> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://razorpay-60c89f9a-mintlify-audit-missing-sections-1778528421.mintlify.site/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # KYC Verification > After you sign up with [Payroll](https://payroll.razorpay.com/dashboard), start the KYC verification process to use all the Payroll [features](/payroll). ## How it Works There are two steps to verify KYC: 1. Verify bank account details. 2. Upload documents of: 1. [Authorised signatory](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who). 2. Company's details using [applicable documents](#kyc-documents). ## Best Practices * You can complete your account activation process in any preferred order. We auto-save your application. * Ensure all document copies uploaded are: * Less than 5 MB in size. * Not password protected. * Not blurry and unclear. * In `pdf`, `jpg`, `png` formats. * Proof of identity (PAN) and [authorised signatory's](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who) address proof (Aadhar Card and Passport) should belong to the same person. * Do not close the window when verification is in progress. * When providing company details: * If you are an existing [Razorpay PG](/payments) merchant, the KYC fields are auto-filled and verified. * If you are an existing [RazorpayX](/x) user or you are using Razorpay products for the first time, follow the [below steps](#get-started) to verify your KYC. ## Verify KYC To initiate KYC and activate your Payroll account: 1. Log in to the [Payroll Dashboard](https://payroll.razorpay.com/dashboard). 2. Click **Start** in the Organisation Setup widget on the Home Page. 3. Upload your bank details like account number and IFSC. You can wait for the details to be automatically verified by the system or complete the KYC verification process manually. 4. Click **Verify**. You can proceed to provide KYC documents for company details. 5. Provide the following details: 1. **Address Proof**: Upload your business address proof. 1. Select an address proof document from the drop-down list. 2. Upload your address proof document's front and back sides as applicable. 2. **Identity Proof**: Upload your PAN card copy for identity proof verification. The authorised signatory's address proof and the personal PAN card must match. 3. **Business Documents**: Upload the relevant [business documents](#kyc-documents) based on your business type. 6. Click **Verify** after uploading all the documents. The KYC verification process takes 1-2 working days. ## KYC Documents Refer to the documents required for KYC verification per your business type. **Watch Out!** The PAN card and [authorised signatory's](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who) address proof (Aadhar Card and Passport) should belong to the same person. ### LLP/Private Limited/Public Limited Companies Following documents are required for KYC verification for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)/Private Limited/Public Limited Companies. ## Proof Required | Supporting Documents ## Proof of Business Identity | Certificate of Incorporation ## Proof of Business Existence | Income Tax Registration (Company PAN Card) Proof of Identity of Business Owners and Authorised Signatory | - Government-approved [authorised signatory](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who) identity proof (like Aadhar Card/Voter Card/DL/Passport and so on.) * Authorised signatory PAN Card details. ### Partnership Following documents are required for KYC verification for Partnerships. ## Proof Required | Supporting Documents Proof of Business Identity | - Registered Partnership Deed * Any one of Sales Tax Registration **Or** VAT /TIN Registration **Or** Shops and Establishments Certificate **Or** Trade License *** ## Proof of Business Existence | Income Tax Registration (Company PAN Card) Proof of Identity of Business Owners and Authorised Signatory | - Government-approved [authorised signatory](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who) identity proof (like Aadhar Card/Voter Card/DL/Passport and so on.) * Authorised signatory PAN Card details. ### NGO/Trust Following documents are required for KYC verification for Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and Trusts. ## Proof Required | Supporting Documents Proof of Business Identity and Existence | - Registered Trust Deed * Any one of Sales Tax Registration **Or** VAT /TIN Registration, Trade License and so on. *** ## Proof of Business Existence | Income Tax Registration (Company PAN Card) Proof of Identity of Business Owners and Authorised Signatory | - Government-approved [authorised signatory](https://razorpay.com/docs/payments/glossary/#:~:text=days%20of%20creation.-,Authorised%20Signatory,-A%20person%20who) identity proof (like Aadhar Card/Voter Card/DL/Passport and so on.) * Authorised signatory PAN Card details. ### Sole Proprietorship Following documents are required for KYC verification for Sole Proprietorship. ## Proof Required | Supporting Documents ## Proof of Business Identity and Existence | VAT Registration **Or** Shops and Establishments Certificate **Or** Trade License, TIN **Or** Sales Tax Registration **Or** GST Certificate. Proof of Business Working | - Current Account company bank statement (past three months) **Or** * Cancelled cheque **Or** first page of settlement account *** ## Proof of Identity of Business Owners | Income Tax Registration (PAN Card) Proof of address of Business Owners | Government-approved identity and address proof of Proprietor (like Aadhar Card/Voter Card/DL/Passport.) ### Related Information * [Account Setup](/payroll/quickstart) * [KYC Glossary](/payments/account-activation-support)