1. SPICe+ Part A – Name Reservation

• This form is used to apply for the reservation of the company name.
  
• The proposed name must include “Nidhi Limited” and comply with MCA naming guidelines.
  
• It must be unique and not identical to any existing company or trademark.
  
• Once approved, the name is reserved for 20 days to complete incorporation.
  
• SPICe+ Part A is submitted through the MCA portal before SPICe+ Part B.
  

2. SPICe+ Part B – Incorporation Application

• This is the main application for incorporating the Nidhi Company.
  
• It includes company details, capital structure, object clause, and director information.
  
• Linked forms such as e-MOA (INC-33) and e-AOA (INC-34) are auto-generated with Part B.
  
• Professional certification from a CA, CS, or CMA is required for validation.
  
• Upon approval, the Registrar issues the Certificate of Incorporation.
  

3. AGILE-PRO – Additional Registrations

• This form is used to obtain additional registrations like GST, EPFO, ESIC, and bank account opening.
  
• It is filed together with SPICe+ Part B as part of the integrated company registration process.
  
• AGILE-PRO ensures a single-window clearance for multiple registrations.
  
• It includes details of the company’s primary activity, business location, and contact information.
  
• PAN and TAN for the company are also generated through this submission.
  

4. INC-9 – Declaration by Subscribers and Directors

• This is a mandatory declaration by all subscribers and first directors.
  
• It confirms that they have not been convicted of any offence under company law.
  
• INC-9 is auto-generated by the MCA system based on the details provided in SPICe+.
  
• It must be digitally signed and attached to the incorporation documents.
  
• Physical signatures are not required if the number of subscribers is less than 20.
  

5. NDH-1 – Post-Incorporation Declaration

• NDH-1 is filed within 90 days from the date of incorporation.
  
• It declares that the company meets the minimum of 200 members and ₹10 lakh Net Owned Fund requirements.
  
• The form must be certified by a practicing CA, CS, or CMA.
  
• Filing NDH-1 confirms the operational status of the company as a Nidhi.
  
• If the conditions are not met, the company must file NDH-2 to request an extension.