The conversion of a Sole Proprietorship to a Private Limited Company involves the transfer of ownership from a single individual to a company owned by shareholders.

Here are the steps involved in the process:

1. Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN): The first step is to obtain a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for the owner and the proposed directors of the new Private Limited Company. The next step is to obtain a Director Identification Number (DIN) for the proposed directors of the new company.
2. Apply for Name Reservation: Once the DSC and DIN are obtained, the next step is to apply for the reservation of a name for the new Private Limited Company through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal.
3. Draft and File the Incorporation Documents: After the name is approved, the next step is to prepare the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) for the new Private Limited Company. These documents need to be filed with the MCA along with the required forms and fees.
4. Obtain Certificate of Incorporation: After the documents are filed, the Registrar of Companies (ROC) will verify the same and if everything is in order, will issue the Certificate of Incorporation for the new Private Limited Company.
5. Obtain PAN and TAN: After the Certificate of Incorporation is issued, the new Private Limited Company can apply for a Permanent Account Number (PAN) and Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN).
6. Transfer Business Ownership: Once the new Private Limited Company is incorporated, the ownership of the business needs to be transferred to the company. This involves transferring all the assets and liabilities of the Sole Proprietorship to the new Private Limited Company.
7. Open Bank Account: After the ownership transfer is complete, the new Private Limited Company can open a bank account in its name.
8. Close the Sole Proprietorship: Once the new Private Limited Company is operational, the Sole Proprietorship can be closed.