{"id":931,"date":"2025-12-05T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rize.blog.razorpay.in\/mca-spice-plus-faqs\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T04:57:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T04:57:22","slug":"mca-spice-plus-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/blogs\/mca-spice-plus-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"SPICe+ Application: FAQs (MCA Company Registration in India)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Section 1: Decoding SPICe+<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. What is SPICe+ (SPICe Plus)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

SPICe+ is an integrated web-based form on the MCA portal used for company incorporation in India<\/strong>. It combines multiple registrations- company formation, PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC, and more- into a single application. <\/p>\n

2. What does SPICe+ stand for?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

SPICe+ stands for Simplified Proforma for Incorporating a Company Electronically Plus<\/strong>– a newer, more powerful version of the earlier SPICe form.<\/p>\n

3. Is SPICe+ mandatory for company registration?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Yes. For incorporating Private Limited, OPC, Section 8, or Producer Companies<\/strong>, SPICe+ is the only valid form<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

4. How many services are covered under SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

SPICe+ offers 11 integrated services<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Name reservation<\/li>\n
  • Company incorporation<\/li>\n
  • Director DIN allotment<\/li>\n
  • PAN & TAN<\/li>\n
  • EPFO & ESIC registration<\/li>\n
  • Professional Tax (in select states)<\/li>\n
  • Bank account opening (via partner banks)<\/li>\n
  • GST registration<\/li>\n
  • Opening of AGILE-PRO form services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    5. What types of companies can be incorporated using SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    SPICe+ is used for:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Private Limited Company<\/li>\n
    • One Person Company (OPC)<\/li>\n
    • Public Limited Company<\/li>\n
    • Section 8 Company<\/li>\n
    • Producer Company<\/li>\n
    • Nidhi Company<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      6. Is SPICe+ applicable for LLP registration?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      No. LLPs are incorporated through FiLLiP (Form 2)<\/strong>, not SPICe+.<\/p>\n

      7. Can I use SPICe+ to convert an existing business into a company?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      No. SPICe+ is only for new company incorporations<\/strong>. Conversion requires separate MCA forms.<\/p>\n

      Section 2: Structure and Pre-requisites <\/strong><\/h2>\n

      8. What are the parts of SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      SPICe+ has two parts:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Part A:<\/strong> Name Reservation<\/li>\n
      • Part B:<\/strong> Incorporation + Integrated Registrations (PAN, TAN, GST, EPFO, ESIC, PT, Bank Account)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        9. Can I apply for name approval directly from SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Yes. You can:<\/p>\n

          \n
        • Apply only for name reservation via Part A<\/strong>, OR<\/li>\n
        • Directly proceed with full incorporation through Part A + Part B<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          10. What is RUN (Reserve Unique Name) vs SPICe+ Part A?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          RUN is used only for name changes in existing companies, while SPICe+ Part A is used for name reservation for new companies.<\/p>\n

          11. What documents are required for SPICe+ submission?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          Common documents include:<\/p>\n

            \n
          • PAN & Aadhaar of directors<\/li>\n
          • Passport (if NRI\/foreign director)<\/li>\n
          • Address proof of directors (not older than 2\u20133 months)<\/li>\n
          • Registered office proof (rent agreement\/utility bill)<\/li>\n
          • NOC from the property owner<\/li>\n
          • Declaration forms (INC-9 auto-generated)<\/li>\n
          • MOA & AOA (eMoA & eAoA formats)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            12. Is Digital Signature (DSC) required for SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Yes. All directors and subscribers must sign using a valid DSC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

            13. Do I need DIN before filing SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            No. DIN is automatically allotted to up to 2 directors<\/strong> through SPICe+.<\/p>\n

            14. What are the limits for DIN allotment through SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            SPICe+ allots DIN to a maximum of 2 first-time directors<\/strong>. Additional directors must apply for DIN via DIR-3<\/strong> post-incorporation.<\/p>\n

            Section 3: Name Reservation Process (Part A)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

            15. Does SPICe+ support multiple name choices?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Yes. You can propose two names<\/strong> in Part A. If both are rejected, a fresh application is needed.<\/p>\n

            16. Can I apply for multiple name reservations in SPICe+ Part A?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            No. SPICe+ Part A allows two name choices in one application<\/strong>. If both are rejected, you must file a new Part A<\/strong> with fresh fees.<\/p>\n

            17. What are the rules for choosing a company name in SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Your name must:<\/p>\n

              \n
            • Not be identical\/similar to an existing company\/LLP<\/li>\n
            • Not use government or regulated words without approval (e.g., \u201cStock Exchange\u201d, \u201cMutual Fund\u201d, \u201cInsurance\u201d)<\/li>\n
            • Not include offensive or prohibited terms<\/li>\n
            • Align with MCA\u2019s Name Availability Guidelines<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              18. Can I modify SPICe+ Part A after approval?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              No. After name reservation is approved, it is final for 20 days<\/strong> (for new companies). Within this period, you must complete Part B.<\/p>\n

              19. What happens if SPICe+ Part A expires?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              If Part A is not used to complete incorporation within 20 days, you must file a fresh name reservation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

              Section 4: Integrated Registrations (Part B & AGILE-PRO)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

