---
title: "Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) API and pricing"
url: https://jurisgrid.com/providers/thirdwatch-mca-india-scraper/
reviewed: 2026-11-13
type: provider
sector: company-data
---
# Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor): company and GST data provider with a public API and MCP server

Reviewed: 13 Nov 2026 · JurisGrid score: 48 of 100 · Website: https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper

## Key facts

- **What it is:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) is a company and GST data provider with a public API and MCP server. Community-built Apify actor that returns Indian company master data, directors with DIN, capital and charges by CIN or name, priced per result.
- **Data covered:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) lists Indian companies registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs by CIN or name; company master, directors with DIN, address, capital, RoC and status; LLPs not yet supported, as of Nov 2026.
- **API:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor): Public REST API.
- **MCP:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor): Public MCP server.
- **Pricing:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) pricing: Pay per call, with public prices, as of Nov 2026.
- **Sign-up:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) sign-up: Not published.
- **Best for:** Developers who already use Apify and want MCA lookups priced per 1,000 results.
- **Score:** Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) has a JurisGrid score of 48 out of 100, reviewed Nov 2026.

## What does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) do?

Community-built Apify actor that returns Indian company master data, directors with DIN, capital and charges by CIN or name, priced per result. It is pay-per-event from USD 3.50 per 1,000 results and is reachable through the Apify API, CLI, an OpenAPI specification and an MCP server configuration. The author notes name lookups are best-effort, directors are current only and LLPs are not yet supported.

## What data does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) cover?

| Coverage | Value | As of | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | Indian companies registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs by CIN or name; company master, directors with DIN, address, capital, RoC and status; LLPs not yet supported | Nov 2026 | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper |

## Does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) have an API or an MCP server?

| Access | Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) |
|---|---|
| REST API | Public REST API |
| MCP server | Public MCP server |
| Authentication | Not published |
| Docs | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper |
| Sign-up | Not published |
| Free tier | Not published |
| Rate limits | Not published |

## How much does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) cost?

| Pricing | Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) |
|---|---|
| Pricing model | Pay per call |
| Public price | From USD 3.50 per 1,000 results, pay per event. |
| Free tier | Not published |
| Minimum commitment | Not published |
| Source | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper |

## How does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) score?

| Criterion | Weight | Level | Evidence | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data coverage and depth | 20 | 2 of 4 | Company master and current directors by CIN; LLPs not yet supported and name lookups are best-effort. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Freshness and update cadence | 12 | 0 of 4 | No update cadence is published on the pages reviewed, so this scores low by design. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| API availability | 15 | 3 of 4 | Apify API clients, an OpenAPI specification and a CLI are documented; account terms were not confirmed. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| MCP and agent readiness | 13 | 3 of 4 | An MCP server configuration with OAuth or Bearer token is documented on the actor page. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Pricing transparency | 12 | 3 of 4 | Prices are public: from USD 3.50 per 1,000 results. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Self-serve sign-up and free trial | 10 | 1 of 4 | Access runs through an Apify account; whether a free plan applies was not stated on the page. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Documentation and developer experience | 8 | 2 of 4 | The actor page documents API clients and limitations; no sandbox or changelog was confirmed. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Track record and trust | 5 | 0 of 4 | A community author with a link to thirdwatch.dev; no company or security detail was found. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |
| Product depth beyond data | 5 | 1 of 4 | A basic lookup actor is described. | https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper | 2026-11-13 |

Total: 48 of 100.

## Who is Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) best for?

- Developers who already use Apify and want MCA lookups priced per 1,000 results

**Not ideal for:**

- Buyers who need LLP data or a stated update cadence
- Buyers who need pricing in INR

> Editor's pick: Need company or GST records by API? IndiaCos has a REST API and an MCP server for companies, LLPs, GST registrations, directors, court cases, trademarks and defaulter lists. INR 0.40 per successful call, INR 50 free credit, no subscription. [See the API](https://indiacos.com/api?ref=jurisgrid)

## What are the alternatives to Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor)?

- [IndiaCos](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/indiacos/index.md): Company, LLP, GST, director, court case, trademark and defaulter records joined in one API and MCP server at INR 0.40 per call. (score: 85 of 100)
- [Sandbox](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/sandbox-co-in/index.md): API platform with 200+ KYC, GST, TDS and income tax APIs, public developer docs, Postman collections and a free trial. (score: 54 of 100)
- [InstaFinancials](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/instafinancials/index.md): Indian corporate intelligence platform with InstaAPIs for company, LLP, director and legal case data; vendor claims 25+ crore cases from 630+ courts. (score: 49 of 100)
- [GSTIN API](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/gstinapi-in/index.md): GSTIN lookup and PAN to GSTIN API sourced live from the GSP network, with 75 free lookups per account. (score: 49 of 100)
- [NexGenData OGD India Companies](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/nexgendata-ogd-india-companies/index.md): Pay-per-use Apify actor that looks up MCA master data from India's Open Government Data platform by CIN, name, state or ROC. (score: 47 of 100)
- [Infyner](https://jurisgrid.com/providers/infyner/index.md): Indian data API provider offering Company Directors, Director Lookup and Company Search APIs that draw on MCA records. (score: 43 of 100)



## Frequently asked questions

### Does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) have an API?

Yes. Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) offers a public REST API with documentation at https://apify.com/thirdwatch/mca-india-scraper. Sign-up is not published. Check the provider's docs for current endpoints and limits.

### Does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) have an MCP server?

Yes. Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) runs a public MCP server, so AI agents can call its data as tools instead of scraping web pages.

### How much does Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) cost?

Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) publishes its prices. From USD 3.50 per 1,000 results, pay per event. Prices change, so check the provider's pricing page before you commit.

### What is Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor)'s JurisGrid score?

Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) scores 48 out of 100 on JurisGrid's nine criterion rubric, reviewed Nov 2026. Its strongest weighted criterion is api availability at level 3 of 4. Each level is backed by a public source shown on this page.

### What are the alternatives to Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor)?

Alternatives to Thirdwatch MCA India (Apify actor) in company and gst data include IndiaCos, Sandbox and InstaFinancials. Compare their coverage, API and MCP access and pricing on their JurisGrid profiles before you choose.

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- [Company and GST Data](https://jurisgrid.com/sectors/company-data/index.md)
- [Methodology](https://jurisgrid.com/methodology/index.md)
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