Change Registered Address in India

Change of Registered Address of a Company

What is Registered Address?

The registered office address of a company is the official address recorded with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).
All official communications, notices, and legal correspondence are sent to this address.

📌 Any change in the registered office must be filed with the MCA to remain legally compliant.

Why Change Registered Address?

• Business expansion or relocation

• Better connectivity or logistics

• Operational convenience

• Change in jurisdiction or state

• Compliance with Companies Act, 2013

Who Can Apply?

• Board of Directors of the company

• Shareholders (for change outside the same state)

• Authorized signatory / Company Secretary

Documents Required

• Board Resolution approving the address change

• Shareholders’ approval (if required)

• Proof of new address (rent agreement, utility bill, or property ownership)

• NOC from landlord (if premises are rented)

• Altered MOA (if state of registered office changes)

• Form INC-22 for filing with MCA

Process to Change Registered Address

1. Board Meeting – Pass a resolution approving the change

2. Shareholders’ Approval – Required if shifting to another state or outside jurisdiction

3. Prepare Documents – Proof of new address, NOC, altered MOA/AOA (if needed)

4. File Form INC-22 – Online filing on MCA portal with attachments

5. RoC Approval – MCA verifies documents

6. Update Certificate – CIN / COI is updated with new registered office address

⏱️ Timeline: 7–15 working days (after MCA verification)

Important Points

• If moving within the same state, only Board Resolution is enough

• If moving to another state, shareholders’ approval and MOA alteration are required

• All licenses, GST, PAN, bank accounts must be updated after address change

• Failure to update may attract penalty under Companies Act

Benefits of Updating Registered Address

• Ensures legal compliance

• Smooth receipt of official notices and communications

• Avoids penalty and legal issues

• Reflects accurate business location for stakeholders