proprietorship
A sole proprietorship is a type of unregistered business entity that is owned, managed and controlled by one person. Sole proprietorship is the most common type of business in India and it is used by most micro and small businesses operating in the unorganised sectors.
Proprietorships are simple to start and have minimal regulatory compliance requirements for operating. This entity is ideal for entrepreneurs who are getting into business for the first time and for small businesses with few clients.
MSME registration
MSME or Udyog Aadhaar registration can be obtained in the name of the business to establish that the sole proprietorship is registered with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
TAN registration
TAN registration must be obtained for the proprietor from the income tax department if the proprietor is making salary payments wherein TDS deduction is required.
GST registration
GST registration must be obtained if the proprietor is selling goods or services that cross the GST turnover threshold limit for registration. In most states, GST registration is required for service providers having annual revenue of more than Rs.20 lakhs and in case of traders – annual revenue of more than Rs.40 lakhs.
Import Export code
Import Export Code or IE code can be obtained from the DGFT in the name of the business – in case of a proprietorship business undertaking export and/or import of goods into India.
FSSAI registration
In case the proprietorship is involved in the selling of food products or handling of food products, FSSAI registration must be obtained from the Food Safety and Standard Authority of India in the name of the proprietor.
Current account
A current account can be opened for a sole proprietorship through IndiaFilings from various banks in India. IndiaFilings offers exclusive partnerships through which zero-balance current accounts can be opened. It is recommended that GST registration be obtained for the same.