Why Choose an LLP Over a Private Limited Company in Assam?
1. No Mandatory Audit up to ₹40 Lakhs
Unlike a Private Limited company which requires mandatory statutory audit from day one, an LLP is exempt from audit unless annual turnover exceeds ₹40 Lakhs or partner capital contribution exceeds ₹25 Lakhs.
2. Lower Annual Compliance Costs
LLPs are only required to file Form 11 (Annual Return) and Form 8 (Statement of Account & Solvency). There are no board meeting minute compliance books or AGM resolutions.
3. Limited Liability Protection
Partners are not personally liable for the debts or contractual breaches of the LLP. One partner is also not liable for the negligence or misconduct of other partners.
4. Zero Minimum Capital
Founders can incorporate an LLP with any arbitrary capital contribution (e.g., ₹1,000 or ₹10,000) divided among the designated partners.
Step-by-Step LLP Incorporation Workflow (RoC Shillong)
- Step 1: Digital Signature Certificates (DSC): Procure Class-3 DSCs for minimum 2 designated partners.
- Step 2: Name Reservation (RUN-LLP): Reserve unique name with suffix 'LLP' through MCA CRC.
- Step 3: FiLLiP Form Filing: Submit integrated incorporation form with designated partner consent (Form 9) and registered address proofs.
- Step 4: Certificate of Incorporation: RoC Shillong issues Certificate with LLP Identification Number (LLPIN).
- Step 5: Drafting & Filing Form 3 (LLP Agreement): Within 30 days, execute the LLP Agreement on non-judicial Assam stamp paper and file Form 3 with RoC.
Assam Stamp Duty on LLP Agreement
Under the Assam Stamp Act, the LLP agreement must be executed on non-judicial stamp paper. Stamp duty is calculated based on total capital contribution (typically ₹500 to ₹2,000 for standard contributions). Failing to file Form 3 within 30 days attracts an ongoing statutory penalty of ₹100 per day.
Common Questions from Assam Founders
Q. How many partners are required to register an LLP in Assam?
A minimum of 2 designated partners is required. At least one designated partner must be an Indian resident. There is no upper limit on the maximum number of partners.
Q. Can an LLP in Assam raise funding from Venture Capitalists?
Venture capitalists generally prefer Private Limited companies because equity shares are easier to allocate than LLP partnership shares. However, LLPs can borrow debt from commercial banks easily.
Q. How much does WebArtStudios charge to register an LLP in Assam?
We charge a transparent flat fee of ₹7,000 all-inclusive for complete turnkey LLP registration. This covers Class-3 DSCs for 2 designated partners, RUN-LLP name reservation, FiLLiP statutory ROC filing, custom legal drafting of your LLP Agreement, Assam state stamp duty, PAN, TAN, and Form 3 submission with zero hidden extras.
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