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Secretarial Compliance

Compliance is not paperwork. It is the structure your business stands on.

From incorporation to recurring ROC filings to FEMA compliance for cross-border investment. We handle the full secretarial lifecycle with zero backlog tolerance.

₹800Cr+

Deal Value Advised

2000+

Startups Served

180+

Investors Served

11 Yrs

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4.9/5

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    The Challenge

    Why compliance backlog becomes a deal-killer.

    ⚠ The Gap

    Nobody thinks about secretarial compliance until it blocks something important. A funding round stalls because DIR-3 KYC was not filed. A foreign investment gets held up because FC-GPR reporting was delayed. A company sale falls through because charge satisfaction was never recorded.

    The pattern is always the same. Compliance is treated as an afterthought, handled by whoever is cheapest, and ignored until the consequences become expensive. By then, the cleanup costs more than doing it right would have cost from the start.

    ✓ Our Approach

    We treat secretarial compliance as critical infrastructure. Not a checkbox exercise. Our practice runs on a calendar-driven system with partner-level oversight at every step. Every filing is tracked, every deadline is anticipated, and every document is prepared with the understanding that it will eventually be reviewed during diligence.

    CS Jigar Shah leads this practice with the same precision he brings to secretarial audits and IPO compliances. The standard is institutional. The execution is startup-speed.

    Secretarial Services

    Three practice areas.
    Zero backlog.

    Incorporation, recurring compliance, and cross-border regulatory filings. Handled by one team that understands how these pieces connect.

    • 01

      Company Registration & Incorporation

      The Gap: Wrong entity structure creates problems that compound for years.

      Private Limited, LLP, OPC, Section 8, and foreign subsidiary registration. We do not just file the form. We help you choose the right entity structure based on your funding plans, tax position, and growth trajectory. The choice you make at incorporation follows you through every round.

      Private LimitedLLPOPCSection 8Foreign SubsidiaryStartup India
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    • 02

      Recurring ROC Compliances

      The Gap: Missed filings accumulate penalties and block transactions.

      Annual returns (MGT-7), financial statements (AOC-4), DIR-3 KYC, auditor appointments (ADT-1), board meeting compliance, and event-based filings. We run a systematic compliance calendar. Every deadline is tracked. Every filing is prepared ahead of time. Zero exceptions.

      MGT-7AOC-4DIR-3 KYCADT-1Board ResolutionsShare Allotment
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      FEMA & RBI Compliance

      The Gap: Cross-border non-compliance creates penalties that scale with the transaction.

      FDI reporting through FC-GPR and FC-TRS, ODI filings for outbound investments, ECB compliance, downstream investment reporting, and annual return on foreign liabilities and assets. We handle the full FEMA stack for companies with foreign shareholders, foreign subsidiaries, or cross-border capital flows.

      FC-GPRFC-TRSODIECBRBI Reporting
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    How We Work

    Deliberate by design.

    We are not structured for volume. We are structured for outcomes.

    Compliance Audit

    We start by reviewing your current compliance status. Pending filings, overdue returns, missing documents. A clear picture of where things stand and what needs immediate attention.

    Calendar Setup

    We build a 12-month compliance calendar specific to your company. Every statutory deadline mapped, every filing responsibility assigned, every document requirement anticipated.

    Ongoing Execution

    Monthly and quarterly filings handled systematically. Board meeting support, share allotment processing, charge filings, and event-based compliances. All done ahead of deadline.

    Diligence Readiness

    When investors or acquirers run diligence, your corporate records are already clean. Registers maintained. Resolutions in order. Filings current. No last-minute scrambles.

    TESTIMONIALS

    Clients Perspective

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Managing Partner at Helix Capital

    I’ve worked with The Startup Gig across multiple investments now, and they’ve become my go-to legal team. They understand exactly how I evaluate deals, anticipate issues before I even raise them, and handle negotiations with a great balance of firmness and practicality. Having that consistency across deals is incredibly valuable.

    Harish Menon

    Harish Menon

    Co-Founder - House of Alpha

    The more deals we’ve done together, the smoother the process has become. They understand my risk appetite, my negotiation style, and what I care about in a deal. That familiarity makes every new transaction significantly easier.

    Nimesh Kampani

    Nimesh Kampani

    Founding Partner- 108 Capital

    Having known Pooja for a while and having seen her work up close, I can say they operate with a high degree of professionalism and consistency.

    Their ability to navigate transactions, simplify complex issues, and support founders effectively reflects the kind of legal partner startups truly need.

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Pharma Physician-Scientist

    Setting up and scaling in India meant dealing with multiple layers of legal work, especially around contracts and compliance. The Startup Gig supported us across a wide spectrum of agreements, ensuring everything was structured, consistent, and aligned with our global standards.

    What stood out was their responsiveness and ability to keep up with our pace as a growing company. For an overseas founder, that kind of reliable execution is invaluable.

