Partnership Formation

Procedure for Registering a Partnership Firm

Step 1: Application for Registration.

The application can be sent to the Registrar of Firms through post or by physical delivery, which contains the following details:-

  • The name of the firm.

  • The principal place of business of the firm.

  • The location of any other places where the firm carries on business. 

  • The names and permanent addresses of all the partners.

  • The duration of the firm. 

Step 2: Selection of Name of the Partnership Firm

The name should not be too similar or identical to an existing firm doing the same business.

Step 3: Certificate of Registration

If the Registrar is satisfied with the registration application and the documents, he will register the firm in the Register of Firms and issue the Registration Certificate. The Register of Firms contains up-to-date information on all firms, and anybody can view it upon payment of certain fees

Documents for Registration of Partnership

  • Application for registration of partnership (Form 1)
  • Certified original copy of Partnership Deed.
  • Specimen of an affidavit certifying all the details mentioned in the partnership deed and documents are correct.
  • PAN Card and address proof of the partners.
  • Proof of principal place of business of the firm (ownership documents or rental/lease agreement).