Increase in Authorized Capital

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Overview

Issue of shares

The share capital is part of company’s capital which is raised through issue of shares.

Authority

The concerned authority for approving the increase in authorised capital is the Registrar of Companies (RoC) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

Legal dimension

In terms of the legal dimension, the Companies Act, 2013 in India governs the provisions related to the authorised capital of companies. The Act provides guidelines and regulations for altering the capital clause, including the procedures and requirements that need to be followed.

Objective

The key objective of increasing the authorised capital is to provide the company with the flexibility to raise additional funds whenever required.

Benefits of Increasing Authorized Capital

Compliance with Legal Requirements

In some cases, an increase in authorised capital may be necessary to comply with legal requirements or to meet the minimum capital thresholds specified for certain business activities or licenses. By fulfilling these requirements, the company ensures legal compliance and avoids any potential penalties or issues in the future.

Improved Credibility and Image

A company with a higher authorised capital may be viewed as more established and financially robust. It can enhance the company's credibility among stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, investors, and lenders. This can contribute to a positive brand image and facilitate business relationships.

Enhanced Financial Capacity

By increasing the authorised capital, a company expands its financial capacity, allowing it to raise additional funds through the issuance of shares. This provides the company with a greater ability to undertake new projects, expand its operations, and meet its financial requirements.

Facilitates Growth and Expansion

Increasing the authorised capital allows for greater flexibility in the company's capital structure. It enables the company to issue additional shares when needed, whether for equity financing, employee stock options, or other purposes. This flexibility helps in adapting to changing financial requirements and market conditions.

Documents required

Digital Signature Certificate

MoA & AoA

CoI

PAN Card

Increase capital in 3 easy steps

  • Fill in our questionnaires that take less than 10 minutes
  • Provide basic details & documents
  • Make payment through secured payment gateways
  • Assigned Relationship Manager
  • Drafting of necessary resolution and documents
  • Alteration of MoA and AoA
  • Filing application increase in capital
  • Alteration of MoA and AoA
  • Updated MCA master data with modified details
 
 

Process of authorised share capital increase

  • Drafting of necessary resolutions
  • Drafting of other necessary documents
  • Provide documents prepared after signature
  • Preparation of application for change
  • Filing application and necessary documents with MCA
  • Government processing time
  • Update master data of the company

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The increase in capital shall receive following consent or approval:
1. Consent from the Board;
2. Consent from the members of the company; and
3. Approval from concerned RoC.

Yes, the total authorized and paid-up capital is displayed on the Master Data of the company on the MCA portal.
The Government fee for any e-form filed with MCA depends on the authorized capital of the company. With the increase in Authorised capital, the Government fee for online filing also increases, however to a nominal extent.
Yes, the package cost also includes the increase in paid-up capital of the company, but not the transfer of shares.

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