LLP Registration Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Know

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Last updated 20 Apr 2026

A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) combines the flexibility of a partnership with limited liability for its partners, and is governed by the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008. This guide covers the registration process, the LLP agreement, compliance requirements, fees and how an LLP compares with a private limited company.

Complete guide to registering a Limited Liability Partnership in India — process, LLP agreement, compliance requirements, fees and LLP vs Pvt Ltd comparison.

9 min read20 April 2026

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What is an LLP and How is it Different?

A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is a hybrid business structure that combines the flexibility of a traditional partnership with the limited liability protection of a company. Governed by the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008, an LLP is a body corporate with a separate legal identity from its partners.

Unlike a general partnership where partners have unlimited personal liability, in an LLP each partner's liability is limited to their agreed contribution amount. This makes LLP particularly popular among professional service firms.

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LLP vs Private Limited Company: Key Differences

Factor	LLP	Private Limited Company
Compliance Level	Lower (Form 8 + Form 11 annually)	Higher (AOC-4, MGT-7, AGM, board meetings)
Audit Requirement	Only if turnover > ₹40L or capital > ₹25L	Mandatory statutory audit every year
Equity Funding	Cannot issue equity shares to investors	Can issue shares to investors easily
Taxation	Partners taxed at individual rates (no DDT)	Corporate tax at 22% + DDT on dividends
Management	Governed by flexible LLP Agreement	Governed by MOA, AOA and Companies Act
Best For	Professional firms, consultants, agencies	Product startups, investor-backed businesses