MCA Compliance
Registered Office Change Process in India
Moving your company's registered office? The process depends on whether you move within the city, across ROCs, or to another state. Here is what each route needs.
Your registered office is the official address on the MCA records. Moving it is not just an internal update — the filing depends on how far you go.
Quick answer
A move within the same city/ROC needs a board resolution and INC-22. A move across ROC jurisdictions or to another state additionally needs a special resolution (MGT-14), Regional Director approval (INC-23) and sometimes a newspaper notice, before INC-22.
The three scenarios
| Move | What it needs |
|---|---|
| Within the same city/ROC | Board resolution + INC-22 |
| To another ROC jurisdiction | Special resolution + RD approval (INC-23) + INC-22 |
| To another state | As above, plus newspaper notice and state-change steps |
Why the distance matters
A local move is simple; crossing ROC or state lines involves the Regional Director and a longer process, because it changes which ROC supervises your company.
After the change
Update your address on the PAN, GST, bank, licences and letterheads, so notices and correspondence reach the new office.
Common mistakes
- Using the within-city process for an across-state move
- Weak new-address proof (utility bill / rent agreement + NOC)
- Missing the special resolution/MGT-14 where required
- Not updating PAN/GST/bank afterward
Identify the right route first, and the office change goes through cleanly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I change my company's registered office?
It depends on the move: within the same city/ROC needs a board resolution and INC-22; across ROCs or states additionally needs a special resolution (MGT-14), Regional Director approval (INC-23) and sometimes a newspaper notice.
What is INC-22?
The MCA form through which a change of registered office is notified to the ROC.
Is changing office within the same city easy?
Relatively — a board resolution and INC-22 usually suffice. Moves across ROC jurisdictions or states are more involved.
What is needed to move to another state?
A special resolution (MGT-14), Regional Director approval via INC-23 (often with a newspaper notice), and then INC-22.
What address proof is required?
Valid proof of the new premises (utility bill or rent agreement) plus an NOC from the owner.
Do I update PAN, GST and bank too?
Yes. After the MCA change, update your address on the PAN, GST, bank, licences and stationery.
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