Yes. Certificates of formation can be filed online through SOSDirect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The name must contain the word "corporation," "company," "incorporated," "limited" or an abbreviation of one of these terms.The document filed is the Certificate of Formation. To form a Texas corporation, you must file a certificate of formation with the Secretary of State and pay a filing fee. The Texas Certificate of Formation is divided into different sections. The first section is made up of various Articles. Incorporating means starting a corporation. To start a corporation in Texas, you'll need to do three things: appoint a registered agent, choose a name for your business, and file Certificate of Formation. Once those steps are complete, you must appoint the first directors and hold a meeting. Filing incorporation documents with the Texas Secretary of State is required to establish a business in Texas.