A private limited company is a popular form of business structure for entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. There are several reasons why you might consider having a private limited company for your business:

1. Limited liability: One of the main benefits of a private limited company is that the liability of the shareholders is limited. This means that the personal assets of the shareholders are protected in case the company incurs any financial losses or liabilities.
2. Credibility: A private limited company has a separate legal entity from its owners, which adds to its credibility in the eyes of customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
3. Ease of raising capital: Private limited companies have the option to raise capital through the issuance of shares to investors. This makes it easier for the company to raise funds for expansion, acquisitions, or other business purposes.
4. Perpetual existence: A private limited company has perpetual existence, which means that the company can continue to exist even if the directors or shareholders change over time.
5. Tax benefits: Private limited companies are eligible for certain tax benefits and incentives that are not available to other types of businesses. For example, they can claim tax deductions on certain expenses, such as employee salaries, rent, and utilities.
6. Separation of ownership and management: In a private limited company, the shareholders are separate from the management of the company. This allows for more efficient decision-making and better management of the business.

How to Register

1. Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN) for all the directors of the company. You can obtain these online through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) website.
2. Choose a unique name for your company, and check its availability on the MCA website. Once you have a unique name, you can reserve it through the MCA website.
3. Prepare the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) for your company. These documents outline the objectives, rules and regulations of your company.
4. Prepare and file the required forms and documents with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) in Assam. You will need to file the following documents: a. Form SPICe (Simplified Proforma for Incorporating Company electronically), which is an integrated application form for the company incorporation process. b. MOA and AOA of the company. c. Form DIR-2, which is a declaration by the first directors of the company. d. Form INC-9, which is a declaration by each subscriber to the MOA. e. Address proof of the registered office of the company. f. Consent of the proposed directors in Form DIR-2.
5. Pay the required registration fees and stamp duty as per the applicable rates. The fees and stamp duty rates may vary based on the authorized share capital of the company.
6. Once your application is processed and approved by the ROC, you will receive the Certificate of Incorporation (COI) and you can start operating your private limited company in Assam.

It is recommended that you seek the help of a professional or a chartered accountant to assist you in the registration process to ensure that all the required forms and documents are filed correctly and on time. Reach our experts here for more help.

Here are the links to the websites mentioned in the article:

1. Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) website: https://www.mca.gov.in/
2. Check name availability and reserve name on MCA website: https://www.mca.gov.in/mcafoportal/checkCompanyName.do
3. Registrar of Companies (ROC) in Assam: https://www.mca.gov.in/mcafoportal/showCheckCompanyName.do
4. SPICe form on MCA website: https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/spiceplus.html
5. Form DIR-2 on MCA website: https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/DIR-2.html
6. Form INC-9 on MCA website: https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/INC-9.html

It is recommended to always verify the authenticity of the website and links before using them.