A joint stock company is formed through a process that involves promotion, registration, and capital subscription. Promoters collect information needed for formation and prepare documents like the Memorandum of Association, which outlines the company's objectives and share types, and the Articles of Association, which contains rules for administration. For registration, promoters submit these documents along with registration fees to the registrar. Once incorporated, directors issue a prospectus to publicly raise capital. After sufficient funds are collected, the company receives a certificate to commence business operations. Joint stock companies allow for large capital through many shareholders and provide features like legal status, transferable shares, and limited liability.