Close / Strike Off Private Limited Company
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How to Close a Private Limited Company?
Closing a Private Limited Company in India can be done through three main routes depending on the company\'s financial position: (1) Fast Track Strike Off (FTO) using Form STK-2 under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013 — for companies that have nil assets and liabilities, have not been operational for 2 or more years, and have filed all pending ROC returns; (2) Voluntary Winding Up under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 — for companies that are solvent but wish to close; (3) Compulsory Winding Up by NCLT under Section 271 — for insolvent companies or on grounds of just and equitable order. The STK-2 route is the most commonly used fast track route. It requires all pending annual returns (AOC-4 and MGT-7) and income tax returns (ITR-6) to be filed before application. There must be no pending litigation, government dues, or ongoing business activity.
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Company Closure Routes
Fast Track Strike Off — STK-2
Apply under Section 248 using Form STK-2 for companies inactive for 2+ years with nil assets/liabilities. All ROC and IT filings must be up to date.
Voluntary Winding Up under IBC
Solvent companies can voluntarily liquidate under the IBC, 2016. Requires board declaration of solvency, liquidator appointment, and NCLT order.
NCLT Winding Up — Section 271
Tribunal-ordered winding up for insolvent companies, fraud, or public interest cases. More complex and time-consuming than voluntary routes.
Dormant Company Status
As an alternative to closure, apply for Dormant Company status under Section 455. Reduced compliance burden with only Form MSC-3 annual return.
Eligibility & Requirements
How to Close / Strike Off a Pvt. Ltd. Company
The STK-2 fast track route is the most efficient path for defunct companies. Our team ensures all compliance is cleared before applying.
1Step 1: Clear All Pending ROC & Tax Filings
File all pending AOC-4, MGT-7, and ITR-6 returns. Pay any outstanding taxes or penalties. Close all bank accounts and obtain closure certificates.
2Step 2: Board Resolution & Affidavit
Pass Board Resolution approving the strike off application. All directors sign Affidavit of NIL assets/liabilities and an Indemnity Bond notarized by notary.
3Step 3: File STK-2 on MCA Portal
Submit Form STK-2 with all attachments — Affidavit, Indemnity Bond, NIL statement, and bank closure certificate. Pay government fee.
4Step 4: ROC Notice & Gazette Publication
ROC issues public notice for 30 days. If no objections, the company name is struck off the register and published in the Official Gazette.
Once struck off, the company ceases to exist. Directors are relieved of future compliance obligations. GST registration is cancelled separately.
Documents Required
Company Documents
- Certificate of Incorporation
- PAN of the company
- MOA and AOA
Closure Documents
- NIL Assets and Liabilities Statement
- Affidavit of directors (notarized)
- Indemnity Bond (all directors)
Filing Evidence
- Last 3 years ROC filing acknowledgments
- Last 3 years ITR-6 acknowledgments
- Bank account closure certificate
Post-Registration Compliance
GST Cancellation Before Strike Off
Cancel GSTIN and file GSTR-10 (final return) before applying for company strike off. Pending GST obligations can delay the process.
TDS Compliance Clearance
Ensure all TDS returns (24Q, 26Q) are filed and any TDS payable has been deposited. Obtain Form 16A clearance if applicable.
Director Liability Post Strike Off
Directors remain liable for actions and liabilities that arose before the strike off. The company can be restored to the register within 20 years by NCLT.
Restoration if Strike Off Was Wrong
If the company is struck off by ROC suo motu (for non-filing), members or creditors can apply to NCLT for restoration within 20 years under Section 252.
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