Overview
What the MOA and AOA contain
The memorandum of association (MOA) sets out the company's basic details, including its name, registered office state, objects and capital. The articles of association (AOA) set out how the company is run.
Both can be changed by a special resolution of the shareholders. The resolution is filed with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) in Form MGT-14 within 30 days.
Common changes
Changes we help with
Object clause
Add a new line of business, change the main objects or remove objects you no longer pursue.
Articles of association
Update rules on the board, meetings, share transfers or other internal matters.
Clear before you vote
We explain what each proposed change means, so the board and shareholders know what they are approving.
Documents
Documents we need
- Current MOA and AOA of the company
- The changes you want to make
- Board resolution calling the general meeting
- Notice of the meeting with the explanatory statement
- A valid digital signature (DSC) of a director
What we prepare
Our part
- Draft wording of the altered clause or articles
- Draft resolutions and the meeting notice
- Form MGT-14, ready for your director to sign
For a new business object, we check whether it needs a licence or registration before you start that business.
Process
How an alteration works with Complianto
- 01
Fill the form
Tell us what you want to change and why.
- 02
Draft the change
We draft the altered clause or articles for your review.
- 03
Board and shareholder approval
The board calls a general meeting, and shareholders pass a special resolution.
- 04
File Form MGT-14
We file the resolution and the altered MOA or AOA with the ROC within 30 days.
- 05
Records updated
Once the ROC registers the change, the altered documents apply.
Which resolution is needed to change the object clause?
A special resolution of the shareholders, filed with the ROC in Form MGT-14 within 30 days.
How are the articles of association changed?
By a special resolution of the shareholders. The resolution and the altered articles are filed with the ROC in Form MGT-14.
When does a change in objects take effect?
When the ROC registers the alteration. Start the new business after that.
Can we add a completely new business?
Yes, by altering the object clause. Check whether the new business also needs a separate licence or registration.
What happens if Form MGT-14 is filed late?
MCA charges additional fees for late filing, and the company and its officers can face penalties. File within 30 days.
Is Complianto a government body or a CA firm?
Neither. Complianto is a compliance facilitation platform operated by Mentorcorp Private Limited. You can also file directly on the MCA portal without our fee.
More services
Other company changes
Company Changes
All event-based ROC changes in one place.
Increase Authorised Capital
Raise your company's share capital limit.
Company Name Change
Change your company's registered name.
Registered Office Change
Move your company's registered office.
Change in Director
Appoint, replace or remove a director.
Digital Signature (DSC)
Sign MCA forms online.
