Company Name Change

Overview

Company Name Change is the process Taxeto follows to alter a company's registered name under the Companies Act, 2013, requiring MCA approval and an update to the Memorandum of Association. Taxeto checks name availability, drafts the required resolutions, and files RUN, MGT-14 and INC-24 so businesses can rebrand, resolve trademark conflicts, or reflect new business activities.

Benefits

• Aligns the company name with new business goals
• Improves market recognition and presence
• Avoids conflicts with existing trademarks
• Supports diversification of business activities

Eligibility

• Company must be active
• Must not have defaulted in its filings
• New name must comply with MCA guidelines
• No pending legal issues in some cases

Documents Required

1. 1Board resolution
2. 2Special resolution
3. 3MOA and AOA
4. 4Name approval application
5. 5Certificate of Incorporation

Process

1. 1

   Name Availability Check

   Apply for name approval via the RUN service.

2. 2

   Board Meeting

   Pass a board resolution for the name change.

3. 3

   Name Approval

   Obtain approval from the MCA.

4. 4

   Shareholder Approval

   Pass a special resolution.

5. 5

   File Forms

   Submit MGT-14 and INC-24.

6. 6

   Certificate Issuance

   Receive the new Certificate of Incorporation.

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