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    How do I look up a company by its registration number in India?

    Use the exact CIN with its issuing jurisdiction or register on MCA. Compare the returned legal name and identifier. A valid-looking number does not guarantee a result: coverage, formatting, access and source availability affect the lookup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the CIN on the paperwork

      The CIN normally appears on invoices, contracts, the website footer or official correspondence. It is the number counterparties are required to quote.

    2. 2

      Search the CIN

      Preserve leading zeros, letters, court and jurisdiction information. Follow the source's documented format rather than removing meaningful parts to force a match.

    3. 3

      Confirm the returned entity

      Check the legal name on the returned record matches the name on your paperwork. A mismatch between quoted number and quoted name is a serious warning sign.

    4. 4

      Verify at MCA

      For anything contractual, confirm the number against the primary source at https://www.mca.gov.in.

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    India: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Use MCA company or LLP information for the legal entity, then consult available signatory information and filings for officer questions. GST, company registration and professional licences are separate checks.
    Confirm the entity
    Distinguish a company CIN, an LLPIN and a director DIN. Match the full legal name and exact entity identifier before opening signatory or filing information.

    Check current access and document options on the official Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the India registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is a CIN in India?

    It is the identifier MCA assigns to a registered entity. It stays with the entity even if the trading name changes, which makes it the reliable way to track a company over time.

    Is a CIN lookup free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free where supported. Check MCA's official access rules for the record or document required.

    What if the CIN returns no result?

    Check the format, issuing jurisdiction, coverage and source availability. Preserve meaningful prefixes and leading zeros. An unavailable source is not a confirmed absence; ask the counterparty to clarify the identifier.

    Should I use the CIN or the company name?

    The CIN. Names are duplicated across entities within a group; the number is unique to one entity.

    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.

    People also ask about look up a company by its registration number in India

    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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