Company Name Change
Company Name Change: A Strategic Move for Your Brand
In the ever-evolving business landscape, a company’s name serves as more than just an identifier—it reflects its brand identity, corporate vision, and market positioning. A name change can reshape customer perception and enhance market presence.
✅ Why Change a Company Name?
- Business rebranding or restructuring
- Mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships
- Legal obligations or trademark issues
- Expansion into new markets
Legal Process for Changing a Company Name in India
Under the Companies Act 2013, the name change involves:
- Board Resolution – Passing a formal resolution for name change approval
- Name Approval – Submitting an application to the Registrar of Companies (ROC) for approval
- Special Resolution – Passing a resolution at a shareholders’ meeting
- ROC Filing – Filing necessary forms, including MGT-14 and INC-24
- Certificate of Incorporation – Receiving a new certificate reflecting the updated name
Documents Required for Company Name Change
Attachments for Form MGT-14 (For Changing Company Name)
- ✅ Certified True Copy of the Special Resolution with an explanatory statement
- ✅ Copy of the meeting notice sent to members, including all annexures
- ✅ Altered Memorandum of Association (MOA) & Articles of Association (AOA)
- ✅ Copy of the Attendance Sheet from the General Meeting
- ✅ Shorter Notice Consent (if applicable)
Attachments for Form INC-24 (For Name Change Approval)
- ✅ Notice with Explanatory Statements
- ✅ Certified True Copy of the Special Resolution
- ✅ Altered MOA & AOA reflecting the new name
- ✅ Minutes of the General Meeting
- ✅ Affidavit from directors confirming the decision
Additional Essential Documents
- ✅ Certificate of Incorporation (original document)
- ✅ Updated MOA and AOA with the new name
- ✅ Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the authorized director
- ✅ Proof of registered business address (utility bill, rental agreement, etc.)
- ✅ List of shareholders and directors