Overview
Changing the name of an existing Private or Public Limited Company is a significant corporate event. It requires the approval of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to ensure the new name is unique and compliant with naming guidelines. The process involves passing a Special Resolution in an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), altering the Name Clause in the Memorandum of Association (MoA), and filing specific forms (MGT-14 and INC-24). Until the ROC issues a fresh Certificate of Incorporation, the old name remains legally active.
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Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Current Documents
- Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
- Current MoA and AoA
- Digital Signature (DSC) of the Authorized Director
New Name Details
- List of 2-3 proposed new names in order of preference
- Trademark Registration Certificate (if the new name is a registered trademark)
Step-by-Step Filing Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: RUN Name Approval
We apply for the new name using the RUN web service. The MCA verifies availability and approves the name for 60 days.
Step 2: EGM and Special Resolution
The company holds an EGM to pass a Special Resolution approving the name change and the alteration of the MoA.
Step 3: Filing MGT-14 & INC-24
We file MGT-14 to register the special resolution within 30 days, followed by Form INC-24 seeking formal approval from the Central Government.
Step 4: Fresh COI Issuance
Upon approval, the ROC issues a Fresh Certificate of Incorporation reflecting the new name, officially completing the process.
Key Advantages of Formal Name Change
A formal name change ensures continuity of the business entity while rebranding.
Maintain Corporate History
Changing the name does not create a new company. The CIN remains the same, preserving your company's vintage, credit history, and past contracts.
Strategic Rebranding
Allows the company to align its legal name with a new brand identity, a merger, or a pivot into a completely new industry.
Avoid Trademark Disputes
If you are facing a trademark infringement notice on your current corporate name, legally changing it resolves the dispute permanently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Does the PAN and TAN change when the company name changes?▼
No. The PAN and TAN numbers remain exactly the same. However, you must apply to the Income Tax Department to update the name on the PAN/TAN cards.
Do we need to update our bank accounts?▼
Yes. Once the fresh COI is issued, you must submit it to your bank, GST department, PF/ESI portals, and vendors to update the name in their records.
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