Owning Public Limited Company? Register for SECP and secure your trademark.

The documents required to register a Public Limited company

1. Name Reservation

• Application for Name Reservation (Form 1)

• Paid Challan (fee slip) from MCB or UBL Bank (or through SECP e-services)

2. Documents for Incorporation

• Memorandum of Association (MoA)

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  – Defines the company’s business scope and objectives.

• Articles of Association (AoA)

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  – Defines internal rules and regulations for managing the company.

• Form 1 – Declaration of compliance with Companies Act, signed by a director or legal practitioner.

• Form 21 – Notice of situation of registered office.

• Form 29 – Particulars of directors, chief executive, secretary, etc.

• CNIC copies of all directors, CEO, and shareholders (or passport copies for foreigners).

• Digital Signatures–

• Acquired from NIFT (if applying through eServices).

• No Objection Certificate (NOC) –

• If needed (e.g., using a similar name, foreign shareholders, etc.)

• Bank Account Certificate –

• Showing minimum paid-up capital deposit (for capital-intensive businesses).

• Auditor’s Consent Letter –

• For appointment of first auditor (if required).

• Affidavit –

• Stating the accuracy of submitted documents and no involvement in illegal activities.

• Special Permissions –

• From relevant authorities if the company intends to operate in regulated sectors (e.g., telecom, banking, etc.)

4. Payment Proof

• Paid Challan of incorporation fee (based on authorized capital).
  

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