1. Ownership Structure

• OPC: Owned and operated by a single individual who acts as both shareholder and director
  
• Private Limited Company: Requires a minimum of 2 shareholders and 2 directors, allowing for shared ownership and management
  
• OPC is suitable for solo entrepreneurs, while Pvt Ltd supports partnership and investment
  

2. Number of Members

• OPC: Can have only one member at any time
  
• Private Limited Company: Can have 2 to 200 shareholders, facilitating broader ownership
  
• OPC restricts collaborative ownership, unlike Pvt Ltd
  

3. Compliance Requirements

• OPC: Enjoys less stringent compliance, such as exemption from holding Annual General Meetings (AGMs)
  
• Private Limited Company: Must comply with more detailed statutory requirements, including board meetings, AGMs, and ROC filings
  
• Pvt Ltd is subject to more regulatory oversight due to multi-member ownership
  

4. Fundraising and Investment

• OPC: Cannot raise funds by issuing equity to the public or other investors
  
• Private Limited Company: Can raise equity from private investors, venture capitalists, or corporate entities
  
• Pvt Ltd is more suited for businesses seeking external funding
  

5. Conversion Flexibility

• OPC: Mandatory to convert into a Private or Public company if turnover exceeds ₹2 crore or paid-up capital exceeds ₹50 lakh
  
• Private Limited Company: No such mandatory conversion requirement and can operate and grow independently
  
• OPC faces growth limitations in structure and investment scope