Company Name Change
For Rebranding Companies & Corporate Restructuring: Statutory name alteration under Section 13 of the Companies Act 2013 with complete brand protection.
RUN Name Reservation & Trademark Clearance: Comprehensive MCA and Trademark registry checks to secure fast, rejection-free name approval.
Fresh Certificate of Incorporation Delivery: Includes EGM resolution drafting, altered MOA/AOA filing (MGT-14), and final INC-24 Central Govt approval.
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Company Name Change
Change your company's name without the paperwork hassle. We help with name approval, company resolutions, MCA filings and your updated Certificate of Incorporation.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
5 benefits- ✓Company name availability check and RUN application
- ✓Board and shareholder resolutions with updated MOA/AOA
- ✓Preparation and filing of MCA Form MGT-14
- ✓Preparation and filing of Form INC-24 for name change
- ✓MCA application follow-up and updated incorporation certificate
Company Name Change & MCA Form INC-24 Filing Services
Under Section 13(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 29 of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, a company changing its corporate name must obtain prior name reservation via the MCA RUN portal, pass a Special Resolution in an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), file Form MGT-14 with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), and obtain formal approval from the Central Government by filing Form INC-24 within 30 days.
TaxQue provides end-to-end company rebranding and name change services. Our Company Secretaries conduct comprehensive trademark and MCA prior-art searches, secure RUN name approval, draft Board and EGM special resolutions, prepare amended MOA/AOA charters, and secure the fresh Certificate of Incorporation (COI) from the ROC.
What is Company Name Change?
Company Name Change is the statutory corporate procedure of legally modifying the existing business name of a company across MCA records, constitutional charters, and government licenses.
Strategic Rebranding & Commercial Pivoting: Mandatory when a company undergoes a rebranding campaign, introduces a new flagship product line, changes brand identity, or enters new markets.
Special Resolution Requirement (Section 13(2)): Requires approval by at least 75% majority of shareholders voting at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).
Two-Step MCA Approval Process (MGT-14 & INC-24): Step 1: File Special Resolution in Form MGT-14 within 30 days. Step 2: File application for Central Government approval in Form INC-24.
Section 12 Dual Name Display Mandate
Under Section 12(3)(a), for a period of 2 years from the date of name change, the company must paint or affix its former name along with the new name outside every office and print both names on all letterheads and invoices.
How to Get Started
Trademark Prior-Art Search & RUN Name Approval
Trademark & MCA Name Search -> RUN Portal Application -> Name Approval Letter
- 1Conduct comprehensive MCA master database and trademark database searches to ensure uniqueness.
- 2Submit application on the MCA RUN portal and secure official Name Approval Letter from the ROC.
Board Meeting & EGM Special Resolution
Board Approval -> EGM Notice with Section 102 Statement -> Special Resolution Passing
- 1Hold Board Meeting to approve the proposed name change and issue notice convening the EGM.
- 2Convene EGM and pass Special Resolution with >= 75% shareholder majority approving altered MOA/AOA.
MCA Form MGT-14 & Form INC-24 Approval
Form MGT-14 Filing -> Form INC-24 Central Govt Submission -> Fresh COI Issuance
- 1File Form MGT-14 on MCA V3 attaching certified Special Resolution and altered MOA/AOA.
- 2Submit Form INC-24 and receive the fresh official Certificate of Incorporation (COI) issued by the ROC.
Documents Required for Company Name Change
MCA name approval letters, certified special resolutions, and altered charters.
| Document Type | Specific Records Required | Format / Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| ROC Name Approval Letter | Official name reservation letter issued by Central Registration Centre via RUN portal | Valid for 60 days from approval date |
| Certified Special Resolution | Certified true copy of Special Resolution passed by >= 75% majority in EGM | Signed by Director / Company Secretary |
| EGM Notice & Explanatory Statement | Notice convening EGM along with explanatory statement under Section 102 | Dispatched to all shareholders |
| Altered MOA & AOA Charters | Complete copies of altered MOA (Clause I - Name Clause) and altered AOA | Drafted as per Companies Act 2013 |
| Director Class 3 DSC | Active Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate of authorized director | Mandatory for MCA V3 electronic signing |
Statutory Deadlines & Timelines for Company Name Change
Timelines governed under Section 13(2) and Rule 29 of Companies Rules, 2014.
