Close a Private Limited Company – Strike Off & Winding Up Services
Closing a Private Limited Company involves legally removing the company’s name from the Registrar of Companies (ROC) or winding up its operations as per the Companies Act, 2013.
At Taxless.in, we provide end-to-end assistance for company closure, documentation, and MCA filing to ensure a smooth and compliant process.
What is a Private Limited Company?
A Private Limited Company is a registered business entity with limited liability, separate legal identity, and compliance requirements under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
When Should You Close a Private Limited Company?
You may consider closure if:
- Business is not operational
- No revenue or future plans
- Accumulated losses
- Compliance burden is high
- Directors wish to exit
- Company is inactive for a long time
Methods to Close a Private Limited Company
1. Voluntary Strike Off (Fastest Method)
Applicable when:
- Company has not been active
- No liabilities or assets
- No business operations
👉 Filed under Form STK-2 with ROC.
2. Voluntary Winding Up
Applicable when:
- Company has assets/liabilities
- Requires formal liquidation process
- Involves appointing a liquidator
👉 More complex and time-consuming compared to strike off.
Documents Required
- Certificate of Incorporation
- PAN card of the company
- PAN & Aadhaar of directors
- Latest financial statements
- Bank account closure proof
- Board resolution approving closure
- Affidavit and indemnity bond
- Statement of accounts (not older than 30 days)
- GST cancellation proof (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificates (if required)
Company Closure Process (Strike Off)
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Clear All Liabilities
Ensure all dues, loans, and obligations are settled. -
Close Bank Accounts
Settle balances and close all company accounts. -
Prepare Financial Statements
Certified by a Chartered Accountant. -
Pass Board Resolution
Approve the decision to close the company. -
File Form STK-2
Submit application to ROC for strike off. -
ROC Verification
ROC reviews documents and may issue notices. -
Strike Off Approval
Company name is removed from MCA records.
Time Required
- Typically 3 to 6 months depending on documentation and ROC processing
- Timeline may vary based on compliance and responses to queries
Eligibility for Strike Off
- No business operations for at least 1 year
- No outstanding liabilities
- Bank accounts closed
- No pending litigation
- Assets disposed or accounted for
Consequences of Not Closing an Inactive Company
- Continued ROC filings and compliance requirements
- Penalties for non-filing of returns
- Legal notices from MCA
- Risk of director disqualification
- Accumulation of government fees and penalties
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Applying without clearing liabilities
- ❌ Missing financial statements or incorrect certification
- ❌ Not closing bank accounts
- ❌ Ignoring pending GST or ROC filings
- ❌ Submitting incomplete documentation
How Taxless.in Helps
- Evaluation of company eligibility for closure
- Drafting affidavits, indemnity bonds, and resolutions
- Preparation of financial statements and statements of accounts
- Filing Form STK-2 with ROC
- Assistance in GST cancellation and PAN updates
- Coordination with MCA and follow-ups
- End-to-end company strike-off support
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can a private limited company be closed if it has liabilities?
No, all liabilities must be cleared before applying for strike off.
2. Which form is used for company closure?
Form STK-2 is used for voluntary strike off.
3. Is audit required before closure?
Yes, financial statements must be prepared and certified by a CA.
4. What is the minimum inactivity period for strike off?
Generally, the company should not have carried out business for at least 1 year.
5. What happens after strike off?
The company is dissolved and removed from MCA records.
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