Incorporation gives you a legal identity. After that, the “operating engine” begins.
Week 1–2: Setup basics
- PAN/TAN
- Company bank account
- Accounting setup (invoice + expenses)
- Document storage (COI, MOA/AOA, board resolutions)
Month 1: Decide compliance scope
- GST registration decision (if applicable)
- TDS requirements (vendors, rent, contractors)
- Payroll planning (if hiring soon)
Month 2–3: Build monthly discipline
- Bookkeeping cadence
- GST returns (if registered)
- TDS filings (if applicable)
- PF/ESIC/PT setup (based on workforce and state)
The truth
Most founders don’t fail at incorporation—they fail at continuity. That’s why “one team, one system” matters.