Business templates for India
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Contracts & Agreements
Agency Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Agency Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 (Sections 182–238 on Agency). Appoints an agent to act on behalf of the principal, defining authority, duties, commission, termination rights, and liability. Suitable for commercial, sales, and marketing agency arrangements.
API Terms of Use (India)
API Terms of Use for Indian technology companies, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and the IT Act 2000. Covers API access licence, rate limits, authentication and security requirements, acceptable use restrictions, data handling obligations under the DPDP Act 2023, IP ownership of the API and output data, liability caps, and termination of access. Suitable for Indian SaaS platforms, fintech companies, and API marketplace operators.
Arbitration Agreement (India)
A standalone Arbitration Agreement for India, governed by the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 (as amended 2015, 2019, 2021). Provides for binding resolution of commercial disputes by arbitration, specifying the seat, number of arbitrators, language, and applicable rules. Suitable for stand-alone use or incorporation by reference into commercial contracts.
Catering Agreement (India)
A professional catering services contract for India covering events, corporate canteens, and bulk food supply. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and FSSAI Act 2006. Includes menu, per-plate pricing, FSSAI licence, GST, and food safety compliance.
Celebrity Endorsement Agreement (India)
A Celebrity Endorsement Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and the ASCI Code. Covers right to use the celebrity's name, image, likeness, and voice; deliverables (TV commercials, print, digital); exclusivity by category; approval process; endorsement fee in INR; TDS deductions; morality clause; ASCI compliance; and post-term restrictions. Suitable for FMCG brands, consumer electronics companies, financial services, and sports management agencies.
Channel Partner / Reseller Agreement (India)
A Channel Partner and Reseller Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers appointment of channel partner or reseller, authorised territory (India or specific states), product resale rights, margin and commission structure in INR (GST at 18%), minimum purchase obligations, GSTIN requirements, sub-reseller restrictions, trade mark licence for marketing, training obligations, and non-compete provisions. Suitable for technology vendors, FMCG companies, and manufacturers appointing Indian channel partners.
Cloud Services Agreement (India)
A Cloud Services Agreement for India, governed by the IT Act 2000 and DPDP Act 2023. Covers IaaS/PaaS/SaaS cloud service delivery, data residency, DPDP Act compliance obligations, shared responsibility model, SLA, security requirements, and exit/data portability rights.
Cold Storage Agreement (India)
A Cold Storage Agreement for India, governed by the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 (FSSA), the Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) Warehousing (Development and Regulation) Act 2007, and the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers temperature-controlled storage of perishable goods, FSSAI compliance, storage charges in INR (GST), inspection rights, liability for spoilage, insurance, and termination. Suitable for food processors, exporters, dairy companies, pharmaceutical cold chains, and agricultural produce storage.
Commission Agreement (India)
A Commission Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Defines the commission structure, calculation basis, payment terms, TDS obligations under Section 194H, territory, and post-termination commission rights. Suitable for sales representatives, brokers, and referral agents.
Consulting Agreement (India)
A professional Consulting Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and GST Act 2017. Establishes the consultant's scope of work, fees, TDS obligations, IP ownership, confidentiality, and termination rights. Suitable for independent consultants and advisory firms.
Convertible Note (India)
A convertible promissory note for India startup funding. Governed by the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Regulations. Includes principal amount, interest rate, conversion trigger, discount rate, valuation cap, and FEMA compliance for foreign investors.
Crowdfunding Agreement (India)
A Crowdfunding Agreement for India-based platforms and issuers, governed by SEBI Regulations and the Companies Act 2013. Covers equity-based, debt-based, and reward-based crowdfunding structures. Establishes the terms between the platform, the issuer company, and contributors regarding fund collection, use of proceeds, and investor rights.
Data Processing Agreement (India)
A data processing agreement for India compliant with the IT Act 2000, SPDI Rules 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Covers controller-processor obligations, data security standards, sub-processing, breach notification, and cross-border transfer restrictions.
Digital Marketing Agreement (India)
A professional digital marketing services contract for India covering SEO, PPC, social media, and content marketing. Governed by the IT Act 2000 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes KPIs, ad spend accountability, IP ownership, and ASCI compliance.
Distribution Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Distribution Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Sale of Goods Act 1930. Appoints a distributor to resell goods in a defined territory, with exclusivity, minimum purchase targets, GST/TDS obligations, IP licence, and termination provisions.
Equipment Hire / Rental Agreement (India)
An Equipment Hire and Rental Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers hire period, equipment description and serial numbers, hire charges in INR (GST at 18%), security deposit, permitted use, maintenance obligations, breakdown procedure, insurance requirements, risk allocation, return conditions, and default remedies. Suitable for construction equipment, industrial machinery, event equipment, vehicles, and IT hardware rental in India.
Equipment Sale Agreement (India)
A comprehensive equipment sale contract for India covering machinery, industrial equipment, and commercial goods. Governed by the Sale of Goods Act 1930. Includes implied warranties, title transfer, delivery terms, GST invoicing, and inspection rights.
Escrow Agreement (India)
An Escrow Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Appoints a neutral escrow agent to hold funds, documents, or assets pending satisfaction of agreed conditions. Suitable for M&A transactions, real estate, software source code escrow, and commercial transactions.
Event Management Agreement (India)
A detailed event management contract for India covering corporate events, weddings, and exhibitions. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes scope of services, vendor coordination, budget accountability, force majeure, and GST compliance.
Factoring Agreement (India)
A Factoring Agreement for India, governed by the Factoring Regulation Act 2011. Enables a business (the assignor) to sell its trade receivables to a registered factor (NBFC or bank) at a discount for immediate liquidity. Covers recourse and non-recourse factoring, assignment of receivables, advance payment, and notification to debtors.
Franchise Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Franchise Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Competition Act 2002. Grants franchisee the right to operate under the franchisor's brand with defined territory, royalty, quality standards, training obligations, IP licence, and termination provisions.
Franchisee Operations Manual Agreement (India)
A Franchisee Operations Manual Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Establishes the franchisee's binding obligation to comply with the franchisor's Operations Manual, covers system standards, quality control inspections, approved supplier requirements, training obligations, reporting requirements, brand standards, and consequences of non-compliance. Supplements the main Franchise Agreement and ensures system-wide operational consistency across the franchise network in India.
