Skip to main content

How to Start Private Limited Company (Pvt. Ltd.)

What Is a Private Limited Company?

A private limited company is a privately held business entity held by private stakeholders. The liability arrangement, in this case, is that of a limited partnership, wherein the liability of a shareholder extends only up to the number of shares held by them. Private limited company definition as per Section 2 (68) of the Companies Act, 2013 is A Company having a minimum paid-up share capital as may be prescribed and which, by its articles

Advantages

Limited liability to shareholders

Raise capital by issuing shares

Save tax on R&D expenses, depreciation, and other business expenses

Disadvantages

High setup cost

Complex compliance requirements

Limited shareholder control