Winding-up (Closure) of a Company in Ranchi
Do not leave an unwanted company to run up penalties. We help you close it properly, through strike-off, dormant status or voluntary liquidation, as suits your case.
Close it cleanly and protect the directors
A company that is no longer needed does not disappear on its own. It must still file returns and meet compliance every year, and defaults lead to heavy late fees, disqualification of directors and eventual strike-off by the Registrar.
There are different ways to close a company. A company with no business and no significant transactions can apply to be struck off. One that wants to keep its name but pause activity can seek dormant status. A company with assets or liabilities may need voluntary liquidation. We review your situation and take you through the right route.
When to consider closure
- A company that has not carried on business for a long time
- Founders who have decided to stop the business or merge operations elsewhere
- Companies with pending filings that want to close rather than keep paying penalties
- Companies that want to stay registered but pause activity (dormant status)
- Companies with assets or liabilities that need an orderly liquidation
Why get it done by experts
Clean exit
Close the company without leaving defaults behind.
Protect directors
Avoid disqualification and long-term penalties.
Right route chosen
Strike-off, dormant or liquidation, depending on your case.
Records tidied
Pending filings, tax and bank matters are settled first.
Keep these ready
Scanned copies are enough to begin. We tell you if anything else is needed for your case.
Company documents
- Certificate of incorporation, MoA and AoA
- Financial statements for recent years
- Board and shareholder resolutions for closure
- List of pending filings, if any
Closure documents
- Statement of accounts showing no assets or liabilities, where applicable
- Indemnity bond and affidavits from directors
- Proof that the bank account is closed
- GST, PAN and income tax closure details
- Consent from the required majority of shareholders
How Around Tax works for you
Review your company
We check its status, filings, tax position, assets and liabilities.
Choose the route
We recommend strike-off, dormant status or voluntary liquidation.
Settle pending matters
We clear pending filings, close the bank account and settle tax matters.
Resolutions and filing
We prepare the resolutions, bonds and affidavits, and file the application.
Follow through
We follow the process with the Registrar until the closure is complete.
What happens after
These are the usual follow-up steps. We can handle them for you.
- File final income tax return and cancel GST registration
- Close the bank account and settle remaining balances
- Cancel other registrations such as PF, ESI and licences
- Retain company records for the period required by law
- Confirm the company shows as struck off or dissolved on the MCA portal
Common questions
What is strike-off?
It is the removal of a company’s name from the register by the Registrar, which dissolves the company. A company can apply for voluntary strike-off if it has not carried on business and has no significant transactions, subject to conditions.
Can I close a company that has pending filings?
Usually pending filings need to be addressed first, and we help bring them up to date. The MCA also sometimes offers one-time relief schemes, and we check whether one is open.
What is dormant status?
A company that is not carrying on business can apply to be treated as dormant, which reduces compliance while it stays on the register. It suits founders who may revive the business later.
What if my company has assets or loans?
Then strike-off is generally not suitable. Voluntary liquidation is the route for such companies and is a more involved process. We guide you through it with the right professionals.
Do I have to deal with taxes before closure?
Yes. Income tax, GST and other registrations should be closed out, and returns filed, so there are no dues left in the directors’ names.
This page is general guidance based on the Companies Act, 2013 and MCA procedures as we understand them. Forms, fees, due dates and relief schemes change, so we confirm the latest position for your company before we begin.
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