Guarantee Agreement (India)
A Guarantee Agreement (Surety Bond) for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 (Sections 126–147). Provides a written guarantee by which a surety undertakes to perform or discharge the obligations of a principal debtor if the principal debtor defaults. Suitable for loan guarantees, performance guarantees, and commercial surety arrangements.
Hire Purchase Agreement (India)
A Hire Purchase Agreement for India, governed by the Hire Purchase Act 1972 and the Indian Contract Act 1872. Enables the hirer to take possession of goods and pay for them in instalments, with ownership transferring only upon payment of the final instalment. Suitable for vehicles, machinery, equipment, and consumer goods.
Indemnity Agreement (India)
An Indemnity Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 (Sections 124–147). Provides for one party to indemnify another against specified losses, claims, and liabilities. Suitable for commercial, contractual, and personal indemnity arrangements.
Influencer Agreement (India)
A professional influencer marketing contract for India covering brand collaborations and sponsored content. Governed by the IT Act 2000 and Consumer Protection Act 2019. Includes ASCI disclosure obligations, content deliverables, exclusivity, and payment terms.
Influencer Marketing Agreement (India)
An Influencer Marketing Agreement for India, compliant with the ASCI Influencer Guidelines 2021 and the Consumer Protection Act 2019. Covers deliverable specifications (posts, reels, stories, YouTube), disclosure obligations (#ad, #sponsored), exclusivity, content approval rights, payment in INR, IP assignment, morality clause, and ASCI complaint procedure. Suitable for brands, agencies, and social media influencers operating on Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms in India.
IT Services Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement for IT services in India covering software development, support, and maintenance. Governed by the IT Act 2000 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes data protection, SLA, IP ownership, and payment terms compliant with Indian law.
Letter of Intent (India)
A Letter of Intent (LOI) for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Records the key commercial terms agreed between parties before a formal contract is executed. Suitable for M&A, joint ventures, real estate, and business acquisitions. Includes binding confidentiality and exclusivity clauses.
Maintenance Agreement (India)
A professional maintenance services contract for India covering equipment, facility, IT systems, and annual maintenance contracts (AMC). Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes service schedule, response times, spare parts, and GST compliance.
Management Agreement (India)
A comprehensive management services contract for India covering property management, business management, and talent management. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes management fees, authority scope, fiduciary duties, and agency provisions.
Master Service Agreement (India)
A Master Service Agreement (MSA) for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Provides the overarching framework for an ongoing service relationship, with individual Statements of Work (SOWs) for each project. Covers scope governance, fees and payment (INR, GST at 18%, TDS), IP ownership, confidentiality, indemnity, liability cap, force majeure, and dispute resolution by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996. Suitable for IT services, professional services, and outsourcing relationships.
Mediation Agreement (India)
A Mediation Agreement for India, governed by the Mediation Act 2023. Provides for the structured resolution of commercial disputes by a neutral mediator. Includes mediator appointment, confidentiality of mediation proceedings, mediation settlement agreement (MSA) provisions, and costs.
Memorandum of Understanding (India)
A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Suitable for joint ventures, collaborations, and pre-contractual arrangements. Clearly records the mutual intentions, responsibilities, and timelines of the parties before a binding agreement is executed.
Mobile App Development Agreement (India)
A detailed mobile application development contract for India covering iOS, Android, or cross-platform apps. Governed by the IT Act 2000 and Copyright Act 1957. Includes app store submission, IP assignment, milestone payments, and source code escrow provisions.
Non-Disclosure Agreement (India)
A legally enforceable non-disclosure agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 (Sections 27 and 73), IT Act 2000, and SPDI Rules 2011. Available in mutual and unilateral forms. Includes confidential information definition, exclusions, return/destruction clause, injunctive relief, and arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996.
Photography Agreement (India)
A professional photography services contract for India covering events, commercial, and portrait photography. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Copyright Act 1957. Includes image rights, deliverables, usage licence, and payment terms.
Pledge Agreement (India)
A Pledge Agreement for India, governed by Sections 172–179 of the Indian Contract Act 1872. Creates a security interest over movable goods, shares, or other assets by delivering them to the pledgee (creditor) as security for a debt or obligation. Covers the rights of the pawnee, redemption rights of the pawnor, and remedies upon default.
Profit Sharing Agreement (India)
A Profit Sharing Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Enables two or more parties to collaborate on a business activity and share the resulting profits according to agreed ratios. Distinct from a partnership, it governs profit allocation without necessarily creating a full partnership under the Indian Partnership Act 1932.
SaaS Agreement (India)
A SaaS Agreement for India, governed by the IT Act 2000 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers software access licence, subscription fees, SLA, data processing obligations under the DPDP Act 2023, IP ownership, acceptable use, and termination. Suitable for cloud software vendors and enterprise customers.
SaaS Agreement (India-Specific Terms)
A comprehensive SaaS Agreement tailored for the Indian legal framework, incorporating the IT Act 2000, Indian Contract Act 1872, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPB) 2023. Covers India-specific data localisation obligations, GST at 18%, TDS deductions under the Income Tax Act 1961, DPDP Act data processor obligations, SLA, and dispute resolution by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996. Suitable for Indian SaaS vendors, IT companies, and enterprise customers.
SAFE Agreement (India)
A Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) for India-based startups and investors. Governed by the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Regulations. Provides the investor the right to receive equity upon a future qualifying financing round, acquisition, or IPO, without requiring a fixed repayment date or interest.
Service Level Agreement (India)
A Service Level Agreement (SLA) for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and the IT Act 2000. Defines service metrics, uptime targets, response and resolution times, performance measurement methodology, service credits for SLA breaches, escalation matrix, maintenance windows, and reporting obligations. Suitable as a standalone SLA or schedule to a Master Service Agreement or SaaS Agreement for IT services, managed services, and technology outsourcing in India.
Set-Off Agreement (India)
A Set-Off Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Allows two parties with mutual debts to extinguish or reduce their obligations by offsetting them against each other. Used in commercial, banking, and insolvency contexts to simplify settlement and reduce payment risk between counterparties.
Settlement Agreement (India)
A full and final settlement agreement for India resolving a dispute between two parties. Covers the settlement sum, mutual release of claims, confidentiality, non-disparagement, and no-admission of liability. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and enforceable as a consent award if parties prefer.
