The registered office serves as the principal address for all official correspondence and regulatory communication. Changes to this address must be updated with the ROC to maintain compliance and transparency.

• Within the Same City: Requires only board approval and filing Form INC-22 with the ROC.
• Within the Same State: Requires shareholder approval through a special resolution.
• From One State to Another: Requires shareholder approval and approval from the Regional Director (RD).

• Sections 12 and 13 of the Companies Act, 2013 govern address changes.
• Filing of Forms INC-22, MGT-14, and INC-23 (for inter-state changes) is mandatory.

• Convene a board meeting to propose the change.
• Obtain shareholder approval through a special resolution if required.
• File appropriate forms with the ROC and, in some cases, with the RD.

• Step 1: Convene a board meeting to approve the proposed change.
• Step 2: File Form INC-22 with the ROC for intra-city changes.
• Step 3: Pass a special resolution in a shareholders’ meeting for inter-city or inter-state changes.
• Step 4: File Form MGT-14 for special resolution approval.
• Step 5: File Form INC-23 with the RD for inter-state changes, followed by INC-28.

• Non-compliance may result in penalties under Section 12 of the Companies Act.
• Failure to update the ROC can lead to legal challenges and delays in correspondence.

• Board resolution approving the change.
• Special resolution (for inter-city or inter-state changes).
• Proof of the new address, such as lease agreement or utility bills.
• Filing fee receipts for INC-22, MGT-14, and INC-23 (if applicable).

• Ensures updated records with the ROC for regulatory communication.
• Avoids penalties and ensures timely delivery of official correspondence.
• Enhances transparency and trust among stakeholders.

• File Form INC-22 within 30 days of the board resolution for intra-city changes.
• File Forms MGT-14 and INC-23 within 30 days for inter-city or inter-state changes.
• Submit Form INC-28 within 30 days after RD approval for inter-state changes.

• Form INC-22 Filing Fee: Rs. 1,000 + ROC fees based on company size.
• Form MGT-14 Filing Fee: Rs. 1,000 + ROC fees (if applicable).
• Form INC-23 Filing Fee (for inter-state changes): Rs. 5,000 + GST.
• Estimated Total Cost: Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000, depending on the type of address change.