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Board Approval
Convene a Board Meeting in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, and applicable rules. The Board considers the proposed name and authorises the necessary application and subsequent actions.
COMPANY & LLP COMPLIANCE
Change in Name of Company / LLP
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UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS
What Does a Change of Business Name Mean?
A registered company or LLP can change its name by following the applicable legal procedure. The change does not, by itself, create a new legal entity or dissolve the existing business.
Company Name Change
A company changes its registered name under the Companies Act, 2013, subject to the required approvals, name availability and Registrar of Companies (ROC) filings.
View Company ProcessLLP Name Change
A Limited Liability Partnership changes its registered name under the LLP Act, 2008, following its LLP Agreement and the applicable MCA filing procedure.
View LLP ProcessImportant: A name change generally does not affect the entity's existing rights, liabilities, obligations or legal proceedings. Existing registrations and business records may need corresponding updates.
PART A · COMPANIES ACT, 2013
Change of Name of a Company
Follow the applicable approval and filing requirements to register your company's proposed new name.
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Name Reservation and Approval
Apply for reservation of the proposed name through the applicable MCA process, commonly using the RUN service or the relevant integrated filing route. The name must comply with prescribed naming rules and restrictions.
03
Members' Approval
Obtain members' approval by passing a special resolution where required. The resolution also covers consequential alterations to the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA), as applicable.
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File the Required ROC Forms
File Form MGT-14 for the special resolution where applicable, generally within 30 days of passing the resolution. Submit Form INC-24 for approval of the company name change, along with the prescribed attachments and fees.
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Receive the Fresh Certificate
Following approval, the ROC issues a fresh Certificate of Incorporation reflecting the new name. The change takes effect from the date stated in the certificate.
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Update Business Records
Update applicable statutory records, registrations, banking details, contracts, invoices, letterheads, website and other official business communications. Comply with applicable former-name display requirements.
PART B · LLP ACT, 2008
Change of Name of an LLP
The LLP must follow its LLP Agreement and the applicable statutory procedure to register a new name.
LLP COMPLIANCE
Keep Your LLP's Legal Records Consistent
A change in the registered name does not create a new LLP. The existing LLP continues with its rights, liabilities, obligations and legal proceedings.
- Review the LLP Agreement
- Obtain required partner consent
- Reserve the proposed name
- Complete MCA filings
- Update agreements and records
Partner Approval
Follow the LLP Agreement's procedure for changing the name. Where no procedure is prescribed, obtain the required consent in accordance with applicable LLP rules.
Reserve the Proposed Name
Apply through the applicable MCA name-reservation service, commonly RUN-LLP. The proposed name must comply with naming requirements and restrictions.
File Form 5
Submit LLP Form 5 for the change of name with the prescribed information, supporting documents and applicable fee, following current MCA instructions.
Receive the Fresh Certificate
Once the ROC approves the application, a fresh Certificate of Incorporation reflects the LLP's new registered name.
Amend the LLP Agreement
Amend the LLP Agreement as required and file Form 3 to notify the ROC of the agreement amendment, following the applicable filing requirements.
Update Records and Registrations
Update applicable tax registrations, bank records, contracts, invoices, licences, stationery, website and official communications.
KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
Company vs LLP Name Change
The main steps are similar, but the governing legislation, approvals and filing forms differ.
| Particulars | Company | LLP |
|---|---|---|
| Governing legislation | Companies Act, 2013 | Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 |
| Principal provision | Section 13, subject to applicable provisions | Section 19 and applicable LLP Rules |
| Name reservation | Applicable MCA name-reservation service | RUN-LLP or applicable MCA route |
| Owner approval | Special resolution, where required | Procedure under the LLP Agreement or applicable rules |
| Principal name-change form | Form INC-24 | LLP Form 5 |
| Resolution filing | Form MGT-14, where applicable | No equivalent MGT-14 requirement for the LLP name change |
| Agreement/document update | MOA and AOA, as applicable | LLP Agreement, as applicable |
| Agreement amendment filing | Not applicable as LLP Form 3 | LLP Form 3, where required |
| Effective date | Date of issue of the fresh Certificate of Incorporation | Date of issue of the fresh Certificate of Incorporation |
The applicable forms, attachments and filing requirements depend on the entity's circumstances and current MCA instructions.
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Documents & Information Required
The final checklist depends on the entity type and the circumstances of the proposed name change.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Name Change Checklist
6 items
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Entity Documents
Existing Certificate of Incorporation and relevant entity records.
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Proposed New Name
Preferred names and relevant business activity details.
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Approval Records
Board minutes, resolution and member or partner approvals, as applicable.
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Constitutional Documents
MOA and AOA for companies, or the LLP Agreement for an LLP.
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Authorised Signatory Details
Applicable director, designated partner and digital-signature details.
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Supporting Attachments
Additional declarations, approvals or documents required for the application.
AFTER APPROVAL
What Should You Update After a Name Change?
After receiving the fresh Certificate of Incorporation, review your business records and update the registered name wherever required.
PAN and applicable tax records
GST registration, where applicable
Bank accounts and payment records
Licences and registrations
Contracts, invoices and letterheads
Website, email signatures and stationery
Statutory registers and internal records
Remember: For a company, Section 12(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013 requires the former name to be displayed alongside the new name on specified business documents for two years from the date of the name change. Check the exact statutory scope before updating your materials.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about changing a company or LLP name.
Does changing the name create a new legal entity?
Generally, no. The existing company or LLP continues as the same legal entity. The name change does not, by itself, extinguish existing rights, liabilities or obligations.
Which form is used for a company name change?
Form INC-24 is used for approval of a company name change. Form MGT-14 may also be required for the special resolution, depending on the applicable provisions.
Which forms are used for an LLP name change?
LLP Form 5 is used for the name-change filing. LLP Form 3 may be required to notify the ROC of the corresponding LLP Agreement amendment.
Can my proposed name be rejected?
Yes. A proposed name may be rejected if it conflicts with applicable naming rules, is identical or too similar to a restricted or existing name, or otherwise fails the relevant requirements. Approval is not guaranteed.
How long does the name-change process take?
The timeline depends on name availability, approval requirements, document readiness, ROC processing and whether resubmission is required. A fixed timeline cannot be guaranteed for every application.
Will my existing GST and bank details change automatically?
No. After the name change becomes effective, you should check and update applicable registrations, banking records, contracts and other business information through the relevant authorities or service providers.
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