Business Settlement Agreement (India)
A Business Settlement Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Resolves commercial disputes, outstanding debts, or contractual disagreements between businesses through a mutually agreed settlement. Includes full and final settlement, release of claims, confidentiality, and waiver provisions.
Sponsorship Agreement (India)
A comprehensive sponsorship contract for India covering events, sports, and media. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes branding rights, exclusivity, payment schedule, deliverables, and GST compliance.
Subscription Agreement (India)
A comprehensive subscription services contract for India covering SaaS, media, and membership subscriptions. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Includes subscription tiers, auto-renewal, cancellation policy, GST compliance, and data protection.
Supply Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Supply Agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Sale of Goods Act 1930. Covers goods supply terms, pricing, delivery obligations, quality standards, GST invoicing, MSME payment obligations, force majeure, and termination rights.
Term Sheet (India)
A professional investment term sheet for India covering equity funding rounds and strategic transactions. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and SEBI Regulations. Includes valuation, equity stake, anti-dilution, board rights, and standard startup investment terms.
Tutoring Agreement (India)
A tutoring services agreement for India covering subject areas, session schedule, tutor fees, cancellation policy, online/offline delivery, GST obligations, and conduct expectations. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Venue Hire Agreement (India)
A venue hire agreement for Indian event venues covering booking details, hire fee, security deposit, catering rights, permitted use, cancellation policy, liability, liquor licensing obligations, and GST. Compliant with the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Website Development Agreement (India)
A professional website development contract for India covering design, development, and delivery of websites. Governed by the IT Act 2000 and Copyright Act 1957. Includes IP assignment, milestone payments, revision rounds, and hosting obligations.
Corporate
Angel Tax Exemption Declaration (DPIIT)
An Angel Tax Exemption Declaration for DPIIT-recognised Indian startups, issued under Section 56(2)(viib) of the Income Tax Act 1961. Documents the startup's eligibility for angel tax exemption based on DPIIT recognition and the investor's category (resident or non-resident). Covers startup's declaration of DPIIT certification, compliance with prescribed conditions, Udyam Registration, and investor acknowledgment. Suitable for Indian startups raising angel or seed funding rounds.
Annual General Meeting Notice (India)
A statutory Notice of Annual General Meeting for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013, Section 101. Provides at least 21 clear days' notice to all members, directors, and auditors. Includes agenda items, explanatory statement under Section 102, proxy form instructions, and e-voting notice for listed companies under SEBI LODR Regulations 2015.
Articles of Association (India)
Articles of Association (AoA) for an Indian private limited company, governed by Section 5 of the Companies Act 2013. Defines the internal management rules including share transfers, directors' powers and meetings, shareholders' meetings, dividend policy, and company seal. Filed electronically with MCA through SPICe+ on incorporation.
Board Resolution (India)
A Board Resolution template for Indian companies, governed by the Companies Act 2013. Records formal decisions of the Board of Directors on key corporate actions including opening bank accounts, authorising signatories, executing contracts, allotting shares, and other matters requiring board approval.
Business Name Registration (India)
A declaration and application document for registering a business name (trade name) under the Shops and Establishments Act and applicable state laws in India. Covers proprietor details, business description, and trade name registration undertakings.
Company Incorporation Documents (India)
Company Incorporation Documents for India, covering the key resolutions, declarations, and agreements needed when forming a private limited company under the Companies Act 2013 and MCA Rules. Includes Director Identification Number (DIN) declarations, Digital Signature Certificate requirements, subscriber sheet, and initial consent to act as director.
Company Secretary Appointment (India)
A formal Company Secretary Appointment Letter for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013, Section 203. Records the appointment of a whole-time Company Secretary as KMP, specifying remuneration, duties under ICSI guidelines, and filing obligations under Form MR-1 within 60 days. Mandatory for companies with paid-up capital of ₹10 crore or more.
Company Winding Up Application (India)
A voluntary winding up application for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013 and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016. Covers members' voluntary winding up by special resolution, Board's declaration of solvency, liquidator appointment, and filing obligations with the NCLT and Registrar of Companies. Suitable for solvent companies seeking dissolution.
Director Appointment Letter (India)
A formal Director Appointment Letter for Indian companies under the Companies Act 2013, Section 152. Records the Board's appointment of a new director, sets out terms of office, remuneration, duties under Section 166, and consent in Form DIR-2. Covers compliance obligations including DIN, DIR-8 declaration, and MBP-1 disclosure of interest.
Director Personal Guarantee (India)
A personal guarantee by a director or promoter of a company guaranteeing the company's obligations to a lender or creditor, under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Companies Act 2013. Covers guarantee amount, conditions, and enforcement rights.
Director Resignation Letter (India)
A statutory Director Resignation Letter for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013, Section 168. The resigning director notifies the company and files Form DIR-11 with the MCA within 30 days. Covers effective date, handover obligations, and the director's right to file directly with the ROC if the company fails to acknowledge the resignation.
Directors' Resolution (India)
A board of directors' resolution for Indian companies under the Companies Act 2013. Suitable for passing resolutions at a duly convened board meeting or by circular resolution. Includes proper recitals, operative clauses, and certification by the Company Secretary.
Dividend Declaration (India)
A statutory Dividend Declaration for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013, Section 123. Records the Board's recommendation and shareholder approval of dividend, specifying the dividend rate, record date, and payment timeline. Covers TDS obligations under Section 194 of the Income Tax Act 1961 and mandatory transfer to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) for unclaimed dividends.
Dormant Company Declaration (India)
A statutory application to obtain Dormant Company status under Companies Act 2013, Section 455. Allows companies formed for a future project or holding shares/securities to obtain dormant status, reducing annual compliance obligations. Requires shareholder special resolution, Form MSC-1 filing with ROC, and annual Form MSC-3 return.
Extraordinary General Meeting Notice (India)
A statutory Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013. Provides at least 21 clear days' notice with explanatory statement under Section 102. Covers EGMs convened by the Board, by requisition of members under Section 100, or by order of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
LLP Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Limited Liability Partnership Agreement under the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008, covering partner contributions, profit sharing, management rights, designated partners, restrictions on transfer, and dispute resolution.
