Company Name Change
Rebranding or correcting your registered name? Leegal handles name approval and the ROC filing to change your company's legal name.
What's Involved in a Company Name Change?
Changing a company's name involves getting the new name approved by the Registrar, passing a special resolution, altering the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and obtaining a fresh Certificate of Incorporation reflecting the new name.
All existing registrations, licenses, bank accounts, PAN and contracts referencing the old name will also need to be updated once the new name is approved.
| Before Name Change | After Name Change |
|---|---|
| Company operates under the existing registered name | Company operates under the newly approved name |
| Existing CIN remains the same | Same CIN, new Certificate of Incorporation issued |
| Old name reflected across registrations, contracts, bank records | Registrations and records need updating to the new name |
| No special resolution needed yet | Requires special resolution and ROC approval |
Documents Required
Keep these ready before your consultation to speed up filing.
- Proposed new name options, in order of preference
- Board resolution approving the proposed change
- Special resolution passed by shareholders
- Existing Certificate of Incorporation and MOA/AOA
- Digital Signature Certificate of an authorised signatory
- Reason for the name change
How It Works
Name Availability Check
We check and reserve your proposed new name with the Registrar.
Resolution Drafting
We prepare the board and special resolutions required.
ROC Filing
We file for the name change and altered MOA/AOA.
New Certificate Issuance
Once approved, we help you update other registrations to the new name.
Name Approval
Checking availability and reserving your proposed new name.
Resolution & MOA Filing
Preparing resolutions and altering your MOA/AOA.
Post-Change Updates
Guidance updating PAN, GST, bank and other records to the new name.
Why File Through Leegal
- Experienced team that checks name availability properly before filing.
- Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden charges.
- One dedicated point of contact throughout approval.
- Guidance on updating other registrations after the change.
Talk to Our Team
GS006, Vikash Nagar, Ramgarh Cantt, Jharkhand 829122, India
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my CIN change when I change my company's name?
No, the Corporate Identity Number stays the same; only the name and the Certificate of Incorporation are updated.
How long does a company name change take?
It depends on name approval and ROC processing; our team keeps you updated at each stage.
Do I need to update my PAN and GST registration after a name change?
Yes, these and other registrations, licenses and bank records need to be separately updated to reflect the new name.
Can any company change its name?
Most companies can, subject to shareholder approval and Registrar name-availability rules, though certain restrictions may apply depending on the company's specific circumstances.
What happens to existing contracts signed under the old name?
They generally remain valid, though it's good practice to inform counterparties of the name change for clarity.
Planning to Change Your Company's Name?
Talk to our team and get a clear plan for approval and filing — no obligation.