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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: MCA

    How do I search the business registry in India?

    The India business registry is operated by MCA. It covers Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company. Search by business name to find the registered entity behind a trading name — free, no signup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      MCA records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      India recognises Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company. Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the India business registry cover?

    MCA records Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company. Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the India business registry by trading name?

    Yes, and that is usually the practical starting point. The registry will link the name to the registered legal entity where the two differ.

    Is a business registry search free in India?

    Yes. Name search and the public entry on MCA are free. Only certified documents are chargeable.

    What if a India business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    What is a CIN number?

    CIN (Corporate Identity Number) is a 21-character alphanumeric code assigned to every company registered with MCA. It encodes the listing status (U/L), industry code, state, year of incorporation, ownership type, and a serial number. Example: U72200KA2004PTC035747.

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    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the India company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official India business registry?

    The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is the official public register of companies incorporated in India. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.mca.gov.in.

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