| Compliance Milestone | Statutory Timeline | Approving Authority |
|---|---|---|
| RUN Name Approval Validity | Valid for 60 days from approval date to complete filings | Registrar of Companies (ROC) |
| Filing Form MGT-14 | Within 30 days from date of passing Special Resolution | ROC (Failure incurs ₹10,000+ penalty under Sec 117) |
| Filing Form INC-24 | Within 30 days from passing Special Resolution (or after MGT-14 approval) | Central Government / ROC |
| Fresh Certificate of Incorporation | Issued within 7 to 15 days of Form INC-24 approval | ROC issues new COI with updated name |
Eligibility Thresholds for Company Name Change
Statutory conditions under Rule 29 of Companies (Incorporation) Rules.
| Statutory Parameter | Mandatory Condition | Legal Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Shareholder Voting Threshold | Special Resolution (At least 75% majority of votes cast) | Section 13(2) Companies Act 2013 |
| Annual Filing Default Prohibition | Company must NOT be in default of filing annual returns (AOC-4 / MGT-7) | Rule 29(1) Companies Rules 2014 |
| Deposit / Debenture Default Prohibition | Company must not have defaulted in repayment of deposits/debentures | Rule 29(1) Companies Rules 2014 |
Why Choose Company Name Change
Why corporate boards and growing brands trust TaxQue for rebranding.
Comprehensive Trademark & MCA Clearance
We verify your proposed brand name against MCA master databases and IP India trademark registers to ensure 100% approval.
Dual Form (MGT-14 + INC-24) Execution
Our Company Secretaries handle both statutory filings with practicing CS certification, eliminating procedural delays.
Fresh Certificate of Incorporation Delivery
Fast-track follow-up to secure your newly endorsed Certificate of Incorporation with your new corporate identity.
Eligibility Criteria for Company Name Change
Companies eligible to change their corporate name.
1Active Corporate Companies
- Private Limited Companies, Public Limited Companies, and One Person Companies.
- Companies with up-to-date annual filings (AOC-4 and MGT-7) and zero matured deposit defaults.
TaxQue Rebranding Advisory vs Generic Online Portals
Why trademark clearance is essential prior to applying for MCA name change.
| Parameter | TaxQue Secretarial & IP Desk | Generic Automated Websites | Local Non-CS Agent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trademark Prior-Art Search | Exhaustive IP India search ensuring zero trademark infringement | Skips trademark check (triggers legal notices later) | Unfamiliar with trademark classes |
| Two-Step Filing Coordination | Synchronized filing of Form MGT-14 and Form INC-24 | Delays MGT-14 causing INC-24 rejection | Confuses filing sequence |
| Post-Change Tax Updates | Assistance in updating PAN, TAN, GST, and bank accounts | Leaves post-change licenses to client | No tax update support |
Key Features of TaxQue Name Change Services
Seamless corporate rebranding backed by certified secretarial experts.
7-10 Days Fast Track
Complete execution from RUN name approval to fresh Certificate of Incorporation.
Trademark Shield
Ensures your new company name does not infringe existing registered trademarks.
Fresh COI Delivery
Receive official government certificate confirming your updated corporate legal identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Company Name Change
Under Section 13(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, changing a company's name involves 4 key steps: (1) Reserving the new proposed name on the MCA portal via RUN / SPICe+ Part A, (2) Convening a Board Meeting to approve the name and issue EGM notice, (3) Passing a Special Resolution in an EGM and filing Form MGT-14 within 30 days, and (4) Filing Form INC-24 for Central Government (ROC) approval to obtain a fresh Certificate of Incorporation.
Under Rule 8 of Companies (Incorporation) Rules, the proposed name must be unique, align with the company's business activities, not resemble any existing registered company/LLP, and not infringe on any registered trademark. TaxQue conducts comprehensive MCA database and trademark registry searches before applying to guarantee approval.
The complete process takes approximately 7 to 10 working days. Name approval (RUN) takes 2 to 3 days, followed by EGM documentation, Form MGT-14 filing, and Form INC-24 processing to receive the fresh Certificate of Incorporation.
Your case is managed by an experienced Company Secretary and Corporate Legal Associate. We draft the Board Resolutions, EGM Notices, Explanatory Statements under Section 102, altered MOA/AOA, and complete CS certifications on the MCA portal.
You need: (1) Notice of EGM with Explanatory Statement, (2) Certified True Copy of Special Resolution, (3) Altered Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) with the new name, (4) Copy of MGT-14 approval challan, (5) Minutes of the EGM, and (6) Class 3 DSC of an authorized director.
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