{"id":15956,"date":"2026-02-20T12:11:47","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T12:11:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/?p=15956"},"modified":"2026-02-20T12:15:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T12:15:31","slug":"private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/","title":{"rendered":"Private Limited Company vs LLP vs OPC \u2013 Which Is Best?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-each-structure-is\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Each_Structure_Is\"><\/span>What Each Structure Is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-limited-company\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Private_Limited_Company\"><\/span>Private Limited Company<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A corporate business entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013 with at least two directors and shareholders. It is suitable for scalable and growth-oriented businesses.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0c0c0c;color:#0c0c0c\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0c0c0c;color:#0c0c0c\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Private_Limited_Company\" >Private Limited Company<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Limited_Liability_Partnership_LLP\" >Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#One_Person_Company_OPC\" >One Person Company (OPC)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Key_Differences_At_A_Glance\" >Key Differences At A Glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Advantages_And_Limitations\" >Advantages And Limitations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Private_Limited_Company-2\" >Private Limited Company<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Advantages\" >Advantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Limitations\" >Limitations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Limited_Liability_Partnership_LLP-2\" >Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Advantages-2\" >Advantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Limitations-2\" >Limitations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#One_Person_Company_OPC-2\" >One Person Company (OPC)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Advantages-3\" >Advantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Limitations-3\" >Limitations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Tax_And_Compliance_Comparison_2026\" >Tax And Compliance Comparison (2026)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Taxation\" >Taxation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Compliance_Requirements\" >Compliance Requirements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#When_To_Choose_Which_Structure_2026\" >When To Choose Which Structure (2026)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Choose_A_Private_Limited_Company_If\" >Choose A Private Limited Company If:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Choose_An_LLP_If\" >Choose An LLP If:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Choose_An_OPC_If\" >Choose An OPC If:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/private-limited-company-vs-llp-vs-opc-which-is-best\/#Conclusion_2026_Perspective\" >Conclusion (2026 Perspective)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"limited-liability-partnership\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limited_Liability_Partnership_LLP\"><\/span>Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A hybrid structure under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 that combines benefits of a partnership and company with at least two partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"one-person-company\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_Person_Company_OPC\"><\/span>One Person Company (OPC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A company structure under the Companies Act, 2013 that allows a single entrepreneur to run a corporate business with limited liability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-differences-at-a-glance\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Differences_At_A_Glance\"><\/span>Key Differences At A Glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Private Limited Company<\/th><th>LLP<\/th><th>OPC<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Owners<\/td><td>Minimum 2 shareholders<\/td><td>Minimum 2 partners<\/td><td>1 owner + 1 nominee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum Owners<\/td><td>Up to 200<\/td><td>No limit<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal Entity<\/td><td>Separate legal entity<\/td><td>Separate legal entity<\/td><td>Separate legal entity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Liability<\/td><td>Limited<\/td><td>Limited<\/td><td>Limited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitable for Investors<\/td><td>Yes \u2013 equity, VC, PE<\/td><td>No \u2013 cannot issue shares<\/td><td>Limited \u2013 no equity funding<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fundraising<\/td><td>Easy<\/td><td>Restricted<\/td><td>Very limited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Compliance<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tax Rate<\/td><td>Corporate tax<\/td><td>Partnership tax<\/td><td>Corporate tax<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scalability<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><td>Limited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>FDI Allowed<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Allowed with restrictions<\/td><td>Not allowed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"advantages-and-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_And_Limitations\"><\/span>Advantages And Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-limited-advantages-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Private_Limited_Company-2\"><\/span>Private Limited Company<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-limited-advantages\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages\"><\/span>Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong credibility and trust among banks, investors, and partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to raise capital from angel investors and venture capitalists through equity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited liability protection for shareholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perpetual succession (company continues despite changes in ownership).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can offer employees stock options (ESOPs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-limited-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations\"><\/span>Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Higher compliance (board meetings, annual reports, audits).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More administrative and regulatory costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More complex corporate governance obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Startups planning rapid growth, external equity investment, scalable business models, and professional brand positioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"llp-advantages-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limited_Liability_Partnership_LLP-2\"><\/span>Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"llp-advantages\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages-2\"><\/span>Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flexible management with minimal formal structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less annual compliance compared to Private Limited.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partners enjoy limited liability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower costs for maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"llp-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations-2\"><\/span>Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not investor-friendly; no equity shares or VC preference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less credibility with large corporations compared to a Pvt Ltd.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LLP profits taxed differently and no ESOPs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Consulting firms, professional services, small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), founders who want operational flexibility and low compliance costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"opc-advantages-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_Person_Company_OPC-2\"><\/span>One Person Company (OPC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"opc-advantages\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages-3\"><\/span>Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allows a solo entrepreneur to run a company with limited liability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced credibility compared to sole proprietorship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simpler management than a full Pvt Ltd company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"opc-limitations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations-3\"><\/span>Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cannot raise equity funding from investors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited scalability without conversion to Private Limited.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some compliance still required (annual filings, audits at thresholds).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foreign individuals cannot register OPC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Solo founders, consultants, freelancers, and small business owners who want corporate structure with full control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tax-and-compliance-comparison-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tax_And_Compliance_Comparison_2026\"><\/span>Tax And Compliance Comparison (2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"taxation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxation\"><\/span>Taxation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Business Structure<\/th><th>Tax Treatment<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Private Limited Company &amp; OPC<\/td><td>Corporate tax rate (generally ~22\u201325%).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LLP<\/td><td>Taxed as a partnership entity (~30% on profits), no dividend tax.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"compliance-requirements\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compliance_Requirements\"><\/span>Compliance Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Business Structure<\/th><th>Compliance Obligations<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Private Limited Company<\/td><td>Regular board meetings, annual returns, financial statements, statutory audits.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LLP<\/td><td>Annual Returns and Accounts; audit only if turnover or capital crosses thresholds.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OPC<\/td><td>Annual MCA filings and conditions similar to Pvt Ltd but simpler than full Pvt Ltd.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-choose-which-structure-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_To_Choose_Which_Structure_2026\"><\/span>When To Choose Which Structure (2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-private-limited-company\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_A_Private_Limited_Company_If\"><\/span>Choose A Private Limited Company If:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want to raise funds from investors or venture capital.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You plan to scale nationally or internationally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want credibility with banks, clients, and suppliers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-llp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_An_LLP_If\"><\/span>Choose An LLP If:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your business is service-oriented or professional practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want low compliance and flexible management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You do not plan external equity or institutional investment soon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-opc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_An_OPC_If\"><\/span>Choose An OPC If:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are a solo entrepreneur starting out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want limited liability without partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may convert to Private Limited later when scaling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion-2026-perspective\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_2026_Perspective\"><\/span>Conclusion (2026 Perspective)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no \u201cone best\u201d structure for everyone. Your choice should be based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your business goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plans for investment or partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your compliance comfort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How quickly you want to scale and expand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For ambitious startups with funding goals, a Private Limited Company is usually the strongest choice. For small teams and professionals, LLP offers flexibility and low compliance. For solo founders starting their journey, an OPC provides a legal corporate setup without partners.<strong>References:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/private-limited-company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/limited-liability-partnership-llp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/limited-liability-partnership-llp-act-2008<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/one-person-company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/corporate-tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/employee-stock-option-plan-empowering-employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/board-meetings-and-its-compliances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/corporate-governance-india-2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/instabizfilings.com\/blog\/sole-proprietorship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Each Structure Is Private Limited Company A corporate business entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013 with at least two directors and shareholders. It is suitable for scalable and growth-oriented businesses. 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