What is a Disadvantage of OPC?

GC Posted by: George Cameron
• 03 October, 2025
5 Reply

The disadvantages of OPC are given below: 

  • OPC is only good for small businesses because it has only maximum limit of 1 member. 
  • An OPC cannot indulge in non-banking financial activity, which includes investments in securities of any other country. 
  • There is no clear difference between the director and management since it only have a 1 company director.   

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  • Praveen Kumar 04 October, 2025

    An OPC (One Person Company) is a legal entity that combines a sole proprietorship company and a business. It provides an opportunity for small businesses and investors to stay in their own company. OPC provides credibility and protection, and it has only one director and one shareholder, which is a perfect choice for solo investors or small businesses to grow their business.

    • MD
      Mihir Dutta 06 October, 2025

      OPCs have limited fundraising opportunities as they are not allowed to raise funds from equity, which results in small businesses to give aa hard challenges to growing industries.

    • SV
      Soham Venkatesh 05 October, 2025

      OPCs are only best for small businesses, and have a cap on annual and paid-up capital. However, if the business surpasses these limits, then they have to convert its OPC into a private limited company, which further leads to more complexities. 

    • BD
      Bhavna Desai 04 October, 2025

      OPC has restrictions on incorporation as other companies' structures. OPC cannot be incorporated by an NRI. It limits the contribution of the individual residing outside the country, who brings capital or valuable experience. 

    • GT
      Geo Tom 04 October, 2025

      One of the main disadvantages of the OPC is that it costs more as compared to a private limited company. Its tax filings, MCA filings, increase the cost, and if you hire a professional for managing legal compliance, auditing, and accounting, it can be a costly choice for small investors. 

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