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End uncertainty: How company closure can free you from financial and legal burdens!
Grants you a clean break, allowing you to move on without any loose ends.
Settles all financial matters, preventing unresolved debts or taxes from lingering.
Allows for the proper distribution or liquidation of business assets.
Ensures your business is officially dissolved, avoiding penalties or liabilities in future.
Ends unnecessary compliance costs for a dormant or non-operational company..
Proper closure prevents fines and legal action from non-compliance with government regulations.
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Pick your route: A guide to closing your company the right way
| Aspect | Voluntary Closure | Compulsory Closure |
|---|---|---|
| Initiated By | Shareholders/Directors. | Court/Tribunal/Regulators. |
| Reason | Inactivity, mutual decision. | Fraud, non-compliance, insolvency. |
| Trigger | Board resolution, shareholder vote. | Court order or creditor petition. |
| Regulatory Filing | Forms like STK-2. | Petition/reports to tribunal. |
| Control | Company-driven process. | Overseen by liquidators/court. |
| Outcome | Settled liabilities, clean exit. | Forced closure, potential penalties. |
| Timeframe | 3-6 months. | Varies, often longer. |
Understand the process and essential documents for closing your business
| Business Type | Closure Process | Key Documents Required | Regulatory Body | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Limited Company | Shareholder approval or strike-off under Sec 248. | Form STK-2, consent, audited accounts. | MCA/ROC. | 3-6 months. |
| Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | Strike-off or winding up under LLP Act. | Form 24, consent, NOC, accounts. | MCA/ROC. | 2-4 months. |
| One Person Company (OPC) | Shareholder resolution and strike-off. | Form STK-2, affidavit, accounts. | MCA/ROC. | 3-6 months. |
| Proprietorship Firm | Settle debts and liabilities. | Account closure, GST cancellation. | GST Dept (if any). | 1-2 weeks. |
| Partnership Firm | Mutual consent or as per deed. | Dissolution deed, partner consent. | Registrar of Firms. | 2-4 weeks. |
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Find answers to common questions about company closure
he company closure process involves passing a resolution, settling liabilities, filing necessary forms with the MCA, obtaining clearance from authorities, and applying for strike-off or liquidation.
Costs can vary depending on the complexity of the closure process, professional fees, government fees for filing forms, and any outstanding liabilities or taxes.
The timeline for company closure in India can range from 3 to 6 months, depending on the business structure and the closure method chosen (voluntary or compulsory).
Company closure and liquidation are related but not the same. Closure is the process of dissolving a business, while liquidation involves selling off assets to pay off debts before closure.
Once a company is legally closed and dissolved, it cannot be reopened. However, a new company can be incorporated if required.
Not closing a company properly can result in penalties, legal liabilities, and continued tax obligations, along with the risk of compulsory liquidation by the authorities.
To close a Private Limited Company, pass a board resolution, settle liabilities, file Form STK-2 with the MCA, and obtain approval for strike-off or liquidation.
A general term referring to the process of legally closing a company, which can be done via winding up, dissolution, or strike-off.
Winding Up: A legal process where a company’s assets are sold off to pay debts before it is officially dissolved. It can be voluntary or compulsory.
Dissolution: The final legal step where a company ceases to exist after winding up or strike-off.
Strike-Off: A simpler process to remove a company from the register without going through winding up, usually applicable to companies that are inactive and have no liabilities.
Employees must be given proper notice, compensation, and benefits as per labor laws. Their employment contracts should be terminated following legal requirements.
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