A company’s name is more than just a label — it’s your brand identity, your market impression, and your first step toward recognition. But as your business grows, pivots, or rebrands, changing the company name may become necessary.

Whether it’s for expansion, repositioning, or legal restructuring, changing your company name in India involves a specific legal process governed by the Companies Act, 2013.

In this guide, Pockettax breaks down the complete company name change procedure, along with the required documents, timeline, and compliance essentials — so you can rebrand without regulatory roadblocks.

Top Reasons Companies Change Their Name

Rebranding or repositioning in the market
Merger or acquisition
Expansion into new sectors or geographies
Legal issues with the current name
Change in ownership or management

Step-by-Step Process to Change Company Name in India

Board Resolution

The process starts with a Board Meeting to pass a resolution proposing the name change. This step includes:

Selecting a new name
Authorizing a director or company secretary to handle the filing

Name Availability Check & Reservation

Apply for name reservation via Part A of the SPICe+ form on the MCA portal. This is similar to reserving a name during incorporation.

The new name must:

Not resemble any existing company or trademark
Comply with the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014

Pockettax helps ensure that your proposed name is available, non-conflicting, and meets all legal standards before filing.

Pass Special Resolution via EGM

Once the name is approved, call an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to pass a Special Resolution under Section 13 of the Companies Act.

This resolution formally authorizes the change in the company's name and its Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA).

Filing with ROC – Form MGT-14

File Form MGT-14 with the following:

Certified copy of Special Resolution
Notice and minutes of the EGM
Altered MOA & AOA

This must be done within 30 days of passing the resolution.

Final Approval – Form INC-24

File Form INC-24 to get Central Government approval (delegated to the ROC). This form contains:

Reasons for name change
Resolution details
SRN of MGT-14

If everything is in order, the ROC will issue a Certificate of Incorporation (CoI) with the new name.

Documents Required

Board Resolution for name change
Proposed names with significance
EGM Notice and Special Resolution
Altered MOA and AOA
DIN and DSC of directors
Form MGT-14 and INC-24 filings

Timeline for Company Name Change

Step	Estimated Time
Name availability check	1–2 working days
Board & EGM Resolutions	3–5 days
MGT-14 & INC-24 filing	1–2 days
ROC approval & new CoI	7–10 working days

Why Choose Pockettax for Name Change Services?

At Pockettax, we make the name change process seamless by:

Assisting with name checks and legal vetting
Drafting board and shareholder resolutions
Filing MGT-14, INC-24, and SPICe+ forms accurately
Coordinating with the ROC for timely approval
Providing complete compliance support post-name change (PAN, GST, bank updates, etc.)

Post-Name Change Compliance Checklist

Update PAN, TAN, GST, and IEC registrations
Inform banks, vendors, and stakeholders
Revise website, signage, letterheads, and branding
Update licenses and statutory records

Final Thoughts

Changing your company name can be a strategic move for long-term growth — but only when done legally and systematically. With expert guidance and timely execution, you can rebrand without disrupting operations or facing compliance issues.

Pockettax is your trusted partner in corporate compliance — offering end-to-end assistance for smooth and legally sound company name changes.

Company Name Change Procedure in India – Documents & Timeline