LLP Designated Partner Change (India)
A notice and resolution for changing designated partners in an LLP under the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008, for filing in Form 4 with the ROC. Covers appointment and cessation of designated partners with DPIN details.
LLP Supplementary Agreement (India)
A supplementary agreement to amend or supplement an existing LLP Agreement under the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008. Used to record changes in contribution, profit sharing, partner admission, or other terms, with ROC filing in Form 3.
Memorandum of Association (India)
A Memorandum of Association (MoA) for India, governed by Section 4 of the Companies Act 2013. The MoA is the fundamental constitutional document of a company, defining its name, registered state, objects, liability of members, and authorised share capital. Must be filed with MCA through SPICe+ upon incorporation.
Minutes of Meeting (India)
Statutory Minutes of Board Meeting or General Meeting for Indian companies under Companies Act 2013, Section 118. Records attendance, quorum, resolutions passed (ordinary and special), and voting results. Must be entered in the Minutes Book within 30 days, signed by the Chairman, and kept at the registered office as a permanent statutory record.
MSME Registration Declaration (India)
A self-declaration for Udyam Registration under the MSMED Act 2006, confirming enterprise classification as Micro, Small, or Medium based on investment and turnover criteria. Used for filing on the Udyam Registration Portal.
One Person Company Formation (India)
A formation document for incorporating a One Person Company (OPC) under Section 3 of the Companies Act 2013. Covers nominee declaration, Memorandum of Association, subscriber details, and compliance checklist for MCA21 filing.
Operating Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Operating Agreement (Shareholders' Agreement) for Indian private limited companies under Companies Act 2013. Governs management rights, share transfer restrictions, reserved matters, anti-dilution, information rights, tag-along and drag-along provisions. Supplemented by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996.
Proxy Form (India)
The statutory Proxy Form (Form MGT-11) for Indian company meetings under Companies Act 2013, Section 105. Authorises a proxy to attend and vote at an AGM or EGM on behalf of the member. Must be lodged with the company at least 48 hours before the meeting. Includes voting instructions for each agenda item.
Registered Office Change Form (India)
A statutory notice and application for changing a company's registered office under Companies Act 2013, Section 12. Covers changes within the same city (Board resolution only), to another city in the same state (special resolution + Form INC-22), and to another state (special resolution + NCLT order + Form INC-23). Includes ROC filing timelines.
Share Certificate (India)
The statutory Share Certificate for Indian companies under the Companies Act 2013. Evidences ownership of shares by the named shareholder, specifying the company's CIN, share class, distinctive numbers, and paid-up value. Must be issued within 60 days of allotment or transfer and signed by authorised directors under the company seal.
Share Purchase Agreement (India)
A Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) for India, governed by the Companies Act 2013, Indian Contract Act 1872, and SEBI Regulations. Documents the sale and transfer of shares in an Indian private limited company, including representations and warranties, conditions precedent, completion mechanics, and post-completion obligations.
Share Subscription Agreement (India)
A comprehensive Share Subscription Agreement for private limited companies in India, governed by the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Regulations. Records the investor's commitment to subscribe for new shares, sets out representations, warranties, conditions precedent, and post-closing obligations including compliance with the Companies Act 2013 allotment timeline.
Share Transfer Form (India)
The statutory Share Transfer Form (Form SH-4) required under the Companies Act 2013 for transferring shares of an Indian private or public limited company. Documents the transfer of shares from the transferor to the transferee, with space for stamp duty endorsement. Required to be lodged with the company within 60 days of execution.
Shareholders Agreement (India)
A Shareholders Agreement (SHA) for Indian private limited companies, governed by the Companies Act 2013 and the Indian Contract Act 1872. Governs the relationship between shareholders, defines rights and obligations, share transfer restrictions, investor protections (anti-dilution, veto rights, tag-along, drag-along), and exit mechanisms.
Shareholders Resolution (India)
A Shareholders Resolution template for Indian companies, governed by the Companies Act 2013. Records formal decisions of shareholders at general meetings (AGM/EGM) or by postal ballot on matters requiring shareholder approval, including amendments to MoA/AoA, share capital changes, significant contracts, and other reserved matters.
ESOP Grant Letter (Startup India)
An Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) Grant Letter for Indian startups, issued under Section 62(1)(b) of the Companies Act 2013 and the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules 2014. Covers option grant details, exercise price (Fair Market Value or face value), vesting schedule (cliff and linear vesting), DPIIT-certified startup tax deferral, exercise mechanics, lock-up on IPO, and tax withholding obligations. Suitable for DPIIT-recognised startups and private limited companies granting ESOPs to employees, directors, and advisors.
Company Striking Off Application (India)
A formal application to strike off a company from the Register of Companies under Section 248 of the Companies Act 2013 (STK-2 / STK-4 form basis). Covers eligibility declaration, director details, outstanding liabilities, and undertakings required by the Registrar of Companies.
Service Contracts
Architect Agreement (India)
A professional architect services agreement under the Architects Act 1972 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers design stages, Council of Architecture registration, fee schedule, site supervision, statutory approvals, and copyright in architectural drawings.
Childcare Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a childcare provider (daycare centre, crèche, nanny, or babysitter) and a parent or guardian for the care and supervision of a child in India, covering care schedule, fees, health and safety obligations, and emergency procedures under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Cleaning Services Agreement (India)
A professional cleaning services contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and applicable labour laws. Covers scope of cleaning work, frequency, staff obligations, materials, GST-inclusive fees, and termination conditions.
Courier Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a courier or logistics company and a client for the provision of courier and parcel delivery services in India, covering service levels, liability, prohibited items, and payment terms under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Indian Post Office Act 1898.
Domestic Helper Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between an employer (household) and a domestic helper (maid, cook, driver, or housekeeper) or a domestic worker placement agency for household services in India, covering duties, working hours, remuneration, leave, and termination under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Enrichment Class Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between an enrichment class provider (tuition centre, music school, coding academy, art studio) and a student or parent for the provision of educational enrichment services in India under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Food Supply Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement between a food supplier and a buyer governing the supply of food products in India. Covers FSSAI compliance, quality standards, delivery terms, pricing, and payment under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 and Indian Contract Act 1872.
