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Plain-language how-to guides on company registration, GST, trademark, ESOP, and more — written by Lawizer's legal team. No jargon. No paywalls.

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Company Registration

How to Register a Private Limited Company in India (Step-by-Step 2025)

From Digital Signature Certificates and DIN to SPICe+ filing and your Certificate of Incorporation — a complete walkthrough for founders.

12 min readRead Guide
Company Registration

OPC vs LLP vs Pvt Ltd: Which Structure is Right for Your Startup?

A practical side-by-side comparison of tax treatment, compliance burden, investor-readiness, and liability protection to help you choose wisely.

8 min readRead Guide
Company Registration

How to Add a Director to Your Company (MCA e-form DIR-12 Guide)

Step-by-step walkthrough of obtaining DIN, drafting consent letters, board resolutions, and filing DIR-12 on the MCA portal correctly.

7 min readRead Guide
Company Registration

Startup India DPIIT Recognition: Benefits & Application Process

Unlock tax exemptions, self-certification, and easier winding up. Learn how to apply for DPIIT recognition through the Startup India portal.

9 min readRead Guide
Company Registration

Annual Compliance Checklist for Private Limited Companies

MGT-7, AOC-4, DIR-3 KYC, auditor appointments — a month-by-month filing calendar so your company never misses a deadline.

10 min readRead Guide
GST

GST Registration for Startups: Documents, Process & Fees

A plain-English walkthrough of GST thresholds, mandatory vs. voluntary registration, required documents, and the step-by-step GSTN portal process.

10 min readRead Guide
GST

GST for E-Commerce Sellers: Registration, TCS & Returns

TCS obligations, mandatory registration regardless of turnover, GSTR-8 filing, and how Amazon, Flipkart, and Meesho deduct tax at source.

9 min readRead Guide
Trademark & IP

Trademark Registration in India: Classes, Fees & Timeline

Choose the right Nice class, run a pre-filing clearance search, file Form TM-A, and understand what happens from filing to registration certificate.

14 min readRead Guide
Trademark & IP

How to File a Trademark Objection Reply in India

Received an examination report? Learn how to understand grounds of objection, draft a compelling reply under Rule 45, and file within the 30-day window.

8 min readRead Guide
Funding & Cap Table

Angel Funding 101: Term Sheets, SAFE Notes & Legal Checklist

Understand valuation caps, pro-rata rights, information rights, and the key legal documents every founder must review before signing with an angel investor.

13 min readRead Guide
Funding & Cap Table

ESOP for Startups: How to Set Up an Employee Stock Option Plan

Draft an ESOP pool, set vesting schedules, handle the Companies Act requirements, and communicate the plan clearly to attract and retain top talent.

11 min readRead Guide
MSME/Udyam

MSME/Udyam Registration: Who Qualifies & How to Apply Free

Check if your business meets the turnover and investment criteria, then complete your Udyam Registration online in under 30 minutes — completely free.

6 min readRead Guide
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