SECP Company Registration Fee in Pakistan – 2025
Registering a company in Pakistan through the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) involves specific government charges, collectively known as the SECP company registration fee. These fees vary depending on the type of company, the amount of authorized capital, and whether the application is submitted online or manually. In 2025, the SECP updated its fee structure to promote digital filings and improve efficiency.
1. Name Reservation Fee
Before company registration, businesses must reserve a unique name with the SECP.
Online Submission: PKR 1,000
Manual Submission: PKR 2,000
2. Company Incorporation Fee
The main registration fee depends on the authorized capital of the company.
Authorized CapitalOnline FeeManual FeeUp to PKR 100,000PKR 5,500PKR 10,000For each additional PKR 100,000PKR 770PKR 770Above PKR 5 Billion (per 100,000)PKR 165PKR 165
For example, a company registering with PKR 1 million in authorized capital would pay around PKR 12,430 if applying online.
3. Group or Holding Company Fee
For group registrations or holding companies, a flat fee applies:
Fee: PKR 100,000 (both online and manual)
4. Other Filing Fees
For submitting forms such as annual returns, changes in directors, or alterations in documents, the following apply:
Online Filings: PKR 1,000 per form
Manual Filings: PKR 1,500 per form
5. Fees Related to Charges and Mortgages
When registering charges (such as loans or mortgages), these fees apply:
Within 30 days: PKR 11,000 (online) / PKR 15,000 (manual)
Satisfaction of Charge:
Within 1 year: PKR 11,000 (online) / PKR 16,500 (manual)
After 1 year: PKR 16,500 (online) / PKR 24,750 (manual)
6. Fast Track Registration Service (Optional)
SECP offers a fast-track option for urgent company incorporation, with additional fees depending on processing time and type of request.
Conclusion
The SECP company registration fee in Pakistan for 2025 encourages online submissions through significantly lower rates. For small businesses, registering a company with minimal authorized capital online can cost as little as PKR 6,500 in total. As businesses scale, fees increase with capital and complexity. Using SECP’s e-Services platform can lead to both cost and time savings for new incorporations.