How many name options can I submit in RUN?

You can propose up to two names in order of preference. If both are rejected, a fresh RUN must be filed.

Does a company name change affect existing contracts?

No. A name change does not affect the legal continuity of the company. Existing contracts, liabilities, and legal proceedings continue under the new name.

Is MOA amendment required for a name change?

Yes. The first clause of the MOA contains the company name and must be updated as part of the name change process.

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RUN – Reserve Unique Name for Change of Existing Company Name

Step-by-Step MCA Name Reservation and Company Name Change Services Under Section 13 of the Companies Act 2013

Changing a company's name is a significant corporate event that requires the MCA's approval before any other step can be taken. The Reserve Unique Name (RUN) web service on the MCA21 portal is the mandatory first step — used to check availability and reserve the proposed new name for an existing company. Only after RUN approval can the company proceed with the Special Resolution and INC-24 filing to formally effect the name change.

A name rejection at the RUN stage causes costly delays. Common rejection grounds include phonetic similarity to existing company names, use of restricted words, names identical to registered trademarks, or names that violate the Companies (Incorporation) Rules 2014. Our team conducts a comprehensive pre-check across MCA records, trademark databases, and regulatory restricted-word lists before submitting your RUN application.

Our RUN & Company Name Change Services

Name Availability Pre-Check

Thorough search across MCA21 records, trademark registrations, and restricted-word lists to identify any conflicts before submitting your RUN application — minimizing rejection risk.

RUN Filing

Preparation and submission of the RUN web form with up to two proposed names in order of preference, along with the required justification and significance document if applicable.

Board & EGM Resolutions

Drafting of Board Resolution to convene an EGM, and the Special Resolution under Section 13 for change of name — ready for director signatures and minute book recording.

MGT-14 Filing

Filing of MGT-14 (resolutions and agreements) with the ROC within 30 days of passing the Special Resolution — a mandatory step before submitting INC-24.

INC-24 Filing

Submission of Form INC-24 (Application for Change of Name) to the ROC with all supporting documents including the Special Resolution, altered MOA, and RUN approval letter.

Post-Approval Updates

After the ROC issues a fresh Certificate of Incorporation, we assist with updating all statutory registers, PAN, TAN, GSTIN, bank accounts, and letterheads to reflect the new company name.

Step-by-Step Process: Company Name Change via RUN

Step	Action	Timeline
1	Name availability pre-check (MCA + trademark search)	1–2 days
2	RUN filing on MCA21 portal	1 day (approval in 1–3 working days)
3	Board meeting to call EGM; issue 21-day notice to members	Day 1–22
4	EGM — Special Resolution passed for name change	Day 22+
5	MGT-14 filed with ROC (within 30 days of resolution)	Within 30 days of EGM
6	INC-24 filed with ROC	Within 30 days of resolution
7	ROC issues fresh Certificate of Incorporation	15–30 working days from INC-24
8	Update PAN, TAN, GST, bank, MOA/AOA, statutory records	Post-approval

⚠️ RUN approval is valid for 20 days. MGT-14 and INC-24 must be filed within 30 days of the Special Resolution. Missing these windows requires restarting the RUN process and refiling all forms with late fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many name options can I submit in a RUN filing?

The RUN web service allows you to propose up to two names in order of preference. If the first name is rejected, the MCA considers the second. If both are rejected, you must file a fresh RUN application. This is why a thorough pre-check is critical — our team verifies phonetic similarity, trademark conflicts, restricted words (like "National", "Bank", "Insurance"), and MCA naming guidelines before submission.

Can a company change its name without an EGM if all shareholders agree?

Yes — Section 114 of the Companies Act permits passing a Special Resolution by postal ballot or by written consent of all members (unanimous written resolution for private companies under Section 100). However, the required notice period and documentation must still be followed. For companies with few shareholders, this can significantly speed up the process compared to convening a formal EGM.

Does a name change affect existing contracts or legal proceedings?

No. A name change does not affect the legal continuity of the company. The company remains the same legal entity — its CIN, incorporation date, existing contracts, liabilities, and legal proceedings continue uninterrupted. The only change is the name used to identify the company. However, all future correspondence and documents must use the new name once the Certificate of Incorporation is issued.

Is MOA amendment required as part of a name change?

Yes. The first clause of the Memorandum of Association (MOA) contains the company name. Changing the name requires the MOA to be updated to reflect the new name. The altered MOA is submitted as an attachment to INC-24. The ROC updates its records and the new MOA becomes effective from the date of the fresh Certificate of Incorporation.

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