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    How to check if a company is registered in India

    Source-cited registry guidance — access and document fees vary by source.

    Search Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) at the official source

    Start with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for India. LemReveal has not established an available native register search for this page; indexed or secondary records are not complete register coverage.

    Open official portalRequest a record check

    Official access and fees vary. A human request is an enquiry, not a guaranteed extract or completed purchase.

    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: MCA

    How do I check if a company is registered in India?

    To check if a company is registered in India, search its exact registration number or legal name on MCA (https://www.mca.gov.in). Compare the identifier and available identity fields before reading the recorded status. A name-only match is a candidate, not confirmation. Official access requirements and document fees vary.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open the official MCA

      Go to https://www.mca.gov.in. This is the primary government-operated source.

      https://www.mca.gov.in
    2. 2

      Search by name or number

      Use the legal name or identifier supported by MCA. Trading-name and partial-name searches are not universal.

    3. 3

      Check status and legal name

      Compare the exact identifier and legal name. Preserve the source's status wording: historical and dissolved entities can still have registry records.

    4. 4

      Cross-check the registered address

      Compare the available registered address with the counterparty's documents. A registered office can differ legitimately from a trading address; clarify the difference rather than treating it as evidence of misconduct.

    5. 5

      Download the official extract (optional)

      Most registers let you download a formal extract or certificate. Use this for KYC, procurement, or contract files.

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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

    How do I check if a company is registered in India?

    Search the exact registration number on MCA at https://www.mca.gov.in, then compare the legal name and available identity details. Read the status and its date in the source's own terminology. Name similarity alone does not confirm the entity.

    How can I check if a India company is still active?

    Read the status on the exact entity's MCA record, preserving its wording and retrieval date. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution: an entity can remain registered while undergoing liquidation. A registry status is not a solvency or trustworthiness assessment.

    Is a India company with a website automatically registered?

    No. A website, email domain or invoice letterhead proves nothing. The only authoritative proof is a current entry in MCA with a matching legal name and registration number.

    What proves a India company is legally registered?

    An entry in MCA with an "active" or equivalent status is the definitive proof. The registration number returned by MCA is the authoritative identifier.

    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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    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.

    How can I check if a India company is legitimate?

    Look the company up on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). If the entity returns an "active" (or equivalent local status) result, matches the registered address on its invoices, and its listed directors match who is signing your contract, it is a real registered entity. Anything reported as "dissolved", "struck off" or "in liquidation" should be treated with caution.

    What information can I get about a India company for free?

    Free public data from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) typically includes: legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, current status, business type, and current directors / officers. Historical filings and certified copies may carry a small fee.

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