Strike Off of Companies
Legal assistance for closing non-operational companies via strike-off under the Companies Act, 2013.Plan Overview
Striking off a company means removing its name from the register of companies maintained by the Registrar of Companies (ROC). This is a formal way of closing down a company that is no longer operational or has no business activity. It can be done voluntarily by the company or initiated by the ROC. This process is governed by Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013.Services Included
Non-RBI Transaction
Document preparation
RBI transaction
Any government fee
Documents Required
Board Resolution for Strike Off
Shareholders' Resolution (Special Resolution)
Indemnity Bond (duly notarised) – in Form STK-3
Affidavit by Directors – in Form STK-4
Statement of Accounts (certified by a Chartered Accountant)
Statement of Nil Assets & Liabilities
Copy of Board Resolution authorising strike off
PAN of the company
Identity and address proof of directors
Process
20-30 Days Estimate
Step 1
Board Meeting – Convene a board meeting to pass a resolution for striking off and authorise a director to file the application.
Step 2
Shareholders’ Approval – Call a general meeting and pass a special resolution (or obtain consent from 75% of shareholders in terms of paid-up share capital).
Step 3
Clearance of Liabilities – Ensure all assets and liabilities are settled.
Step 4
Prepare Documentation – Draft and notarise Indemnity Bond and Affidavit; prepare certified financial statements.
Step 5
File Form STK-2 – Submit the strike-off application with all required attachments to the ROC.
Step 6
Review by ROC – The ROC will verify the application and may publish a public notice before striking off the name.
Step 7
Final Strike Off – Once satisfied, the ROC will strike off the company and update the register.
Recommended For
Dormant or defunct companies seeking to cease operations legally.
Review
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