A Nidhi Company, also known as a mutual benefit society, is a type of non-banking finance company under Sectionâ¯406 of the Companies Act, 2013. It promotes savings and borrowing among its member-owners on a peer-to-peer basis.
ð 1. Introduction
Nidhi firms are regulated by both the Companies Act and Nidhi Rules, 2014. They only lend to and accept deposits from their members, fostering a savings culture within the group. No RBI approval is required, and they operate with mutual benefits in mind.
ð§¾ 2. Types of Registrations & Licenses
- â New Nidhi Company Registration via SPICe+ Form INCâ32
- ð Periodic Compliance Filings: NDHâ1, NDHâ2, NDHâ3, NDHâ4, AOCâ4, MGTâ7
- â»ï¸ Branch Opening Permissions (up to 3 per district, more with RD sanction)
ð¥ 3. Who Needs These Services?
- Groups aiming to establish a mutual savings and lending platform
- Local community organizations, rotating societies, or mutual funds
- Entrepreneurs seeking a legal structure for deposit-based member financing
ð 4. Why Choose a Registration Service Provider?
- â Seamless filing of SPICe+ INCâ32, MoA/AoA
- â Accurate DIN & DSC collection, along with name reservation
- â Expert guidance through post-incorporation regulationsâNDH forms & compliance
- â Help with regulatory submissions for branch openings and deposit-lending limits
âï¸ 5. Registration Process â StepâbyâStep
- DIN & DSC for directors
- Name approval via RUN or SPICe+ Part A (must end with âNidhi Limitedâ)
- SPICe+ INCâ32 Filing: includes MoA, AoA, office proof, identity documents, DSC
- Certificate of Incorporation: ROC issues CIN once approved
- NDHâ1 within 90 days: declare directors and members list
- NDHâ4 within 120 days: confirm meeting eligibility criteria (200 members, â¹10 L net funds)
- Compliance Filings: NDHâ3 (half-yearly), AOCâ4 & MGTâ7 annually
- Branch Permissions: After 3 years of profit, serve up to 3 branches in same district
ð 6. Required Documents
- PAN, Aadhaar, and photos of subscribers/directors
- Registered office address proof & NOC
- MoA & AoA
- DSC & DIN details
- Coded capital/investment proof
- CA certificate for net-owned funds & membership status upon NDHâ4 filing
ð° 7. Cost Involved
Component | Estimate (â¹) |
DIN & DSC (per director) | 1,000â2,000 |
Name reservation & SPICe+ fees | 1,500+ (capital-based) |
Professional drafting & filing | 10,000â25,000 |
Stamp Duty & Miscellaneous | 2,000â5,000 |
â³ 8. Time Taken
- DIN & DSC: 2â3 days
- Name Approval: 1â3 days
- SPICe+ INCâ32 Filing: 10â20 days
- Final Incorporation: Additional 5â10 days
- Post-formation NDHâ1/NDHâ4 Filings: within first 120 days
Total from start to fully active ~ 30â45 days
â ï¸ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Name lacking âNidhi Limited,â or using âNidhiâ improperly after July 2024 reversal of old prohibition
- Under-capitalization or insufficient member count at milestone
- Missing statutory forms (NDHâ1/4/3)
- Opening branches without required profits or RD approval
- Mixing non-member deposits or prohibited activities (chit funds, insurance)
ð 10. CallâtoâAction (CTA)
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â 11. FAQs
Q1. Whatâs the minimum paidâup capital?
â¹5â¯lakh initially; and â¹10â¯lakh net funds by end of first year.
Q2. Can I open branches immediately?
No. Only after 3 profit-making years and with a cap of 3 in a single district.
Q3. Must the name end with âNidhi Limitedâ?
Yesâunless specifically exempted post the Julyâ¯2024 rule change, which relaxed the naming rules under INC 8A.
Q4. Can minors or corporate entities be members?
No. Only Indian adults.
Q5. Are RBI regulations applicable?
No. Nidhi firms follow Nidhi Rules and are exempt from RBI NBFC oversight.