US-India Cross-Border Advisory Desk
Simplifying India market entry, corporate structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance for US-based multinational firms.
Contact Desk HeadBridging American Innovation with Indian Scale
PUMEC serves as a trusted local advisor to US tech giants, SaaS startups, and manufacturing brands. Our specialized USA Desk matches US-based financial reporting requirements (US GAAP, SOX compliance guidelines) with Indian corporate laws (MCA, FEMA, Income Tax Act).
Whether you are setting up your first offshore development center (ODC) in Bangalore or managing a complex transfer pricing structure, we offer premium partner-led attention to secure your operations.
US-India Strategic Business Corridor
Fostering technological collaboration and captive engineering centers across major Indian hubs.
Corridor Metrics
Key Bilateral Focus
Captive Engineering Centers
End-to-end setup and compliance management for American SaaS, technology, and analytics centers.
US GAAP & SOX Alignment
Aligning Indian statutory reporting and audits with parent-level US GAAP reconciliation.
Transfer Pricing Compliance
Developing Arm's Length documentation, intercompany pricing structures, and defending TP filings.
US Company Setup in India Roadmap
Our streamlined step-by-step roadmap to establish your development or service center in India.
Corporate Structuring & Tax Plan
Defining transfer pricing model (e.g. cost-plus), capital structure, and parent control agreements.
SPICe+ Incorporation
Securing name reservation, digital signatures, filing incorporation papers, and receiving PAN/TAN.
RBI FDI Filings
Establishing the bank account, receiving USD funds, and submitting the Single Master Form (SMF) via RBI portal.
Local Licenses & Registrations
Filing for GST registration, Shop & Establishment license, and SEZ/STPI registrations if applicable.
Talent Onboarding Setup
Setting up payroll accounts, PF/ESI portals, and drafting employee handbooks conforming to local labor laws.
Ongoing Operations & TP Audits
Managing monthly accounting, secretarial filings, and annual Form 3CEB Transfer Pricing filings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the corporate tax rate for foreign subsidiary companies in India?
New manufacturing companies can opt for a base tax rate of 15% (plus surcharge and cess). For service and general corporate entities, the base rate ranges between 22% and 25%, depending on the regime chosen.
How does PUMEC handle Transfer Pricing compliance?
We perform comprehensive benchmarking studies using licensed databases, draft intercompany agreements, and file Form 3CEB annually to ensure absolute arm's length conformity.