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Chief Executive Officer at Lamberton Power

    We engaged The Startup Gig to help structure a joint venture in the sustainable energy space, and their approach went far beyond standard legal support.

    They brought a strong understanding of both the commercial objectives and the regulatory landscape, helping us design a structure that was not only compliant but also aligned with our long-term goals. Their ability to anticipate issues and navigate negotiations made them a valuable partner in the process.

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Founder & CEO, Hyurja Fuel Systems Private Limited

    We engaged The Startup Gig during a critical phase of our funding round, and their support made a tangible difference in getting the transaction closed.

    From handling documentation to actively supporting negotiations, they were hands-on, responsive, and solution-oriented throughout. Their ability to balance investor expectations with our interests helped move the deal forward smoothly.

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Co-Founder and CEO at Trackier

    What impressed us was their ability to deliver a full set of agreements within strict timelines while maintaining attention to detail.

    It’s rare to find a team that combines speed with precision so effectively.

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Co-Founder @ Happi Planet

    In the FMCG space, trademarks are not just legal assets-they are the foundation of the brand. There is absolutely no room for error.

    The Startup Gig handled 30+ trademark applications for us with remarkable precision and consistency. Their process was structured, efficient, and gave us complete confidence that every filing was done right.

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Sr. Software Developer

    As a first-time founder raising a substantial round, the process felt overwhelming at times. What truly stood out was how personally involved Pooja ma’am was throughout.

    No matter how many questions I had-even repetitive ones-she took the time to explain every detail with patience and clarity. That level of handholding gave me immense confidence.

    The Startup Gig didn’t just help us close the round-they made the entire journey smooth and far less stressful.

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Founder, Armor

    We onboarded The Startup Gig compliance team after a frustrating experience with our previous partners, and the difference was evident from day one.

    The handover was incredibly smooth, despite the volume and complexity of our transactions as a consumer electronics brand. Given the scale we operate at, even small errors can lead to serious GST and TDS implications-and we had already faced that earlier.

    With The Startup Gig, everything feels structured, accurate, and finally under control. We’re now on the right track.

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Founder @ Ultramotiv

    We had initially onboarded another firm for our funding compliance, but the experience was disappointing-they were expensive and assigned extremely junior associates to critical parts of our transaction, which made us feel like we weren’t a priority.

    With The Startup Gig, the difference was immediate. The founder herself was actively involved, which gave us confidence that there was real oversight and no scope for error. Their secretarial team handled the compliance aspects efficiently and seamlessly.

    For a startup, having an integrated legal and compliance team like this is invaluable.

    Mr. Tanmay

    Mr. Tanmay

    Co-Founder & CEO @ BAAS Technologies

    In a sector like aerospace, where transactions are complex and stakes are high, speed usually comes at the cost of precision. The Startup Gig proved otherwise.

    They helped us close our term sheet at lightning speed while ensuring every detail was thoroughly thought through. Their ability to move fast without compromising on quality made a real difference in maintaining deal momentum.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Insuretech and Reinsurance

    We’ve been working with The Startup Gig for over three years now, and the experience has been consistently seamless.

    As an insurtech company based out of Dubai, we needed a team that could understand our evolving requirements and support us reliably over time-and they’ve done exactly that.

    At this point, we genuinely cannot think of working with any other law firm.

    "The companies that close deals fastest are the ones that never let compliance fall behind in the first place."

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions from founders and investors.

    What is the difference between annual compliance and event-based compliance?
    Annual compliance includes filings that every company must make each year regardless of activity, like annual returns, financial statements, and director KYC. Event-based compliance is triggered by specific corporate actions like issuing shares, appointing directors, changing registered office, or creating charges. Both are mandatory. Missing either creates regulatory exposure.
    What happens if ROC filings are delayed?
    Penalties accumulate daily for most filings. DIR-3 KYC non-filing leads to director DIN deactivation. Prolonged non-compliance can result in the company being marked as 'active non-compliant' or even struck off by the ROC. More practically, pending filings block fundraising, M&A, and any transaction that requires clean corporate records.
    Do you handle FEMA compliance for startups with foreign investors?
    Yes. This is a core part of our secretarial practice. We handle FC-GPR reporting for foreign investment inflows, FC-TRS for share transfers involving foreign shareholders, and annual FLAIR returns. We also advise on pricing guidelines, sectoral caps, and reporting timelines.
    Can you help clean up past compliance backlog?
    Absolutely. Many clients come to us with years of pending filings. We conduct a full compliance audit, prioritize what needs immediate attention, and systematically clear the backlog while setting up systems to prevent recurrence.
    What entity type should I register for my startup?
    It depends on your funding plans, number of founders, liability preferences, and tax position. Private Limited is the most common for funded startups because of its credibility with investors and clean corporate governance framework. LLP works well for professional services. OPC for solo founders. We help you decide based on your specific situation.

    Compliance done right costs less than compliance done late.

    Let our secretarial team set up the systems that keep your company clean and investor-ready. Always.

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