Increase in Authorised Capital of a Company
Increasing authorised share capital requires a MOA amendment and MCA filing — necessary before issuing new shares to investors, employees or as part of a fundraise.
Authorised capital increased before the allotment.
Contact us to know the exact pricing for your requirement. SS Marks prepares the resolutions, calculates the applicable stamp duty, amends the MOA and files all required forms.
Documents required
- Current Certificate of Incorporation and MOA
- Board resolution approving the proposed capital increase
- Contact us to know the exact pricing for your requirement.
- Details of proposed new authorised capital and share split (if any)
- DSC of authorised director
How we handle this for you
Stamp duty calculation
We calculate the stamp duty payable on the incremental authorised capital for your state of incorporation.
Board & EGM resolution
Board resolution and extraordinary general meeting (EGM) special resolution prepared and adopted.
MGT-14 & SH-7 filing
MGT-14 (special resolution) filed within 30 days; SH-7 (capital change) filed within 30 days of EGM. Stamp duty paid.
MOA amendment & records update
MOA updated to reflect the new Capital Clause. MCA records updated. Guidance on subsequent share allotment process.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between authorised and paid-up capital?
Authorised capital is the maximum amount of share capital a company is permitted to issue — set in the MOA. Paid-up capital is the amount actually issued and received from shareholders. You must increase authorised capital before you can issue shares that would exceed it.
What stamp duty applies to a capital increase?
Stamp duty on the incremental authorised capital varies by state. For Tamil Nadu, the applicable rate is specified in the Indian Stamp Act as applicable to the state. SS Marks calculates the exact amount before filing.
How quickly can authorised capital be increased?
The process typically takes 7–10 working days from the date all documents are ready — covering the EGM resolution, stamp duty payment and MCA filing.
Do all shareholders need to approve the capital increase?
Contact us to know the exact pricing for your requirement. It is passed at an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) or by postal ballot.
Can authorised capital be increased and shares allotted in the same process?
Yes. The capital increase and subsequent share allotment (Form PAS-3 or SH-7 with PAS-3 if an allotment is made) can be coordinated as a single workflow. SS Marks manages both steps together for fundraising transactions.
Increasing share capital for a fundraise or allotment?
SS Marks will calculate the stamp duty and manage the complete MCA filing — initial consultation, without obligation.