Close Your Pvt Ltd Company
Closing a Private Limited Company requires following the formal process laid down by the Companies Act, 2013.
The process involves various steps, including:
- Board resolution: The board of directors must pass a resolution approving the closure of the company and authorizing a director or authorized person to initiate the closure process.
- Shareholder approval: The shareholders must approve the board resolution through a special resolution, which requires the approval of at least 75% of the shareholders.
- Filing of forms: The authorized person must file various forms with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) such as Form MGT-14, Form STK-2, etc. and obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from various authorities.
- Payment of dues: All the dues such as taxes, liabilities, fees, etc. must be paid before initiating the closure process.
- Publication of notice: A public notice must be published in a leading newspaper and the official gazette stating the intention to close the company.
- Distribution of assets: The assets and liabilities of the company must be settled, and the remaining assets must be distributed among the shareholders as per their entitlement.
- Final closure: After completing all the necessary steps, the authorized person must file the final documents with the ROC, and the company will be struck off from the Registrar of Companies.
It is important to note that the process of closing a Private Limited Company can be complicated and time-consuming. It is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional or legal expert to ensure that all the steps are completed correctly and in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations.