What is LLP and partnership registration?
A partnership firm is formed with a partnership deed between two or more partners. It is simple and cheap to run, but partners have unlimited liability. Registration with the state Registrar of Firms is optional but recommended, because an unregistered firm cannot file a suit to enforce its contracts.
A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. It gives partners limited liability like a company, with fewer compliances.
Who needs it
- Two or more people starting a business together.
- Professionals such as CAs, architects and consultants (LLP).
- Family businesses that want a written agreement on profit sharing.
- Partnership firms that want to convert to an LLP for limited liability.
Documents required
- PAN and Aadhaar of all partners.
- Photos, mobile numbers and emails of all partners.
- Proof of business address: utility bill plus a rent agreement or NOC.
- Capital contribution and profit-sharing ratio of each partner.
- For an LLP: proposed names and a bank statement of each designated partner.
How we do it
- We discuss capital, profit sharing and the roles of partners with you.
- For a firm: we draft the partnership deed, get it signed on stamp paper and apply for registration with the Registrar of Firms and for the firm's PAN.
- For an LLP: we get DSCs, reserve the name and file the FiLLiP form with the MCA.
- For an LLP: we draft the LLP agreement and file it in Form 3 within 30 days of incorporation.
- We help open the bank account and apply for GST if needed.
Yearly LLP compliance
- Form 11 (annual return) by 30 May.
- Form 8 (statement of accounts and solvency) by 30 October.
- Income tax return of the LLP.
A partnership firm files its income tax return every year, and an audit is needed above the tax audit limit.
Why choose S Jha Legal Sansar & Associates
- One point of contact on WhatsApp, open all 7 days from 08:00 to 20:00.
- Visit our office at Padma Tower 2, Rajendra Place, New Delhi, or get it done online from anywhere in India.
- We tell you the government fee and our fee before we start, with no hidden charges.
- We remind you of every renewal and due date after the work is done.
Want us to handle your LLP and partnership registration? Send your details on WhatsApp and we will tell you the documents, the total cost and the time it will take.
Frequently asked questions
Is registration of a partnership firm compulsory?
No, but an unregistered firm cannot file a case in court to enforce a contract against a third party, so registration is recommended.
What is the difference between a partnership firm and an LLP?
In a partnership firm the partners are personally liable for the firm's debts. In an LLP each partner's liability is limited to their agreed contribution, and the LLP is a separate legal entity.
Can a partnership firm be converted to an LLP?
Yes. A partnership firm can be converted into an LLP by filing Form 17 with the MCA.
How many partners can an LLP have?
At least 2 designated partners, with no upper limit on the number of partners.
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