Gym Membership Agreement (India)
A gym membership contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Consumer Protection Act 2019. Covers membership duration, facilities access, fee and GST, health waiver, conduct rules, auto-renewal, cancellation, and refund policy.
Hotel Management Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement between a hotel owner and a professional hotel management company for the operation and management of a hotel property in India, covering management fees, operational standards, reporting obligations, and brand standards under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Housekeeping Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a professional housekeeping or facility management company and a client (hotel, hospital, office, or residential complex) for the provision of housekeeping and cleaning services in India, covering service scope, staff obligations, payment, and compliance under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Interior Design Agreement (India)
A professional interior design services contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers design scope, fee structure, material procurement, GST, IP ownership of design drawings, site supervision, and handover obligations.
Manpower Supply Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement between a manpower supply or staffing agency and a principal employer for the provision of contract labour in India, covering worker categories, wages, statutory compliance, and liability under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act 1970 and Indian Contract Act 1872.
Personal Training Agreement (India)
A personal fitness training services contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers training sessions, fees, health disclosure, liability waiver, cancellation policy, and trainer qualifications for individual or group fitness training in India.
Pest Control Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a licensed pest control company and a client for pest management services in India, covering treatment scope, chemical safety, warranty, and payment terms under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Insecticides Act 1968.
Security Services Agreement (India)
A security services contract under the Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act 2005 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers guard deployment, PSARA licence requirements, training standards, liability, GST fees, and termination.
Service Agreement (India)
A comprehensive service agreement under the Indian Contract Act 1872, GST Act 2017, and Arbitration & Conciliation Act 1996. Covers scope of services, GST-inclusive fees, SLA, confidentiality, IP ownership, liability cap, force majeure, and MSME-friendly payment terms.
Handyman Service Contract (India)
A handyman service contract for India covering general repair and maintenance works, hourly or fixed-price billing, materials, GST, workmanship warranty, and liability. Suitable for residential and commercial property maintenance. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Landscaping Service Contract (India)
A landscaping service contract for India covering design, supply of plants and materials, installation, maintenance schedule, pricing, GST, and warranty on plants and workmanship. Suitable for residential gardens, commercial premises, and ongoing maintenance. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Plumbing Service Contract (India)
A plumbing service contract for India covering scope of works, materials, pricing, payment schedule, warranty on workmanship, GST compliance, and safety. Suitable for new plumbing installations, repairs, and bathroom/kitchen fitouts. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Roofing Service Contract (India)
A roofing service contract for India covering scope of works, materials, pricing, payment schedule, warranty, workmanship guarantee, and safety compliance. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Suitable for new roof installation, roof repair, and waterproofing works.
Sports Coaching Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a sports coach or coaching academy and a student or parent for the provision of sports coaching services in India, covering coaching schedule, fees, liability waiver, and health and safety obligations under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Transport Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement between a transport service provider and a client for the transportation of goods or passengers by road in India, covering vehicle requirements, route, freight charges, liability, and compliance with the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and Indian Contract Act 1872.
Travel Agency Agreement (India)
A formal agreement between a travel agency and a client or corporate entity for the provision of travel-related services in India, including ticketing, hotel bookings, visa assistance, and tour packages under the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Tuition Agreement (India)
A private tuition services contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers subject scope, session schedule, tutor qualifications, fees and payment terms, cancellation policy, and confidentiality of student information for private tutoring in India.
Warehouse Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement between a warehouse operator and a depositor for the storage and handling of goods in India, covering storage charges, liability, insurance, and compliance with the Warehousing (Development and Regulation) Act 2007 and Indian Contract Act 1872.
Intellectual Property
Brand Licensing Agreement (India)
A comprehensive brand licensing agreement for India, governed by the Trade Marks Act 1999. Grants a licensee the right to use a brand name, logo, and associated marks across specified products or services, with quality control, royalties, and brand protection provisions.
Content Licence Agreement (India)
A legally binding content licence agreement for India, governed by the Copyright Act 1957. Grants a licensee the right to use, publish, or distribute written, visual, audio, or multimedia content, with moral rights protections, royalty terms, and platform-specific permissions.
Copyright Assignment (India)
A legally binding copyright assignment deed for India, governed by the Copyright Act 1957, Section 18. Transfers ownership of copyright in literary, artistic, musical, or dramatic works from the assignor to the assignee, with provisions for consideration, moral rights, and registration with the Copyright Office.
Copyright Licence Agreement (India)
A legally binding copyright licence agreement for India, governed by the Copyright Act 1957. Grants specified rights to use, reproduce, distribute, or adapt copyrighted works while the owner retains title. Covers royalty terms, permitted uses, territorial scope, and termination provisions.
Data Licensing Agreement (India)
A legally binding data licensing agreement for India, governed by the IT Act 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Grants a licensee the right to access, use, and process specified datasets, with data protection compliance, purpose restrictions, and security obligations.
Design Licence Agreement (India)
A legally binding design licence agreement for India, governed by the Designs Act 2000. Grants a licensee the right to apply a registered design to specified articles, with quality control, royalty terms, territorial scope, and provisions for maintaining registration.
Geographical Indication Licence (India)
A legally binding geographical indication licence for India, governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act 1999. Authorises a registered user to use a GI tag on specified goods from the designated region, with quality compliance and Registrar notification requirements.
Invention Assignment Agreement (India)
A legally binding invention assignment agreement for India, governed by the Patents Act 1970 and Indian Contract Act 1872. Requires employees, contractors, or collaborators to assign all inventions, patents, and IP created during their engagement to the company.
Intellectual Property Assignment (India)
A comprehensive agreement for the assignment of all types of intellectual property rights — including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and designs — from an assignor to an assignee in India, under the Patents Act 1970, Trade Marks Act 1999, and Copyright Act 1957.
Patent Assignment (India)
A legally binding patent assignment deed for India, governed by the Patents Act 1970 (Section 68). Permanently transfers all rights, title, and interest in a granted patent or pending application from the assignor to the assignee, requiring registration with the Indian Patent Office.
Patent Licence Agreement (India)
A legally binding patent licence agreement for India, governed by the Patents Act 1970. Authorises the licensee to work a patented invention within defined limits of exclusivity, territory, field of use, and royalty terms, while the patentee retains ownership.
