भारत में उत्पादक कंपनी का ऑनलाइन पंजीकरण (किसान उत्पादक कंपनी / एफपीसी / एफपीओ)

What exactly is a Producer Company / Farmer Producer Company (FPC) / FPO?

A Producer Company is a special type of company created under the Companies Act (originally Chapter IXA of the 1956 Act, continued under Section 465 of the 2013 Act) only for “producers” – like farmers, dairy producers, fishermen, weavers, or anyone engaged in primary production. It is a body corporate where the owners and beneficiaries are the producers themselves, and the company exists to help them in activities like production, processing, pooling, marketing, export, or import of their produce.

A Farmer Producer Company (FPC) is simply a Producer Company formed specifically by farmers. In practice, when people say “Farmer Producer Company”, they mean a Producer Company where the members are farmers who come together to sell their crops, buy inputs in bulk, and access credit and schemes as a group.

An FPO (Farmer Producer Organisation) is a broader umbrella term. An FPO can be:

• a Producer Company registered under the Companies Act, or
• a cooperative / society registered under state laws.

So, all FPCs are FPOs, but not all FPOs are Producer Companies.

Compared to a normal Private Limited Company, a Producer Company:

• can only have producers and producer institutions as members,
• is built around agricultural/producer activities, and
• follows special rules on voting, profit distribution, and member benefit.

It is also not the same as a “small company” – even if the capital or turnover is small, a Producer Company follows its own specific provisions, not the “small company” relaxation category used in the Companies Act.

Farmers and producers prefer the Producer Company / FPC structure because it:

• lets them bargain collectively for better prices on both inputs and outputs,
• improves access to bank finance and government FPO/FPC schemes,
• gives limited liability and a formal legal structure, and
• keeps control and benefits within the producer community instead of outside middlemen.

Who can form a Producer Company and what are the minimum requirements?

In India, a Producer Company / Farmer Producer Company (FPC) can be formed by a group of producers who come together to carry out activities like production, processing, marketing, or export of their produce under a single legal entity. Typically, this means farmers, dairy producers, fishermen, weavers or other primary producers who want a more formal, Companies Act–based structure instead of an informal group.

Members requirement

To register a Producer Company / FPC:

• You need a minimum of 10 individual members, and
• All of them must be “producers” – i.e., actively engaged in primary production or related activities (farming, allied agri, etc.).

(In some cases, producer institutions can also be members, but the common scenario targeted in “producer company registration” searches is a group of 10 or more individual farmers/producers.)

Directors requirement

For the Board of Directors:

• You must have at least 5 directors at the time of incorporation.
• At least two-thirds of these directors must themselves be producers, ensuring that control stays with the producer community and not external investors or middlemen.

Capital requirement

The company requires a minimum authorised share capital of ₹5 lakh, with at least ₹1 lakh as paid-up capital contributed by members, reflecting their ownership stakes.

Name requirement

The company’s name must end with:

• “Producer Company Limited” (e.g., Green Fields Agro Producer Company Limited).

The proposed name must also be unique and available on the MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) portal – it cannot be identical or deceptively similar to an existing registered name or trademark.

Can there be foreign directors/shareholders?

Yes, foreign nationals can be directors or shareholders in a Producer Company, subject to:

• Valid passport and full KYC documentation,
• Compliance with Indian laws on foreign investment and director requirements, and
• The overall structure still meeting the producer-centric criteria (i.e., the required number of members and producer-directors must still be satisfied).

What documents do we need to start Producer Company registration?

To register a Producer Company / Farmer Producer Company (FPC) / FPO in India with the MCA and ROC, you’ll need KYC for all members/directors, proof for the registered office, and clear evidence that the group qualifies as “producers”. Here’s a structured checklist.

KYC Documents for Each Member & Director (Identity)

For Indian citizens:

• PAN Card – mandatory for all Indian members and directors.
• Aadhaar Card – optional, but strongly recommended as it speeds up e-KYC and DSC issuance.
• Any one additional identity proof:
• • Voter ID, or
  • Driving Licence, or
  • Passport
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Email ID and mobile number – required for DSC / DIN allotment and MCA communication.

For foreign nationals:

• Passport – mandatory primary ID proof.
• Valid Visa / OCI / PIO card, if applicable.
• Email ID and mobile number for DSC/DIN and MCA communication.
• Recent passport-size photograph.

These details are used for Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), DIN and populating the SPICe+ form on the MCA portal.

Address Proof for Members & Directors (Not Older Than 2 Months)

For residential address proof (for each member/director), keep one of the following, not older than 2 months:

• Latest electricity bill, or
• Latest telephone/mobile bill, or
• Recent bank statement

If they are staying in rented premises, the latest Rent Agreement can be kept handy as an additional supporting document.