              20. Is PAN & TAN included in SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Yes. PAN & TAN are auto-generated<\/strong> through the form and issued with the Certificate of Incorporation.<\/p>\n

              21. Do I get GST registration through SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Yes. GST registration can be applied through the AGILE-PRO S<\/strong> form linked to SPICe+. It is optional unless GST is mandatory for your business model.<\/p>\n

              22. Is EPFO and ESIC registration mandatory through SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Yes. These are mandatory<\/strong>, even if your company has no employees initially.<\/p>\n

              23. What is AGILE-PRO (or AGILE-PRO S)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              It is the form linked to SPICe+ used for:<\/p>\n

                \n
              • GST<\/li>\n
              • EPFO<\/li>\n
              • ESIC<\/li>\n
              • Professional Tax (where applicable)<\/li>\n
              • Opening a bank account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                24. Is it mandatory to open a bank account through AGILE-PRO?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                MCA highly encourages it, and for many states, it is now part of the integrated process. CASA accounts open automatically through partner banks.<\/p>\n

                Section 5: Filing, Forms and Attachments<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                25. What documents must be attached to SPICe+ Part B?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                Common attachments include:<\/p>\n

                  \n
                • Proof of office address<\/li>\n
                • NOC from the owner\n<\/li>\n
                • Utility bill (not older than 2 months)<\/li>\n
                • ID\/address proof of directors<\/li>\n
                • Consent to act as director (DIR-2)<\/li>\n
                • MOA & AOA (auto-generated or custom)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  26. What is INC-9 in SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  INC-9 is a declaration<\/strong> by subscribers and directors. SPICe+ auto-generates INC-9, and a digital signature is used instead of physical signing.<\/p>\n

                  27. What are eMOA (INC-33) and eAOA (INC-34)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  These are electronic MOA and AOA formats<\/strong> filled online. For complex structures, users can upload custom MOA\/AOA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                  28. Can foreign subscribers sign eMOA and eAOA?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  Not directly if they don\u2019t have DSC. In such cases, physical MOA\/AOA with notarization\/apostille must be scanned and uploaded.<\/p>\n

                  29. Does SPICe+ require uploading physical documents?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  No. All documents are uploaded digitally<\/strong> with DSC-based verification.<\/p>\n

                  Using an object keyword (e.g., Tech, Services, Foods) is recommended.<\/p>\n

                  30. Can I save my SPICe+ form and complete it later?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  Yes. SPICe+ forms can be saved in draft mode<\/strong> and completed later via the MCA dashboard.<\/p>\n

                  Section 6: Approval and Post-Process<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                  31. How long does the SPICe+ approval process take?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  Typically 7\u201310 working days<\/strong>, depending on MCA workload and accuracy of documents.<\/p>\n

                  32. What if my SPICe+ application is rejected?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  MCA will provide resubmission remarks<\/strong>. You can correct the issues and resubmit without additional fee<\/strong> within the allowed time.<\/p>\n

                  33. What are the common reasons SPICe+ applications get rejected?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
                    \n
                  • Incorrect name choice<\/li>\n
                  • Mismatch in address proof and utility bill<\/li>\n
                  • Improper DSC usage<\/li>\n
                  • Incorrect NOC from landlord<\/li>\n
                  • Wrong attachments<\/li>\n
                  • MOA\/AOA errors<\/li>\n
                  • Authorised capital mismatch<\/li>\n
                  • Subscribers are not signing correctly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    34. Is stamp duty refundable if the application is rejected?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                    No. Stamp duty is non-refundable<\/strong> from the Government. <\/p>\n

                    35. How do I track my SPICe+ application status?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                    You can track it using:<\/p>\n

                      \n
                    • SRN number<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    • MCA dashboard<\/li>\n
                    • Email\/SMS alerts from MCA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      36. Does SPICe+ generate the Certificate of Incorporation?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                      Yes. After approval, MCA issues:<\/p>\n

                        \n
                      • Certificate of Incorporation<\/li>\n
                      • PAN<\/li>\n
                      • TAN<\/li>\n
                      • DIN (if allotted) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        37. Do I get a hard copy of the Certificate of Incorporation?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                        No. MCA issues only digital certificates<\/strong>, which are fully valid for all legal purposes.<\/p>\n

                        Section 7: Specific Cases<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                        38. Can foreigners incorporate a company using SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                        Yes, provided they have:<\/p>\n

                          \n
                        • Passport<\/li>\n
                        • Apostilled\/Notarised documents<\/li>\n
                        • Indian address proof (for the resident director)<\/li>\n
                        • One Resident Indian Director<\/strong> is mandatory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          39. Is stamp duty included in SPICe+ fees?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                          No. Stamp duty depends on the state of incorporation<\/strong> and is auto-calculated during filing.<\/p>\n

                          40. Can Section 8 Companies use SPICe+?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                          Yes. SPICe+ supports the incorporation of non-profit Section 8 companies<\/strong>, with specific MOA\/AOA formats.<\/p>\n

                          41. Is there a threshold limit for authorised capital?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                          No minimum capital requirement (\u20b91 is valid). However, stamp duty may depend on the capital structure.<\/p>\n

                          42. Does SPICe+ allow private limited companies with only one director?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                          No. A minimum of two directors<\/strong> is mandatory for a Private Limited Company. For OPC, only one director is allowed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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