Software Licence Agreement (India)
A comprehensive software licence agreement for India, governed by the Copyright Act 1957 and IT Act 2000. Covers source and object code licences, permitted use, user restrictions, support and maintenance, data protection under the DPDP Act 2023, and liability limitations.
Technology Transfer Agreement (India)
A comprehensive technology transfer agreement for India, governed by the Patents Act 1970 and FEMA 1999. Covers the transfer of technical know-how, patents, trade secrets, and related IP from a transferor to a transferee, with royalty terms, FEMA compliance, and commercialisation obligations.
Trade Secret Agreement (India)
A legally binding trade secret protection agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Protects proprietary formulas, processes, methods, and confidential business information from disclosure or misuse, with obligations, remedies, and return provisions.
Trademark Assignment (India)
A legally binding trademark assignment deed for India, governed by the Trade Marks Act 1999 (Section 37). Permanently transfers ownership of a registered or unregistered trademark from the assignor to the assignee, with or without the associated goodwill of the business.
Trademark Licence Agreement (India)
A trademark licence agreement for India compliant with the Trade Marks Act 1999. Covers exclusive or non-exclusive licence, permitted goods/services, quality control obligations, royalty, registered user provisions, and termination. Suitable for licensing Indian-registered trademarks.
Construction
Architect Consultant Agreement (India)
A professional services agreement for engaging a registered architect under the Architects Act 1972 for design, documentation, and site supervision services on Indian construction projects.
Building Plan Submission Form (India)
A building plan submission application form for seeking sanction of building plans from the local municipal corporation or planning authority under the National Building Code 2016 and applicable municipal bye-laws.
Civil Works Contract (India)
A comprehensive civil works construction contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and PWD principles for building, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects. Covers scope, lump sum or remeasured price, payments, variations, defects, and arbitration.
Completion Certificate Application (India)
An application for a building completion certificate from the local municipal corporation under applicable municipal laws and building bye-laws, certifying that construction has been completed as per the sanctioned plan.
Construction Contract (India)
A comprehensive construction contract for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and RERA 2016. Covers scope of work, payment milestones, material specifications, defect liability, delay penalties, insurance, and dispute resolution by arbitration for both residential and commercial projects.
Construction Safety Plan (India)
A site-specific construction safety plan under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act 1996 and the Factories Act 1948. Documents hazard identification, safety procedures, emergency response, and BOCW compliance for Indian construction sites.
Defects Liability Notice (India)
A formal notice under the Indian Contract Act 1872 from an employer or property owner to a contractor requiring rectification of construction defects within the defects liability period. Establishes a written record for legal purposes.
Design and Build Agreement (India)
A design and build contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872 combining design responsibility and construction execution in a single contractor. Covers employer requirements, design submission, construction, payment, and defects liability.
Occupancy Certificate Application (India)
An application for an occupancy certificate (OC) under RERA 2016 and local building rules, confirming that a building is fit for occupation. Required before handover of possession to allottees in real estate projects.
Quantity Surveyor Agreement (India)
A professional services agreement for engaging a quantity surveyor on Indian construction projects under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers cost estimation, bills of quantities, valuations, and final account services.
Renovation Agreement (India)
A renovation and refurbishment contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872 for residential and commercial property works. Covers scope, payment schedule, materials, timeline, and defects warranty.
Subcontractor Agreement (India)
A subcontractor agreement under the Indian Contract Act 1872 for engaging specialist subcontractors on construction and infrastructure projects. Covers scope of work, payment terms, safety obligations, and dispute resolution.
Subcontractor Agreement – Construction (India)
A legally binding construction subcontractor agreement for India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and the Building and Other Construction Workers Act 1996. Covers scope of work, payment schedule, labour law compliance, insurance, defects liability, and dispute resolution by arbitration.
Variation Order (India)
A construction variation order for India authorising changes to the scope of works under an existing contract. Records the nature of the variation, adjusted contract sum, revised programme, and agreement of both parties. Compliant with the Indian Contract Act 1872.
Policies & Compliance
Acceptable Use Policy (India)
An acceptable use policy for Indian websites, platforms, and enterprise IT systems under the IT Act 2000. Defines permitted and prohibited uses, enforcement, and remedies for misuse including cyber offences.
AI Acceptable Use Policy (India)
An AI Acceptable Use Policy for Indian businesses compliant with the IT Act 2000, Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, and MEITY AI governance guidelines. Governs employee use of generative AI tools, data handling obligations, IP considerations, and prohibited use cases.
Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy (India)
A comprehensive Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy compliant with the Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 (as amended 2018), Companies Act 2013, and FCPA/UK Bribery Act for Indian entities with international operations. Covers gifts, hospitality, facilitation payments, and whistleblowing.
Business Continuity Plan (India)
A comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery framework for Indian companies under the Companies Act 2013, RBI guidelines, and sector-specific regulations. Covers business impact analysis, recovery time objectives, crisis management team, and testing procedures.
BYOD Policy (India)
A Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy for Indian businesses compliant with the Information Technology Act 2000, Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, and IT (Amendment) Rules 2022. Governs personal device use for work, data protection, device management, and acceptable use requirements.
Code of Conduct (India)
A comprehensive Code of Conduct for Indian companies compliant with the Companies Act 2013 (Section 149, Schedule IV), SEBI LODR Regulations 2015, and National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct 2019. Covers director and employee obligations, conflicts of interest, and ethical business standards.
Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (India)
A Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy for Indian companies compliant with Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013 and the Companies (CSR Policy) Rules 2014 (as amended 2021). Covers mandatory spend calculation, eligible activities under Schedule VII, CSR Committee, impact assessment, and annual reporting.
Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan (India)
A comprehensive Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan compliant with the IT Act 2000, CERT-In Directions 2022, and Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Covers incident classification, response teams, notification timelines (6-hour CERT-In rule), containment, and post-incident review.
Data Protection Policy (India)
An internal data protection policy for Indian organisations under the DPDP Act 2023 and IT Act 2000, governing how employees handle personal data, implement security controls, respond to breaches, and fulfil Data Principal rights requests.
Do Not Call Compliance Policy (India)
A Do Not Call (DNC) Compliance Policy for Indian businesses under the TRAI Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations 2018 (TCCCPR 2018). Covers NDNC registry scrubbing, consent management, DLT registration, and penalties for unsolicited commercial communications.