Registered Office Address Proof

For the registered office of the Producer Company, you’ll typically need:

• Latest electricity / water / property tax / other utility bill of the office address, and
• A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner:
• • On the owner’s letterhead (or with full owner details)
  • Clearly stating that they permit use of the premises as the registered office of the Producer Company.

If the premises are owned by one of the promoters:

• Utility bill / property tax bill plus
• Property deed / sale deed / mutation extract showing ownership.

A clear, properly drafted NOC from the landlord is crucial to avoid ROC objections during SPICe+ scrutiny.

Proof of Producer Status (“Producer Certificate”)

Because this is a Producer Company / FPC, you must show that members are “primary producers” as per Section 378C of the Companies Act.

Common, accepted proofs include:

• Khasra-Khatuni or other land records – the most definitive documents for farmers.
• ITR-V or Income Tax Return showing agricultural income.
• Certificate/letter from the Sarpanch or competent village authority confirming that the person is a farmer or primary producer.

Practically, authorities expect that at least 70%+ of the members qualify as primary producers based on these documents.

Don’t worry if you’re not sure which producer proof is best - our team reviews your land records, ITRs and local certificates and confirms what will work for MCA/ROC before filing.

Additional Essential Documents for SPICe+ Filing

To complete the SPICe+ Part A & B process smoothly, you’ll also need:

• DSC & DIN:
• • Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates for at least 2 directors (ideally all signing directors).
  • DIN for all proposed 5+ directors (existing DINs or auto-allotted through SPICe+ if they are new).
• Incorporation e-Forms & Declarations:
• • e-MoA (INC-33) and e-AoA (INC-34) in producer-specific format, with correct objects for producer activities.
  • INC-9 – Declaration of compliance by subscribers and first directors.
  • Proof of fee payment / challan generated after online filing.
• Board/Promoter Resolutions (where applicable):
• • Resolution for registered office (post-incorporation, if temporary address was used initially).
  • Resolution appointing initial directors, if needed as per structure.
• Producer Declaration / Affidavit:
• • A short declaration/affidavit from the directors confirming that the members are producers or meet the required “primary producer” thresholds under the Act.

How does the online Producer Company registration process work on MCA V3?

Producer Company / Farmer Producer Company (FPC) registration in India is done entirely online through the MCA V3 portal using the integrated SPICe+ form (Part A & Part B). The flow is similar to a Private Limited Company, but with producer-specific documents and declarations.

Step 1 – Get DSC & DIN for the Directors

• We help your proposed directors obtain Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), which are required to sign all MCA forms online.
• For any director who doesn’t already have one, we apply for a Director Identification Number (DIN) as part of the SPICe+ process.
• At this stage, we also verify all KYC documents (PAN, Aadhaar, passport, email, mobile) to avoid rejections later.

Step 2 – Name Availability & Approval

• We conduct a name search on the MCA portal to check if your desired name is available and compliant.
• The name must be:
• • Unique, and
  • End with “Producer Company Limited” (e.g., Green Fields Agro Producer Company Limited).
• We then file the name reservation using SPICe+ Part A on the MCA V3 portal and wait for MCA’s approval.

Step 3 – Drafting MoA & AoA (Producer-Specific)

• We draft your Memorandum of Association (MoA), clearly defining:
• • Your producer-related objectives (farming, processing, marketing, etc.), and
  • The activities the Producer Company is allowed to undertake.
• We also draft your Articles of Association (AoA), covering:
• • Internal governance and management rules,
  • Voting rights and decision-making for members, and
  • How profits/surplus are shared or distributed among producer members.
• These are prepared in the e-MoA (INC-33) and e-AoA (INC-34) formats used on MCA V3.

Step 4 – Filing SPICe+ on MCA V3 (Main Incorporation Step)

• Once the name is approved, we complete SPICe+ Part B with:
• • Company details (name, type: Producer Company, registered office, capital),
  • Details of all members and directors (including DINs, shareholding, etc.).
• We attach all required documents, including:
• • MoA & AoA (INC-33 & INC-34),
  • DIR-2 (director consent letters),
  • KYC documents of members/directors,
  • Registered office proof (utility bill, NOC, deed/rent agreement),
  • Producer status proofs (Khasra-Khatuni, ITR with agri income, Sarpanch certificate etc.),
  • INC-9 (declaration by subscribers and first directors), and any producer declarations/affidavits.
• All of this is signed digitally using the DSCs of the directors and filed through the MCA V3 portal.

