Changing your company’s name is not just about rebranding—it involves legal compliance with the MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs). Whether it’s due to a merger, restructuring, or market repositioning, follow the correct procedure to avoid penalties and rejection.
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🧾 1. Introduction
Changing your company’s name in India under the Companies Act, 2013 involves approvals from shareholders, the Registrar of Companies (ROC), and the Central Registration Centre (CRC). It requires a step-by-step legal procedure to update your Memorandum (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) accordingly.
🗂️ 2. Types of Name Changes (Licenses Impacted)
Though “license” isn’t directly needed for a name change, the change affects:
- ✅ Company Incorporation Certificate (CIN)
- ✅ PAN & TAN
- ✅ GST Registration
- ✅ Import Export Code (IEC)
- ✅ Bank Accounts & Udyam/MSME
- ✅ All legal agreements and licenses (FSSAI, Shops Act, etc.)
👤 3. Who Needs This Service?
- 📈 Companies undergoing mergers or acquisitions
- 🔄 Firms pivoting to new products/services
- 🛠️ Businesses rebranding for strategic repositioning
- 📉 Companies with similar/conflicting names
- ⚖️ Statutory compliance after legal orders
💼 4. Why Choose a Registration Service Provider?
- 📑 Drafting of board & special resolutions
- 🧾 Name availability check & RUN application filing
- 📝 Drafting amended MOA & AOA
- 🔍 End-to-end MCA form filing (MGT-14, INC-24, etc.)
- ✅ Faster approvals, error-free documentation
🔁 5. Step-by-Step Registration Process
🪪 Step 1: Board Resolution
Pass a board resolution to propose the new company name.
🔍 Step 2: RUN Form Filing
Check availability of the new name and apply through RUN (Reserve Unique Name) on the MCA portal.
🗳️ Step 3: Shareholder Approval
Hold an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) and pass a special resolution.
📝 Step 4: File Form MGT-14
File the special resolution within 30 days of passing it.
📜 Step 5: File INC-24
Apply for name change approval with the ROC along with amended MOA and AOA.
📩 Step 6: Receive Fresh Certificate
On approval, ROC issues a new Certificate of Incorporation.
📋 6. Required Documents
- 🧾 Certified copies of board and special resolutions
- 📄 Altered MOA & AOA
- 🪪 Existing Incorporation Certificate
- ✍️ EGM notice, explanatory statement & attendance
- 🔐 Digital Signatures (DSC) of directors
- 🧷 RUN form approval letter
💰 7. Cost Involved
| Activity | Govt. Fees (₹) | Professional Fees (₹) |
| RUN Form | 1,000 | Included |
| MGT-14 | Based on capital | 1,500–3,000 |
| INC-24 | Based on capital | 2,000–5,000 |
| MOA/AOA Amendment | — | 2,000–5,000 |
💡 Note: Additional costs may apply for PAN/GST/IEC updates.
⏱️ 8. Time Taken
| Process Step | Time Estimate |
| RUN Form Name Approval | 1–2 working days |
| Shareholder Resolution | 2–5 working days |
| MGT-14 + INC-24 Filing | 7–15 working days |
| New Certificate of Inc. | 3–5 working days |
🕒 Total Time: 15–25 days
⚠️ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Choosing a name that violates trademark or already exists
- ❌ Filing INC-24 without MGT-14
- ❌ Incorrect altered MOA format
- ❌ Not updating PAN, GST, IEC, bank accounts
- ❌ Missed special resolution or improper EGM documentation
📞 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)
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❓ 11. FAQs
Q1: Is MCA approval mandatory for a name change?
✅ Yes. You must file INC-24 and receive a new Incorporation Certificate from the ROC.
Q2: Can the name be changed without shareholder consent?
❌ No. A special resolution from shareholders is mandatory.
Q3: Will the CIN number change?
🔄 Only the company name changes. The CIN remains the same except the name portion.
Q4: Do I need to update GST and PAN after the name change?
✅ Yes. It’s a legal requirement to update all statutory registrations.