E-Commerce Terms and Conditions (India)
Comprehensive E-Commerce Terms and Conditions compliant with the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules 2020, IT Act 2000, Consumer Protection Act 2019, and DPDP Act 2023. Covers product listings, cancellations, returns, grievance redressal, and seller obligations for Indian e-commerce platforms.
Environmental Compliance Policy (India)
A comprehensive Environmental Compliance Policy for Indian businesses under the Environment Protection Act 1986, Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act 1974, Air Act 1981, and NGT Act 2010. Covers regulatory compliance, waste management, energy efficiency, and ESG reporting obligations.
Food Safety Compliance Declaration (FSSAI)
A Food Safety Compliance Declaration for India, issued under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 (FSSA) and FSSAI Regulations. Used by food business operators (FBOs) to declare compliance with FSSAI licensing conditions, hygiene standards, labelling requirements, and food safety management systems. Suitable for food manufacturers, processors, distributors, cold storage operators, caterers, and food importers for submission to FSSAI, institutional buyers, auditors, and supply chain partners.
POSH Policy — Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace (India)
A comprehensive POSH Policy compliant with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 and Rules 2013. Covers Internal Complaints Committee constitution, complaint procedure, enquiry process, penalties, and mandatory annual reporting obligations.
Privacy Policy (India)
A comprehensive privacy policy for Indian businesses under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP Act) and the Information Technology Act 2000. Covers data collection, processing purposes, user rights, data transfers, and grievance redressal.
Related Party Transaction Policy (India)
A Related Party Transaction (RPT) Policy for Indian companies compliant with Section 188 of the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI LODR Regulations 2015 (as amended 2022). Covers definition of related parties, material RPT thresholds, approval procedures, arm's-length standards, and disclosure obligations.
Social Media Policy (India)
A comprehensive Social Media Policy for Indian businesses compliant with the Information Technology Act 2000, IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, and Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Governs employee personal and professional social media use.
Terms of Service (India)
Comprehensive terms of service for Indian websites and apps under the IT Act 2000 and Consumer Protection Act 2019. Covers user obligations, intellectual property, liability limitations, dispute resolution, and governing law.
Whistleblowing Policy (India)
A robust Whistleblowing (Vigil Mechanism) Policy compliant with the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2014, Companies Act 2013 (Section 177), and SEBI LODR Regulations 2015. Establishes a confidential reporting channel, investigation procedure, and protections against retaliation for employees in India.
Business Bills of Sale
Bulk Sale Agreement (India)
A commercial agreement for the sale of a large quantity of goods in a single transaction under the Sale of Goods Act 1930. Used by manufacturers, importers, distributors, and wholesalers for bulk commodity, raw material, or product transfers with detailed specifications, delivery schedules, and GST compliance.
Business Sale Agreement (India)
A comprehensive agreement for the sale and purchase of an entire business as a going concern in India, covering assets, liabilities, employees, contracts, and goodwill under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Companies Act 2013. Suitable for sole proprietorships, partnerships, private limited companies, and LLPs.
Equipment Bill of Sale (India)
An Equipment Bill of Sale for Indian businesses under the Sale of Goods Act 1930, Indian Contract Act 1872, and GST Act 2017. Documents the sale of machinery, vehicles, tools, or other equipment between parties, confirming transfer of title, payment, and GST-compliant invoicing.
Goodwill Sale Agreement (India)
A legal agreement for the transfer of business goodwill — the reputation, customer relationships, brand value, and trade name of an existing business — under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Commonly used when selling a business brand or practice without transferring all physical assets.
Inventory Bill of Sale (India)
A legally binding document for the bulk transfer of inventory or stock-in-trade from a seller to a buyer under the Sale of Goods Act 1930. Suitable for retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and manufacturers transferring goods in bulk, including stock, raw materials, and finished goods.
Business Letters
Business Authorization Letter (India)
A formal letter authorising a named individual or entity to act on behalf of a business under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Used for authorising employees, agents, or representatives to sign documents, collect goods, operate bank accounts, appear before authorities, or conduct specified business activities.
Business Proposal Letter (India)
A formal written proposal offering goods, services, or a business arrangement to a prospective client or partner under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Used to initiate commercial relationships, respond to tenders, or propose joint ventures, partnerships, or supply agreements.
Cease and Desist Letter (India)
A formal written demand requiring a party to immediately stop an infringing, harmful, or unlawful activity under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Specific Relief Act 1963. Commonly used for intellectual property infringement, breach of confidentiality, defamation, unauthorised use of trade marks, and tortious conduct.
Business Complaint Letter (India)
A formal business complaint letter asserting rights under the Consumer Protection Act 2019 or general contract law for defective goods, deficient services, unfair trade practices, or breach of commercial agreements. The first step before escalating to Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions or civil courts.
Demand Letter (India)
A formal written demand for payment or performance under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Used to put a debtor, defaulting party, or wrongdoer on notice before initiating legal proceedings. Admissible as evidence and often required as a prerequisite before filing suit.
Experience Certificate (India)
An official certificate issued by an employer confirming an employee's period of service, designation, and performance. Required for job applications, higher education admissions, visa applications, and professional certifications in India. Issued alongside or separately from a Relieving Letter.
Legal Notice (India)
A formal legal notice issued under the Code of Civil Procedure 1908 (Section 80) or general civil law, typically drafted by an advocate before initiating legal proceedings. Mandatory before suing the Government of India or public officers, and widely used in commercial disputes, property matters, and consumer complaints.
Letter of Credit (India)
A formal financial instrument issued by a bank or financial institution guaranteeing payment to a seller upon presentation of specified documents under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and RBI guidelines. Used in domestic and international trade transactions to mitigate payment risk and facilitate commerce.
MSME Delayed Payment Notice (India)
An MSME Delayed Payment Notice for India, issued under Section 16 of the MSME Development Act 2006. Used by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to formally demand overdue payments with compound interest at three times the bank rate (currently 18.75% per annum), referencing the 45-day payment obligation under Section 15 of the MSME Act. Prerequisites for filing a reference before the MSME Facilitation Council under Section 18. Suitable for all MSME suppliers dealing with buyers who have exceeded the statutory payment period.
