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Sole Symphony: Crafting Entrepreneurial Dreams

Registration of a Sole Proprietorship in India is tailored for single-owner enterprises. Sole proprietors handle profits and income tax obligations under their personal names or a chosen trade name. This structure is frequently favored by small-scale businesses and individual entrepreneurs.

When a business is solely owned and managed by one individual, it assumes the form of a sole proprietorship. This category of business can be established within a span of fifteen days, rendering it a highly favored option in the informal sector, particularly among merchants and small-scale traders. Unlike other business entities, registration for a Sole Proprietorship isn't obligatory; instead, it is identified through alternative registrations like GST registrations. Nevertheless, it's important to note that a Sole Proprietorship bears unlimited liability and lacks perpetual existence.

Documents Required for Proprietorship Registration + 1 DSC (Gov Fees Extra)

  • Mobile No./Email Id
  • Bank statement/Cancel Cheque
  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Select a location as the place of doing business
  • Pan card and ID for Address proof of proprietor
  • Business address proof
  • Electricity bill Registered office Lease agreement
  • Self attested Photograph
  • Choose a business name

Checklist for a Sole Proprietorship Registration

  • A certificate/license issued by Municipal authorities under the Shop & Establishment Act.
  • The license issued by Registering authorities like the Certificate of Practice is issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
  • The registration/licensing document is issued in the name of the proprietary concern by the Central Government or the State Government Authority/ Department, etc,
  • The banks may also accept the IEC code (Importer Exporter Code) issued to the proprietary concern by the office of the DGFT as an identity document for opening of Bank account etc.
  • Complete Income Tax return online (not just the acknowledgement) in the name of the sole proprietor where the firm’s income is reflected, duly authenticated and acknowledged by the Income Tax Authorities,
  • The utility bills such as electricity, water, and the landline telephone bills in the name of the proprietary concern,
  • Issue of GST Registration/Certificate.

Benefits of Sole Proprietorship Firm

Sole proprietorship is a popular form of business in which an individual owns and operates a business. Some of the benefits of a sole proprietorship firm are:

Easy to Set Up
Full Control
No Separate Legal Entity
Tax Benefits
Minimal Compliance
Flexibility

Compliances for Proprietorship

Income tax: Proprietors are required to file income tax returns every year, if their total income exceeds ₹ 2.5 lakhs (for individuals below the age of 60 years) or ₹3 lakhs (for individuals above the age of 60 years).

GST: Proprietorships with a turnover of more than ₹ 20 lakhs are required to register under GST. They are required to file monthly and annual returns, and collect and remit GST on their supplies.

Shop and Establishment Act: Proprietorships that have employees are required to register under the Shop and Establishment Act of the respective state. This Act regulates the working conditions of employees, such as the hours of work, wages, and leave.

Professional tax: Proprietors who are engaged in certain professions, such as lawyers, doctors, and chartered accountants, are required to pay professional tax. The rates of professional tax vary from state to state.

Trade license: Proprietorships that operate from a physical location are required to obtain a trade license from the local authority. The requirements for obtaining a trade license vary from city to city.

Other compliances: There are a number of other compliances that may apply to proprietorships, such as environmental regulations, labour laws, and pollution control laws. The specific compliances that apply will vary depending on the nature of the business.

How Credfy Executes A Sole Proprietorship Registration?

Professional Guidance

Our experts give you professional guidance on many of the processes involved in registering your business as a sole proprietorship, along with registration of service tax, sales tax, import/export code, and professional tax.

Vendor Relationship

Our team will connect you with an established vendor who will book your application and also keep you updated on its status and progress. The vendors we have onboard are well-accomplished and skillful in managing native registrations.

15 Business Days

Our team will offer full assistance with the registration process. This could vary between 5 and 15 days, depending on the task at hand for the authorities involved.

Sole Proprietorship Frequently Asked Questions

A sole proprietorship is a type of business structure where a single individual owns and operates the business. The owner is personally liable for all debts and obligations of the business.

The process for registering a sole proprietorship varies depending on your location. In many cases, you simply need to register your business name with the appropriate government agency and obtain any necessary licenses or permits.

Yes, as the owner of a sole proprietorship, you are personally liable for all debts and obligations of the business. This means that your personal assets, such as your home and savings, could be at risk if your business incurs debts that cannot be repaid.

No, one of the benefits of a sole proprietorship is that you report business income and expenses on your personal tax return. However, you may need to file additional forms, such as Schedule C (Profit or Loss from Business), with your tax return to report business income and deductions.

Yes, sole proprietors can hire employees to help run their business. However, you will need to comply with employment laws and regulations, such as withholding taxes and providing workers' compensation insurance.

Customer Testimonials

“ Credfy have been a huge help to our business since we have worked with them. They are a really friendly and professional team and always quick to respond. Thank You. ”

Kumkum Nanda

Product Manager

“ Credfy payroll and bookkeeping services have helped massively during our first 2 years business. Without their monthly support, we would not nearly be as efficient.”

Sanjay Singh

C.E.O, Yugal India Pvt. ltd

Customer Testimonials

“ Credfy have been a huge help to our business since we have worked with them. They are a really friendly and professional team and always quick to respond. Thank You. ”

Kumkum Nanda

Product Manager

“ Credfy payroll and bookkeeping services have helped massively during our first 2 years business. Without their monthly support, we would not nearly be as efficient.”

Sanjay Singh

C.E.O, Yugal India Pvt. ltd

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