Step 5 – Govt Fees Payment & ROC Processing

• We calculate and pay the applicable ROC fees and stamp duty online based on your authorised share capital and state.
• MCA generates an SRN (Service Request Number), which we use to track the filing status.
• If the Registrar of Companies (ROC) raises any queries or asks for clarifications/resubmission, we handle the reply and corrections on your behalf within the timelines.

Step 6 – Certificate of Incorporation & Starting Operations

• Once the ROC is satisfied, MCA issues the:
• • Certificate of Incorporation (CIN) for your Producer Company, and
  • Other details such as PAN/TAN if applied through SPICe+.
• With the Certificate of Incorporation in hand, you can:
• • Open the current bank account in the name of the Producer Company, and
  • Officially start operations and access FPC/FPO-related schemes and benefits.
• From your side, you focus on documents and decisions; our team handles the complete MCA V3 + SPICe+ workflow until your Producer Company is legally registered.

Timeline – How Long Does Producer Company Registration Take?

In most cases, Producer Company / Farmer Producer Company (FPC) registration through the MCA V3 portal takes around 10–15 working days, provided all documents are correct and MCA/ROC does not raise major queries.

Typical 10–15 Day Timeline

• Day 1–2 – DSC Creation: Collection and verification of KYC, and issue of Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for the proposed directors.
• Day 2–4 – DIN Allotment: Applying for / auto-allotting Director Identification Numbers (DIN) for new directors through SPICe+.
• Day 4–7 – Name Approval: Checking name availability and filing SPICe+ Part A for a unique name ending with “Producer Company Limited”; MCA approves or suggests changes.
• Day 7–12 – SPICe+ Filing & Corrections (if any): Completing SPICe+ Part B, attaching MoA, AoA, DIR-2, KYC, office proofs, producer proofs, and responding to any initial resubmission or minor corrections from MCA/ROC.
• Day 12–15 – Certificate of Incorporation: Registrar of Companies (ROC) reviews and, if satisfied, issues the Certificate of Incorporation (CIN), enabling you to open a bank account and start operations.

What Can Delay Your Registration?

A few common issues that can push the timeline beyond 15 days:

• Mismatch in KYC details (name, DOB, PAN–Aadhaar mismatch).
• Incorrect or incomplete producer proofs (unclear land records, missing Sarpanch certificate, etc.).
• Name rejection due to similarity with existing companies or trademarks.
• Weak or unclear NOC / registered office documents.
• Late response to MCA/ROC queries or resubmission requirements.

Our role at Rest The Case is to pre-check documents and handle MCA/ROC interactions so that your Producer Company is incorporated as smoothly and quickly as possible.

How does Rest The Case help with Producer Company registration?

When you’re busy managing farms and producer activities, the MCA / ROC process can feel overwhelming. Here’s how the work is actually divided between you and Rest The Case.

What Rest The Case handles for you

• Eligibility check & basic structuring: We review whether your group fits the Producer Company / FPC requirements under the Companies Act – number of members, directors, capital, and primary producer status (Section 378C).
• DSC & DIN setup: We arrange Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) for the required directors and help obtain or map Director Identification Numbers (DIN) through SPICe+.
• Name search & MCA approval: We conduct MCA name search and apply for a unique name that correctly ends with “Producer Company Limited” and reflects your producer activities.
• Drafting MoA & AoA (producer-specific): We draft your e-MoA (INC-33) and e-AoA (INC-34) with the right producer-related objects, voting rules, and profit-sharing provisions, so the structure is compliant from day one.
• Preparing and filing SPICe+ & related forms: We fill and file SPICe+ (Part A & B) on the MCA V3 portal, along with:
• • INC-9 (declaration of compliance)
  • DIR-2 (director consent)
  • KYC, address proofs, registered office proofs, and producer status proofs (Khasra-Khatuni, ITR with agri income, Sarpanch certificate, etc.)
• Handling MCA/ROC queries till incorporation: We track the application, respond to MCA / ROC resubmission notes if any, and work with you on quick corrections until the Certificate of Incorporation (CIN) is issued.

What you and your group need to provide

• A basic list of members and directors (with who will be producers/directors).
• KYC details for each: PAN, Aadhaar (if available), other ID, email ID, and mobile number.
• Address proofs: recent utility bills / bank statements, plus Rent Agreement or property documents where applicable.
• Registered office documents: latest utility bill and a clear NOC from the owner (and property deed/mutation extract if owned).
• Producer proofs:
• • Land records like Khasra-Khatuni,
  • ITR-V with agricultural income,
  • or Sarpanch / village authority certificate confirming producer status.
• Final confirmation on your company name and main activities (e.g., crop type, dairy, fisheries, etc.).

In simple terms: you focus on sharing the right documents and decisions; Rest The Case handles the MCA forms, drafting and ROC process end-to-end until your Producer Company is officially registered.