As of February 13, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has streamlined company incorporation through its upgraded eZfile portal.

With the Fast Track Registration Service (FTRS), a private company can now be incorporated in as little as four working hours, provided all documents are correctly submitted.

This guide covers:

• Required documents
• Step-by-step approval procedure
• Fee structure
• How to verify a company
• SECP certificate download
• Registration guidance for Khanewal & Multan

📄 Documents Required for Company Registration in Pakistan (2026)

Before starting online registration, prepare scanned copies (under 2MB each).

✅ For Directors / Subscribers

• Valid CNIC (Pakistani nationals)
• Passport (Foreign nationals)
• Mobile number registered on CNIC

✅ Core Company Documents

1️⃣ Memorandum of Association (MoA)
Defines:

• Business objectives
• Scope of operations
• Sector classification

2️⃣ Articles of Association (AoA)
Defines:

• Shareholding structure
• Director roles
• Internal governance rules

3️⃣ Registered Office Address Proof

• Utility bill (latest)
  OR
• Rent agreement / ownership document

4️⃣ Authority Letter

• Required if consultant files on your behalf

🏛️ What Is SECP Company Registration?

SECP registration means:

• Your business becomes a separate legal entity
• You receive a Certificate of Incorporation
• You obtain a Company Unique Identification Number (CUIN)
• NTN is automatically generated via integration with FBR

You no longer need to separately visit FBR for basic tax registration.

⚙️ Step-by-Step SECP Online Registration Procedure (2026)

Step 1: Create eZfile Account

• Register at SECP eZfile portal
• Receive 4-digit PIN via SMS/email
• This PIN acts as your digital signature

Step 2: Combined Name Reservation + Incorporation

The new system processes both simultaneously.

• Propose 3 company names
• Avoid restricted/prohibited words
• System checks availability instantly

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Step 3: Select Company Type

Choose:

• Single Member Company (SMC)
• Private Limited Company
• Public Limited Company

Enter:

• Director details
• Share capital
• Business activity

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Step 4: Upload & Digital Sign

• Upload MoA & AoA
• Attach CNIC copies
• Sign electronically using PIN

Step 5: Fee Payment

• Generate PSID
• Pay via:
  • 1Link banks
  • ATM
  • Mobile banking
  • JazzCash
  • EasyPaisa
  • UBL / MCB branch

Step 6: Approval

• Application sent automatically to Company Registration Office (CRO)
• FTRS approval time: 4 working hours (if no objections)

💰 SECP Company Registration Fee 2026

Fees depend on Authorized Capital.

Additional:

• Rs. 100 user registration fee (one-time)

If filed physically, fee is higher.

🧾 Which Document Is Most Important?

The Memorandum of Association (MoA) is the most critical.

Why?

• It defines your business scope.
• You cannot legally operate outside the listed objectives.
• Banks and investors rely on MoA to verify company activities.

🔎 SECP Company Registration Check Online

To verify a company:

1. Visit SECP Company Search portal
2. Enter:
   • Company name
     OR
   • CUIN number

You can check:

• Status (Active / Inactive)
• Date of incorporation
• Registered CRO office

📥 SECP Certificate Download

After approval:

• Log into your eZfile account
• Download:
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Form II
  • MoA & AoA (stamped copies)

Certificates are digitally verifiable.

📍 Company Registration Near Khanewal & Multan

For businesses in Khanewal or Multan:

• Your application is processed by the relevant CRO (likely Multan jurisdiction).
• Physical visits are not required.
• Everything is handled online via SECP portal.

However, local consultants in Multan often assist with MoA drafting.

🧠 Pro Tips for Fast Approval

• Avoid generic names like “Pakistan Trading Company”
• Match business activity with SECP sector classification
• Double-check CNIC spellings
• Ensure documents are under 2MB
• Use clean, clearly scanned PDFs

📌 Quick Summary

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