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Producer Company Registration
Start your Producer Company in India with ease! A Producer Company allows farmers, producers, and agriculturists to work collectively, gain legal recognition, and access benefits like loans, subsidies, and better market reach. Register 100% online with expert assistance in just 15–20 days.
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INTRODUCTION
What exactly defines the Producer Company?
A producer business is essentially a firm registered to deal with the primary production of its active members in farming. The primary goal comprises not just manufacturing but also sales and exports. Part IXA of the Companies Act of 1956 applies to the creation of production companies until a specific Act is passed for them.
A producer company is formed when ten or more members are producers, or when two or more producer institutions combine. Like any other firm, the members’ liability is limited to the amount of unpaid share capital. The producer company is designated a private limited company under this Act; nonetheless, the number of members criterion does not apply to it.
ADVANTAGES
Top Advantages of Registering a Producer Company
1. Special User Rights
Active members of a registered Producer Company may receive exclusive user rights, as specified in the Articles of Association (AoA). These rights may include the ability to supply additional produce or receive preferential treatment related to their contributions. The company can issue special instruments to acknowledge and reward active participation.
2. Financial Benefits to Members
Members receive the value of their produce as determined by the company’s Board. Additionally, they may be eligible for: Deferred payments (withheld price), Equity shares, and Patronage bonuses based on the level of their participation. Limited returns are offered, but surplus income may be shared with members in the form of bonus shares or incentives.
3. Separate Legal Identity
A Producer Company operates as a distinct legal entity, separate from its members. This means:It can own property, enter contracts, and take legal action in its own name.The continuity of the company is not affected by changes in membership or directorship.
4. Limited Liability Protection
Members and producer institutions enjoy limited liability, meaning:Their personal assets are protected from business losses.They are liable only to the extent of their investment in the company. This encourages greater participation and investment from small farmers with reduced risk exposure.
A LIST OF DOCUMENTS
📄 Required Documents for Producer Company Registration
To register a Producer Company in India, the following documents must be submitted:
🔹 Photograph
Recent passport-size photographs of all Directors, Shareholders, and Nominees.
🔹 PAN Card
Self-attested copies of PAN Cards of all Directors and Shareholders.(Foreign nationals must provide a valid passport instead of PAN.)
🔹 Identity Proof
Any one of the following documents (self-attested) for Directors and Shareholders:
Voter ID
Passport
Driving License
🔹 Address Proof
Recent copies (not older than 2 months) of any one of the following for Directors and Shareholders:
Electricity Bill
Telephone Bill
Bank Statement
🔹 Registered Office Address Proof
Documents for the company’s registered office:
Latest Electricity or Telephone Bill
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner
Rent Agreement, if the premises are leased
🏷️ Formulation of Producer Company Name
Choosing a suitable name is a key step in forming your Producer Company. The name should reflect the identity of your business and comply with legal naming guidelines under the Companies Act.
Special Name
The name should ideally be distinct, meaningful, and brandable—preferably a coined or invented word that represents your agricultural, production, or farming-based activity. A unique name helps build credibility and brand recognition in the market.
Business Item
As per the legal requirement, every Producer Company must end with the words “Producer Company Limited”. This clearly identifies the company’s nature and structure, distinguishing it from other types of business entities.
🌐 Online Registration
Register a Producer Company in Just 3 Easy Steps
1. Quick & Easy Start
Spend less than 10 minutes filling out our simple online questionnaire
Submit basic details and required documents
Make secure payments via trusted gateways
2. Expert Assistance at Every Step
Dedicated Relationship Manager assigned
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) processing
Company name reservation under RUN (Reserve Unique Name)
Drafting of key legal documents (MOA, AOA, etc.)
Filing for incorporation with MCA
3. Company Registered & Ready
Receive Certificate of Incorporation within 15–18 working days*
Your producer company is now legally recognized and operational
*Timeline subject to government processing
🔍 Registration Process Timeline
🗓️ Day 1
Application for Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
🗓️ Day 2 – 4
Check name availability
File Name Reservation under RUN (Reserve Unique Name)
🗓️ Day 5 – 8
Drafting of Memorandum of Association (MOA), Articles of Association (AOA), and supporting documents
Payment of applicable stamp duty
Notarization of relevant documents
🗓️ Day 9 – 11
Filing for company incorporation with the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
Allotment of Director Identification Number (DIN)
Application for PAN and TAN
🗓️ Day 12 – 14
MCA processing time
Issuance of Certificate of Incorporation
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions before reaching out? Here are quick answers to some of the most common queries we receive about contacting us, consultations, and service inquiries.
To register a Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) as a company under the Companies Act, the following criteria must be fulfilled:
The company’s main objective must align with the activities listed under Section 581B of the Companies Act, 1956, such as production, harvesting, procurement, grading, pooling, marketing, etc.
A minimum of 10 individual producers or at least 2 producer institutions must subscribe to the shares.
A minimum of 5 directors, with at least one being an Indian citizen and resident.
The company must have a registered office in India.
There is no minimum capital requirement prescribed under law. The shareholders may contribute any reasonable amount that is sufficient to begin and sustain business operations.
The company name must follow the naming rules set by the MCA and must include the word “Producer Company Limited.” Name reservation is done via the RUN (Reserve Unique Name) web form. You can submit up to two name choices. If not approved, the registrar may request a revised application with different name suggestions.
No. The entire process is 100% online. All documents and information can be uploaded on the portal or shared via email. No physical presence is required at any stage.
Yes, NRIs and Foreign Nationals are eligible to be appointed as directors after obtaining a Director Identification Number (DIN). However, there must be at least one director who is both a citizen and resident of India on the board.