No Objection Certificate for Business (India)
A formal No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by a business, employer, landlord, or authority confirming that the issuing party has no objection to a specified activity, transaction, or application. Widely required across Indian regulatory, banking, employment, and property contexts.
Notice of Contract Termination (India)
A formal notice terminating a contract under the Indian Contract Act 1872. Used to exercise a contractual termination right, rescind a contract for breach, or give notice of end of term. Protects the terminating party's legal position and documents the effective date of termination.
Relieving Letter (India)
An official letter issued by an employer formally relieving an employee from their duties and confirming their last working day. Required by all prospective employers in India as proof that the employee has been duly separated from their previous organisation without any pending obligations.
Vendor Empanelment Letter (India)
A formal letter approving and registering a vendor or supplier on an organisation's approved panel. Confirms the empanelment, sets out performance expectations, and states the terms under which purchase orders will be issued under Indian Contract Act 1872.
Partnerships
Clinic Partnership Agreement (India)
A partnership deed for medical practitioners running a clinic jointly under the Indian Partnership Act 1932 and Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act 2010. Covers professional qualifications, registration compliance, patient records, and profit sharing.
Co-Founder Agreement (Indian Startup)
A Co-Founder Agreement for Indian startups, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872 and the Companies Act 2013. Covers roles and responsibilities, equity split, founder vesting schedule, IP assignment to the company, non-compete and non-solicitation during tenure, decision-making and deadlock mechanisms, compensation, founder exit procedures, and dispute resolution by arbitration. Essential for early-stage Indian startups before incorporation or shortly after, before investor term sheets are received.
Joint Venture Agreement (India)
A Joint Venture Agreement between two or more parties to collaborate on a specific project or business activity in India. Governs contributions, profit/loss sharing, management, IP ownership, and exit under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Companies Act 2013.
Partner Admission Deed (India)
A deed admitting a new partner into an existing partnership firm under the Indian Partnership Act 1932. Records the new partner's capital contribution, profit/loss share, and confirms notification to the Registrar of Firms and the Income Tax Department.
Partner Retirement Deed (India)
A deed recording the voluntary retirement of a partner from a partnership firm under Section 32 of the Indian Partnership Act 1932. Settles the retiring partner's capital account, goodwill, and profit share, and discharges them from future liability upon public notice.
Partnership Agreement (India)
A partnership deed under the Indian Partnership Act 1932, covering capital contributions, profit/loss sharing, management duties, banking, admission and retirement of partners, dissolution, and arbitration. Addresses Section 69 registration requirement and Income Tax Act Section 184 recognition.
Partnership Amendment Deed (India)
A supplementary deed amending one or more terms of an existing Partnership Deed under the Indian Partnership Act 1932. Used to change profit-sharing ratios, capital contributions, business nature, firm name, or any other terms without dissolving and reconstituting the firm.
Partnership Deed (India)
A comprehensive registered Partnership Deed under the Indian Partnership Act 1932 and Registration Act 1908. Covers firm name, capital contributions, profit/loss ratios, partner remuneration, banking, admission and retirement of partners, dissolution, and arbitration clause compliant with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996.
Partnership Dissolution Deed (India)
A deed dissolving a partnership firm under Section 40 of the Indian Partnership Act 1932. Settles outstanding accounts, distributes assets, discharges liabilities, allocates goodwill, and closes the firm's PAN, GSTIN, and bank account.
Restaurant Partnership Agreement (India)
A partnership deed for co-owners of a restaurant or food service business in India under the Indian Partnership Act 1932 and FSSAI Act 2006. Covers FSSAI licensing, GST, liquor licence compliance, operational responsibilities, profit sharing, and brand ownership.
Silent Partnership Agreement (India)
An agreement admitting a sleeping (silent) partner who contributes capital to a partnership firm but takes no part in management, under the Indian Partnership Act 1932. Defines the silent partner's return on investment, limited involvement, and confidentiality obligations.
Strategic Alliance Agreement (India)
A strategic alliance agreement for India covering joint market development, resource sharing, revenue allocation, exclusivity, IP ownership, and exit provisions. Governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Suitable for business collaborations that fall short of a formal joint venture.
Shipping & Logistics
Bill of Lading (India)
A standard Bill of Lading for shipment of goods from an Indian port under the Indian Bills of Lading Act 1856 and Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1925. Serves as receipt of goods, contract of carriage, and document of title for international trade.
Bonded Warehouse Agreement (India)
A formal agreement for the storage of dutiable imported goods in a Customs-bonded warehouse under Sections 57–73 of the Customs Act 1962. Governs the terms of warehousing, duty deferment, storage charges, and removal of goods for home consumption or re-export.
Cargo Insurance Declaration (India)
A declaration of shipment made under an open cargo insurance policy under the Marine Insurance Act 1963. Used by exporters and importers to notify their insurer of each consignment's details, insured value, and voyage route for coverage under the marine cargo policy.
Charter Party Agreement (India)
A charter party contract for the hire of a vessel between shipowner and charterer under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Merchant Shipping Act 1958. Covers voyage or time charter terms, hire rate, laytime, demurrage, deviation, and Indian maritime law compliance.
Customs Broker Agreement (India)
A formal agreement appointing a licensed customs broker (Custom House Agent) under the Customs Brokers Licensing Regulations 2018 and Customs Act 1962. Governs the scope of services, fees, documentation obligations, and liability between an importer/exporter and their customs broker in India.
Freight Forwarding Agreement (India)
An agreement appointing a freight forwarder to arrange shipment of goods on behalf of an exporter or importer in India under the Indian Contract Act 1872 and Multimodal Transportation of Goods Act 1993. Defines scope, freight charges, liability, customs agency scope, and indemnity.
Import Export Agreement (India)
A comprehensive trade agreement for cross-border transactions under India's Foreign Trade Policy, Customs Act 1962, and FEMA 1999. Governs the terms of sale, delivery (Incoterms), payment methods, documentation, customs duties, and dispute resolution for Indian importers and exporters.
Shipping Agency Agreement (India)
An agreement appointing a shipping agent to represent a vessel owner or shipping line at Indian ports under the Merchant Shipping Act 1958. Covers port agency services, authority to act, disbursements, commission, and liability for port operations.
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