To establish a Partnership Firm, certain documents need to be prepared and executed. These include:

• Partnership Deed: This legal document outlines the terms and conditions agreed upon by the partners, including profit sharing ratio, capital contributions, roles, and responsibilities.
• PAN (Permanent Account Number): Partners are required to have individual PAN cards issued by the Income Tax Department. The PAN cards are necessary for various legal and financial transactions.
• Address Proof: Partners must provide address proof documents such as Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID card, or driver’s license.

The process of forming a Partnership Firm involves the following steps:

• Selecting a Business Name: Choose a unique name for your partnership firm that reflects the nature of your business. It is advisable to conduct a thorough search to ensure the name is not already in use.
• Drafting the Partnership Deed: Prepare a comprehensive partnership deed that includes the names of partners, their capital contributions, profit sharing ratios, and other relevant terms and conditions. It is recommended to consult a legal professional to ensure all necessary clauses are included.
• Registering the Partnership Deed: Although not mandatory, it is advisable to register the partnership deed with the Registrar of Firms in the respective state. Registration provides legal validity, helps avoid disputes, and enables access to certain legal remedies.
• Obtaining PAN and Other Registrations: Each partner should obtain a PAN card from the Income Tax Department. Additionally, depending on the nature of the business, you may need to obtain other registrations such as GST registration, professional licenses, or specific industry-related permits.

To register a Partnership Firm, the following eligibility criteria must be met:

• Minimum of two individuals must come together to form a partnership. There is no upper limit on the maximum number of partners.
• Partners can be individuals, companies, or other legal entities capable of entering into a contract.

• Ease of Formation: Partnership Firms are relatively easy and cost-effective to form compared to other business structures.

• Shared Responsibility and Expertise: Partners can pool their resources, skills, and experience, leading to shared decision-making and a diverse range of expertise.

• Flexibility: Partnership Firms allow for flexibility in terms of profit sharing, capital contributions, and decision-making processes. The terms can be customized based on the needs and agreements of the partners.

• Tax Benefits: Partnership Firms are not taxed at the entity level. The profits and losses of the firm are shared among the partners, who are individually responsible for reporting their share in their personal income tax returns.

• Unlimited Liability: Partners in a Partnership Firm have unlimited liability, which means their personal assets may be at risk in the event of business debts or legal liabilities.

• Limited Capital Infusion: Partnership Firms may face limitations inraising capital compared to other business structures. The ability to attract external investors or raise funds through public offerings is limited.

• Lack of Continuity: A Partnership Firm is dependent on the partners involved. In case of the death, retirement, or withdrawal of a partner, the partnership may be dissolved or restructured unless otherwise specified in the partnership deed.

• Limited Legal Standing: Unlike a company, a Partnership Firm does not have a separate legal entity. It does not enjoy the same legal recognition, limited liability, or perpetual existence as a company.