KRPR & Associates has assisted foreign companies across technology, manufacturing and research sectors in establishing subsidiaries and managing regulatory compliance in India. Below are examples of how we have supported international clients in building their India operations.
US Technology Company – India Development Center Setup
Situation
A US-based technology company planned to establish an engineering development center in India to support its growing product team. The founders wanted to set up a wholly owned subsidiary to hire engineers and manage local operations, but they were unfamiliar with Indian regulatory requirements and compliance procedures.
What KRPR Did
KRPR & Associates assisted the company with the complete setup of its Indian subsidiary.
Our support included:
• incorporation of a private limited subsidiary in India
• obtaining PAN, TAN and regulatory registrations
• setting up accounting and payroll systems
• drafting employment contracts for the India team
• assisting with FEMA and FDI compliance for capital investment
We also provided ongoing accounting, payroll and statutory compliance support to ensure the company could operate smoothly from the first month.
Result
The subsidiary was successfully incorporated and operational within three weeks.
The company hired its first engineering team in India and continues to rely on KRPR for:
• accounting and bookkeeping
• payroll processing
• regulatory compliance
• annual filings and audit coordination
German Manufacturing Company – India Distribution Entity
Situation
A German industrial equipment manufacturer wanted to expand its presence in the Indian market by establishing a local distribution and support entity.
The company needed assistance with structuring the Indian entity, complying with FDI regulations, and establishing the financial and tax framework required to operate in India.
What KRPR Did
KRPR supported the company through the entire India entry process.
Our work included:
• incorporation of the Indian subsidiary
• assistance with GST registration for distribution activities
• advising on transfer pricing structure between the parent and Indian entity
• setting up accounting systems and financial reporting
• coordinating with banks for operational accounts
We also supported the client in establishing compliance processes to ensure the company met all statutory requirements.
Result
The company successfully established its India distribution entity and began servicing customers across the country.
KRPR continues to support the company with:
• accounting and GST compliance
• transfer pricing documentation
• annual regulatory filings and audit support.
European CRO – Research Support Operations in India
Situation
A European Contract Research Organization (CRO) planned to establish a research support center in India to leverage the country’s scientific talent and cost advantages.
The client required assistance with setting up the Indian company, hiring employees, and ensuring compliance with Indian regulatory requirements.
What KRPR Did
KRPR worked closely with the client to establish the Indian subsidiary and operational framework.
Our services included:
• incorporation of the India subsidiary
• obtaining necessary registrations and tax numbers
• designing payroll structure and employment compliance
• setting up accounting and reporting systems
• advising on FEMA compliance for foreign investment
We also provided ongoing support for monthly payroll, accounting, and statutory compliance.
Result
The Indian subsidiary became operational within a short period and began supporting the company’s global research operations.
KRPR continues to work with the client to manage:
• payroll for the India team
• monthly accounting and tax compliance
• regulatory filings and financial reporting.