Sole Proprietorship Guide

🌟 Sole Proprietorship – Start Your Business the Simple Way!

💼 What is a Sole Proprietorship?

A Sole Proprietorship is the simplest business structure in India – perfect for individuals looking to start fast and stay lean.

Retail Shops
Freelancers
Home-based Businesses
Consultants
Local Service Providers

✅ Why Choose Sole Proprietorship?

  • ✅ Easy to start
  • ✅ Minimal compliance
  • ✅ Full control – you make all decisions
  • ✅ Low cost setup
  • ✅ Quick registration process

📝 What Do You Need to Register?

1. Business Name

Choose a unique, catchy name – no formal approval needed!

2. PAN & Aadhaar

Your personal PAN works. Aadhaar needed for verification.

3. Current Account

Open a current account with 2 business registrations.

4. Key Registrations

  • ✅ GST (if applicable)
  • ✅ Udyam (MSME)
  • ✅ Shop & Establishment License
  • ✅ Trade License
  • ✅ Professional Tax

📋 Other Legal Compliances

  • ✅ Income Tax Filing – under personal PAN
  • ✅ GST Filing – if registered
  • ✅ Maintain simple books of accounts
  • ✅ Audit only if turnover crosses limits

🚀 Pros vs ⚠️ Cons

👍 Pros

  • ✅ Easy to start & shut
  • ✅ No MCA filings
  • ✅ Less paperwork
  • ✅ Owner keeps all profits

⚠️ Cons

  • ✅ No limited liability
  • ✅ Hard to raise funds
  • ✅ No separate legal identity

🤔 Is It Right for You?

✅ YES – If you're a solo entrepreneur with low risk business
🚫 NO – If you want to scale, raise capital, or need legal protection

🙌 How We Help You Launch Smoothly

🔧 Gumasta License

Quick registration to legally run your shop or office.

📌 Udyam Registration

MSME benefits, loans, schemes and more.

🏁 All-in-One Business Launch Support

We handle the entire process – from choosing the name to getting you legally registered.

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