Partner, eLagaan · Founder, SetMyCompany
I Build Companies That Make
India Entry Effortless
From powering accounting for India's top startups to helping global companies set up operations here — I've spent a decade helping build the infrastructure that makes India work for ambitious companies.
10+
Years Building
100+
Startups Served
2
Companies Built
3
Countries Served
Ventures
My Ventures
Two companies, one mission: make doing business in India simple, compliant, and scalable.
eLagaan
Accounting & compliance for India's top startups
The accounting and compliance backbone for 100+ startups. Trusted by founders of Udaan, MoEngage, Nymble, Exotel, and more. From day-one bookkeeping to complex cross-border structuring.
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India entry made effortless for global companies
A full-service India entry platform — subsidiary incorporation, EOR services, payroll, tax compliance, and ongoing operations support. Everything an international company needs to set up and run in India.
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From Startup Accountant to Building Two Companies
I'm Jai Kumar Shah — Partner at eLagaan, one of India's most trusted startup compliance firms, and Founder of SetMyCompany. Over the past decade, I've helped 100+ startups set up and scale in India — including working with the founders of Udaan, MoEngage, Nymble, and Exotel.
Seeing how many global companies struggled to enter India, I founded SetMyCompany — a full-service platform for subsidiary setup, EOR, payroll, and compliance. Today, I run both companies from Bangalore, serving founders and companies across India, the US, and Singapore.
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How I Help
Whether you're hiring your first employee in India or setting up a full-scale operation, I've got you covered.
Employer of Record
Hire employees in India without setting up an entity. Fast, compliant, hassle-free.
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End-to-end incorporation of your Indian subsidiary with full regulatory compliance.
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Ongoing accounting, GST, income tax, and regulatory filings handled for you.
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Accurate, compliant payroll for your India team — salaries, taxes, and benefits.
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What Founders Say
"If you're looking for a turnkey accounting, incorporation and payroll services company to support your team in India, I highly recommend Jai. I've been working with him across multiple companies and the experience has been great each time."
"Their expertise, and most importantly support has been instrumental in where we are today. Midnight calls were never frowned upon."
"A great partner in our journey. A team of knowledgeable experts — we feel very comfortable banking on them for sound advice. The transparency and attention to detail they bring to their work stands out."
Process
How It Works
A clear, structured approach to getting your India operations up and running.
Discovery Call
We discuss your goals, timeline, and India entry requirements.
Strategy & Planning
I recommend the right structure and create a clear roadmap.
Setup & Execution
Hands-on implementation — entity setup, hiring, compliance.
Ongoing Support
Continuous compliance, payroll, and advisory as you scale.
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Ready to Enter India?
Let's discuss your goals and find the right India entry strategy for your company. The first conversation is always free.