What is the Memorandum of Association (MOA)?
The Memorandum of Association is a foundational legal document that defines a company’s structure, objectives, and operational boundaries.
It contains clauses such as Name, Situation, Object, Liability, Capital, and Subscription. Any change in your company’s business direction, capital, or structure
requires an amendment to the MOA under Section 13 of the Companies Act, 2013.
When Do You Need to Amend the MOA?
- Change in company name
- Shift of registered office to another state
- Adding or modifying business objectives
- Increasing authorised share capital
- Changing liability terms of members
Key MOA Amendments and Their Purpose
Name Clause
Update your company name due to rebranding, restructuring, or ownership change.
Situation Clause
Shift registered office from one state to another requiring Central Government approval.
Object Clause
Add new business activities or modify existing objectives to reflect operational changes.
Liability Clause
Modify liability terms of members or directors as per legal requirements.
Capital Clause
Increase authorised share capital or alter share structure to raise funds or onboard investors.
Subscription Clause
Update subscriber details when structural or ownership changes occur.
Documents Required for MOA Amendment
- Updated draft of the MOA
- Certified copy of Special Resolution
- Explanatory statement under Section 102
- Board Resolution and EGM notice
- Form MGT-14 to be filed within 30 days
MOA Amendment Process with ND Salva
Step 1: Board Resolution
Initial approval and scheduling of the EGM for shareholder consent.
Step 2: Draft Special Resolution
We prepare accurate resolution text for proposed MOA changes.
Step 3: Conduct EGM
Shareholders vote on the amendments through a Special Resolution.
Step 4: File MGT-14
All resolutions and revised MOA are filed with the RoC within 30 days.
Step 5: RoC Approval
RoC reviews and registers the amendment, making it legally valid.
Step 6: Update Company Records
We update all statutory registers and notify stakeholders as required.
Important Compliance Notes
- AOA must allow capital clause amendments; AOA may need alteration first.
- Liability clause changes must be filed within 30 days.
- Inter-state office change requires Form INC-23, INC-28, and public notice.
- Companies incorporated before 2013 may need MOA format alignment.
Why Choose ND Salva?
Expert Legal Team
Experienced specialists in corporate law and MCA procedures.
Accurate Documentation
We draft resolutions, revised MOA, and supporting documents flawlessly.
Fast Turnaround
Quick processing without compromising legal correctness.
End-to-End Filing
Complete support for MGT-14 filing and RoC approvals.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden charges—clear, upfront service fees.
Post-Amendment Support
We help update statutory registers and legal records after approval.