannot Raise Equity: Investors require a Pvt Ltd structure for share allocation.
Higher Tax Above ₹24 Lakh: 30% individual slab vs 22% to 25% corporate. Cess and surcharge add further.
No DPIIT Recognition: No access to Section 80-IAC tax holiday. Convert to Pvt Ltd to qualify.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sole Proprietorship Registration in Kolkata
Below are 33 questions sourced from real search queries, government portal guidelines, and our experience registering 1,240+ sole proprietorships across India. Each answer includes specific data points, relevant Act sections and ₹ amounts.
A sole proprietorship in Kolkata is an unincorporated one-owner business where the proprietor and the firm are legally the same person. It has no separate PAN, no separate legal entity status and unlimited personal liability. In India, it is recognised through Udyam registration (free, same-day), GST registration on gst.gov.in and the India Shops and Establishments Act licence from the local municipal authority in Kolkata.
Total cost in India includes: Udyam: ₹0 (free), GST: ₹0 (free), Shop and Establishment Licence: ₹500 to ₹5,000 depending on the India municipal body and employee count, Professional Tax (PTEC): ₹0 to ₹2,500/year (where applicable in India). IncorpX professional fee: ₹1,999 covering all filings. Government fees are pass-through at actuals. Total typical range: ₹2,000 to ₹7,000.
With IncorpX, your proprietorship in Kolkata is operational in 3 to 5 working days. Udyam is issued the same day. GST REG-01 typically takes 3 to 7 working days. Shop and Establishment Licence under the India Act takes 2 to 5 working days depending on the local municipal authority in Kolkata. Current account opening takes 1 to 3 working days with two entity proofs.
Yes. Under the India Shops and Establishments Act, all commercial establishments including sole proprietorships must register with the local labour department or municipal authority in Kolkata within 30 days of commencing business. The licence regulates working hours, weekly holidays, payment of wages and employment conditions. Fees range ₹500 to ₹5,000 depending on employee count. Many India municipalities now offer online application.
In India, sole proprietors earning above the state threshold must register for PTEC and pay PT annually, capped at ₹2,500 per year under Article 276 of the Constitution. Hiring employees in Kolkata requires PTRC to deduct employee PT. Delhi, UP, Haryana and Rajasthan do not levy Professional Tax. See PT registration.
Beyond central GST and income tax, a proprietorship in India must obtain the India Shops and Establishments Act licence, pay Professional Tax (PTEC/PTRC where applicable), file India State GST returns, obtain a Trade Licence from the local municipal body in Kolkata, and contribute to the Labour Welfare Fund if mandated under India rules.
Yes. With two entity proofs (Udyam plus GST, or Udyam plus Shop Act) per the RBI KYC Master Direction, you can open a current account in your trade name at any bank in Kolkata. Banks require proprietor PAN plus Aadhaar plus the two proofs. A savings account cannot legally receive business receipts per the RBI August 2020 circular. Most banks in Kolkata process account opening within 1 to 3 working days.
For a standard sole proprietorship in India with Udyam + GST + Shop Act: Udyam: Free, GST: Free, Shop Act: ₹500 to ₹5,000 (varies by India municipal body), Professional Tax: ₹0 to ₹2,500/year, DSC (optional): ₹800 to ₹1,500. IncorpX professional fee: ₹1,999. Total: ₹2,500 to ₹10,000 including all government fees and professional charges.
No. Unlike Pvt Ltd (Companies Act, 2013), LLP (LLP Act, 2008) or Partnership (Indian Partnership Act, 1932), a sole proprietorship has no formation Act and no central registrar. It is recognised only operationally through registrations such as Udyam (MSMED Act, 2006), GST (CGST Act, 2017) and the relevant state Shops and Establishments Act.
No. The proprietor and the firm are a single legal person under Indian law. All assets are held in the proprietor's name, all contracts are signed by the proprietor personally, and the firm's income is taxed in the proprietor's individual income-tax slab, not at the 22% or 25% corporate rate.
No. The proprietor's personal PAN is the firm's PAN for all purposes: GST, bank account, TDS and ITR. You do not apply for a new PAN to start a proprietorship. If you do not yet have a personal PAN, apply on the NSDL/Protean portal for ₹107 before beginning registration.
There is no minimum capital prescribed for a sole proprietorship; you can start with ₹1. You only need enough working capital to run operations. Banks may ask you to maintain a current-account minimum balance of ₹5,000 to ₹25,000 depending on the bank.
Unlimited liability means creditors of the business can legally attach the proprietor's personal assets, including home, vehicle, jewellery, savings and future income, to recover business debts, contract damages or court decrees. There is no corporate veil. Choose an OPC or Pvt Ltd if you need legal separation between personal and business assets.
The firm dissolves automatically; there is no perpetual succession. Business assets become part of the deceased proprietor's estate and pass by will or intestate succession. Legal heirs can restart the same trade but must obtain fresh Udyam, GST, Shop Act and a new current account in their own name.
No; they are very different. An OPC is incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, is a separate legal entity, offers limited liability and requires annual MCA filings. A sole proprietorship is unincorporated, has no separate legal status and carries unlimited liability. If you want single-owner control with liability protection, choose an OPC.
Yes, provided the employment contract does not prohibit external business activity (check moonlighting or conflict-of-interest clauses). The business income is reported separately in ITR-3 or ITR-4 alongside salary income. Many employers allow side proprietorships for freelance or consulting work with prior written disclosure.
No. Under FEMA, only Indian residents can own a sole proprietorship. NRIs, OCIs and foreign nationals must use a Private Limited Company or LLP with the applicable FDI route. See our Pvt Ltd registration or Indian Subsidiary pages for the NRI-friendly pathways.
Udyam is not legally mandatory, but it is practically essential. It is free, takes 10 minutes on udyamregistration.gov.in via Aadhaar OTP, and functions as the primary proof of your proprietorship for banks, GeM tenders, MSME Samadhaan recovery and priority-sector lending benefits.
GST is mandatory once turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh for goods or ₹20 lakh for services (₹10 lakh in special-category states). It is also mandatory at any turnover for inter-state supply, e-commerce selling (Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho) and service exports. Below the threshold you may register voluntarily. See GST registration.
Only if your state levies Professional Tax. It applies in Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and a few others, capped at ₹2,500 per year per proprietor. Delhi, UP, Haryana and Rajasthan do not levy PT. If you hire staff, add PTRC (employer) in addition to PTEC (individual). See PT registration.
The firm's net profit is taxed at the proprietor's individual slab rates under the new regime (FY 2025-26, Finance Act 2025). Seven slabs range from nil (up to ₹4 lakh) to 30% (above ₹24 lakh). Section 87A rebate makes income up to ₹12 lakh effectively tax-free. 4% health and education cess applies.
ITR-3 if you maintain regular books of account, or ITR-4 Sugam if you opt for presumptive taxation under Section 44AD, 44ADA or 44AE. Due date is 31 July for non-audit cases and 31 October if tax audit applies. See ITR-4 filing.
Section 44AD lets eligible small-business proprietors declare 6% of digital turnover or 8% of cash turnover as deemed profit, with no books and no audit. Budget 2025 raised the turnover limit from ₹2 crore to ₹3 crore where at least 95% of receipts are digital (bank transfer, UPI, card).
Section 44ADA lets specified professionals (legal, medical, engineering, architecture, accountancy, technical consultancy, interior design, film artists, IT services as notified) declare 50% of gross receipts as deemed profit. Budget 2025 raised the limit from ₹50 lakh to ₹75 lakh where 95% or more receipts are digital.
Tax audit under Section 44AB applies if turnover exceeds ₹1 crore for business or ₹50 lakh for profession. The business threshold rises to ₹10 crore if both receipts and payments are 95% or more digital. Non-compliance attracts a penalty of 0.5% of turnover up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 271B. See tax audit services.
Annual ITR-3 or ITR-4 by 31 July (or 31 October if audited), GST annual return GSTR-9 if turnover exceeds ₹2 crore, Shop Act renewal per state schedule, Udyam self-update (turnover and employment data), and Professional Tax annual return where applicable. GST registrants also file monthly or quarterly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B.
Yes. Once employee count crosses 10, PF registration becomes mandatory; ESI kicks in at 10 employees with wages up to ₹21,000 per month. You also need PTRC (where PT applies) and a Shop Act licence that accounts for employee headcount. See PF and ESI registration.
No. DPIIT Startup India recognition is restricted to Pvt Ltd, LLP and Registered Partnerships (Notification G.S.R. 127(E) dated 19 Feb 2019). Sole proprietorships and OPCs are not eligible. If you want the Startup India tax holiday under Section 80-IAC or Fund-of-Funds access, convert to a Pvt Ltd first.
Convert once any of these triggers fires: turnover crosses ₹1 crore, you onboard an investor or co-founder, you need DPIIT Startup India recognition, you seek a bank term loan above ₹25 lakh, or you sign contracts requiring a limited-liability counterparty. See Proprietorship to Pvt Ltd conversion.
File a final GSTR-10 and cancel GST via REG-16 within 3 months. Surrender your Udyam certificate and Shop Act licence with the issuing authority. Clear final ITR, settle all creditors, close the current account. No MCA or ROC filing is required since the firm was never incorporated. See closure of sole proprietorship.
Yes, and it is one of the most common use cases. E-commerce platforms require GST registration from Day 1 (no turnover threshold applies under Section 24 CGST Act). You will also need a current account, Udyam, PAN and typically FSSAI or BIS if the product category requires it.
For most freelancers, creators and consultants earning under ₹75 lakh, yes. You pay tax on 50% presumptive profit under Section 44ADA (Budget 2025 limit ₹75 lakh digital), with no audit and minimal compliance. Register Udyam plus GST (voluntary below ₹20 lakh) plus open a current account and you are fully operational.
Yes. IncorpX handles proprietorship registration across all 25+ states, with state-specific Shop Act, Gumasta and Professional Tax filing built into a single workflow. Pricing starts at ₹1,999 and is adjusted automatically for your state's Shop Act fee. Our CA team provides complete support for businesses in Kolkata, India.
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