Alteration in MoA & AoA
Alteration in MOA & AOA
The Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) are the backbone of a company’s legal structure. Whenever a business evolves—new activities, new share structure, name change, governance changes or capital restructuring—the MOA or AOA must be updated. Since these documents define what the company can do and how it is governed, any alteration needs precise drafting, shareholder approval and correct MCA filings.
What We Assist With
• Reviewing existing MOA & AOA and identifying required changes
• Drafting revised clauses (Object, Name, Capital, Liability, Governance)
• Preparing Board and shareholder resolutions
• Filing MGT-14 and INC-24 (where applicable) with MCA
• Aligning the updated documents with Companies Act requirements
• Guidance on regulatory updates across GST, banks and licences
• Ensuring all statutory records reflect the changes cleanly
Why Companies Alter MOA & AOA
• Changing business objects
• Increasing capital or restructuring shareholding
• Shifting from private to public or vice-versa
• Adopting new governance rules or adding shareholder rights
• Name change or category conversion
• Removing outdated clauses from older incorporation documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. A special resolution at a general meeting is mandatory for all alterations.
Usually, but some invest through CCDs, CCPS, or SAFE-style instruments.
Yes. Name, Object, Capital, Liability and Subscription clauses can be altered, but each comes with specific rules.
For certain changes—like shifting registered office to another state—public notices and approvals are required.
Generally 7–15 working days depending on the type of alteration and MCA processing.