Incorporation DPIIT ESOP Fundraising FEMA Compliance

Financial foundations
for founders who
move fast.

From incorporating your company on day one to preparing for your first funding round — we handle the financial and regulatory side so you can focus on building.

What we do for startups
  • Company incorporation via MCA portal
  • DPIIT Startup India recognition
  • GST, TAN, PAN registrations
  • ESOP scheme design and documentation
  • FEMA compliance for foreign investment
  • Investor-ready financial statements
  • Annual ROC compliance (MGT-7, AOC-4)
  • Monthly GST and TDS filing

Based in Gurgaon. We work with founders across Delhi-NCR and remotely across India. All documentation is handled digitally.

Founder's Roadmap

We're with you at
every stage of growth.

Click on each stage to see what needs to be done — and what we handle for you.

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Stage 01
Incorporation & Setup
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What we handle
  • Private Limited Company incorporation via MCA portal — MOA, AOA, Certificate of Incorporation
  • Director Identification Number (DIN) and Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for all directors
  • PAN, TAN, and GST registration for the new company
  • Bank account opening assistance and initial share issuance
  • Founders' agreement review and shareholding structure advice
  • DPIIT Startup India recognition application
Why Private Limited?
A Pvt Ltd company offers limited liability, easier fundraising, and cleaner cap table management compared to LLP or proprietorship — making it the preferred structure for investor-backed startups.
DPIIT Recognition Benefit
DPIIT-recognised startups are exempt from angel tax under Section 56(2)(viib) — a significant advantage when raising from friends, family, or angel investors.
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Stage 02
Early Compliance & Operations
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What we handle
  • Monthly GST return filing (GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B) and TDS return filing
  • Bookkeeping setup — Tally / Zoho Books / QuickBooks depending on your preference
  • Payroll processing and salary slip generation for early employees
  • Annual ROC compliance — Form MGT-7 (Annual Return) and Form AOC-4 (Financial Statements)
  • Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) filing annually on MCA portal
  • Section 80-IAC income tax holiday application (3 years' exemption for eligible startups)
Section 80-IAC Tax Holiday
DPIIT-recognised startups incorporated after April 2016 can claim a 3-year income tax holiday under Section 80-IAC. We file the application and help you maximise this benefit.
ROC Deadlines
MGT-7 is due within 60 days of AGM. AOC-4 is due within 30 days of AGM. Missing these attracts penalties of ₹100 per day per form — we track and file on time.
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Stage 03
Fundraising & Investor Readiness
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What we handle
  • Investor-ready financial statements — P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and key ratios
  • Cap table preparation and structuring — ordinary shares, CCPS, CCDs, and SAFEs
  • Valuation certificate under DCF method (required for FDI under FEMA)
  • FEMA compliance for foreign investment — FC-GPR filing with RBI after share allotment
  • RBI reporting timelines — FC-GPR to be filed within 30 days of receipt of funds
  • Financial model preparation for investor pitch decks
FEMA & FC-GPR
Any foreign investment into an Indian company requires FEMA compliance — valuation certificate, FC-GPR filing with RBI, and KYC documentation. Late filing attracts compounding penalties.
CCPS vs CCD
Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) and Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) are the most common instruments used by investors in Indian startups. We advise on structure and document the issuance correctly.
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Stage 04
Scaling & ESOP
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What we handle
  • ESOP scheme design — vesting schedule, exercise price, and pool size under Companies Act Rules
  • ESOP board and shareholder resolution drafting — compliance with Sec 62(1)(b)
  • Employee tax advisory at grant, vesting, and exercise stages
  • Perquisite tax computation and TDS at exercise (Form 12BA)
  • Virtual CFO services — MIS, cash flow management, and investor reporting
  • Transfer pricing documentation for related-party transactions with foreign group entities
ESOP Tax at Exercise
When an employee exercises ESOPs, the difference between fair market value and exercise price is taxed as perquisite income under Section 17(2). The company must deduct TDS — we compute and ensure compliance.
When You Need Transfer Pricing
If your startup has a foreign parent, subsidiary, or group entity and transacts with them, transfer pricing documentation under Section 92 of the Income Tax Act is mandatory above specified thresholds.
All Services for Startups

Everything a growing startup needs.

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Incorporation

Pvt Ltd registration via MCA, DIN, DSC, and all post-incorporation filings.

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DPIIT & 80-IAC

Startup India recognition and income tax holiday application for eligible startups.

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ESOP Advisory

Scheme design, board resolutions, employee tax advisory, and TDS compliance.

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FEMA & FDI

FC-GPR filing, DCF valuation certificate, and RBI compliance for foreign investment.

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GST & TDS

Monthly return filing and TDS compliance — handled proactively every month.

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Investor Financials

Investor-ready P&L, balance sheet, and financial model for pitch decks.

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ROC Compliance

Annual MGT-7, AOC-4, director KYC, and all MCA filings managed for you.

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Virtual CFO

Monthly MIS, cash flow, and strategic financial guidance as you scale.

Why It Matters

Why getting finances right
early makes everything easier.

Founders often put off financial and compliance work until there's a problem — a funding round, a tax notice, or an investor asking for audited financials. By then, fixing it costs far more time and money than doing it right from the start.

We've seen startups lose investment opportunities because their cap table was messy, or face penalties because FEMA filings were missed. Clean books and timely compliance are not just a legal requirement — they're a competitive advantage.

Faster due diligence
Clean, audited financials dramatically speed up investor due diligence — reducing deal friction.
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No last-minute scrambles
ROC filings, FEMA compliance, and TDS are tracked proactively — no missed deadlines or penalties.
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Save on angel tax
DPIIT recognition protects you from Section 56(2)(viib) angel tax — a meaningful financial saving.
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Investor confidence
Investors trust founders who understand their numbers and have proper financial governance in place.
Get Started

Starting up?
Let's set the foundations right.

Whether you're just about to incorporate or are already 2 years in and need to catch up on compliance — get in touch and we'll assess where you are and what needs to be done.

Reach us directly
📍Gurgaon, Haryana (serving pan-India)
📞+91 98765 43210
📧info@vishalgoyal.co.in
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