Question 1

What is the best business structure for a new startup in India?

Accepted Answer

For most tech, services, or product startups seeking investment, a Private Limited Company (Pvt. Ltd.) is the optimal structure - it provides limited liability, enables equity dilution for fundraising, and carries the most institutional credibility. Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships are simpler but expose founders to personal liability and are harder to scale. LLPs suit professional service firms. DHULL maps your specific objectives, funding timeline, and compliance appetite before recommending a structure.

Question 2

What decides how long it takes to register a Private Limited Company?

Accepted Answer

The sequence is fixed: digital signatures, then name reservation, then the SPICe+ filing, then PAN and TAN with the incorporation certificate, then GST registration, a bank account and any applicable licence such as MSME, FSSAI or IEC. What is not fixed is how long each step sits. Incomplete or inconsistent director documents, a proposed name that collides with an existing company or a registered trademark, and a query raised by the Registrar are the three things that move the date, and none of them can be priced into a promise made on day one. We do not quote a number of days. We run the steps in parallel where the law allows it, and tell you which one you are waiting on.

Question 3

What documents are required for company incorporation?

Accepted Answer

Core requirements include: PAN and Aadhaar of all directors and shareholders, passport-size photographs, address proof (electricity bill, bank statement), proof of registered office (rent agreement + NOC from owner, or ownership documents), and a proposed company name. DHULL conducts a pre-flight document check and name availability search before initiating any MCA filing to prevent rejections.

Question 4

What is the difference between a Private Limited Company and an LLP?

Accepted Answer

A Private Limited Company (Pvt. Ltd.) has shareholders and directors as separate roles, allows equity-based fundraising, requires annual statutory audits, and is preferred by investors and institutional partners. An LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) has partners who manage and own the firm, carries lighter compliance obligations (no mandatory statutory audit below a threshold), and works well for consulting or professional service firms. Pvt. Ltd. is typically the better choice if you plan to raise external capital.

Question 5

What is GST registration and does my business need it?

Accepted Answer

GST (Goods and Services Tax) registration is mandatory if your annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs (goods) or ₹20 lakhs (services) - or ₹10 lakhs in special category states. It is also mandatory regardless of turnover if you sell inter-state, operate an e-commerce business, or are required to deduct TDS/TCS. Voluntary registration is also beneficial for businesses wanting to claim input tax credit. DHULL handles the full registration process and ongoing monthly/quarterly return filing.

Question 6

What should I do if I receive an Income Tax Notice?

Accepted Answer

Do not ignore it. Income Tax Notices have strict response deadlines - failing to respond can result in ex-parte assessments, penalties, and tax demand orders. Common notices include scrutiny assessments (Section 143(2)), defective return notices (Section 139(9)), and demand notices (Section 156). DHULL's tax advisory team reviews the notice, identifies the specific trigger, prepares a compliant response with supporting documentation, and represents your interests with the department.

Question 7

What is the difference between a statutory audit and a tax audit?

Accepted Answer

A statutory audit is mandated under the Companies Act 2013 for all registered companies, regardless of turnover - it examines whether the financial statements present a true and fair view. A tax audit under Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act applies when business turnover exceeds ₹1 crore (or ₹10 crore with 95%+ digital transactions) - it verifies that the income disclosed in tax returns matches the audited books. Both require a qualified Chartered Accountant. DHULL manages both simultaneously to avoid duplicated effort.

Question 8

How does DHULL approach corporate tax optimization?

Accepted Answer

Tax optimization at DHULL is not about aggressive positions - it is about ensuring you use every legally available deduction, exemption, and credit: Section 80 deductions, capital expenditure timing, depreciation elections, input tax credit maximization, and appropriate transfer pricing for multi-entity structures. We review your P&L and structure proactively - not just at year-end - to engineer outcomes rather than report them.

Question 9

How do I register a trademark for my brand?

Accepted Answer

Trademark registration in India involves a class search, availability analysis, filing an application with the Trademark Registry, and managing examination and objection responses. Anand Dhull holds an authorized attorney code for trademark filing and leads every engagement personally. DHULL handles the complete lifecycle, from class selection and search through filing, examination response, and grant of registration.

Question 10

Do you provide tax advisory for individuals, not just businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. DHULL provides full-scope tax advisory and filing for individuals, salaried employees, professionals, NRIs, and high-net-worth individuals. Services include income tax return filing, tax planning under Sections 80C–80U, capital gains tax advisory, notice response, and TDS reconciliation. Individual clients are served under the same execution-first approach as corporate clients.

Question 11

Can DHULL manage all my company's ongoing compliance on a retainer basis?

Accepted Answer

Yes. DHULL's compliance retainer covers: MCA annual filings, GST monthly/quarterly returns, TDS monthly deposits and quarterly returns, statutory audit coordination, tax audit, and income tax return filing. A dedicated relationship manager handles all deadlines and keeps you informed - so compliance runs in the background while you focus on the business. Retainer pricing is structured by entity type and transaction volume.

Question 12

How do I get started with DHULL?

Accepted Answer

Message us on WhatsApp - no preparation required, and no form to fill in first. We will ask about your current business stage, compliance history, tax position, and what you are trying to do. You then get a structured engagement proposal covering scope and fees, and nothing is billed until you have accepted it.

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