# Alteration of Name (Section 13)
## Procedure Overview
1. Pass a Special Resolution in the general meeting.
2. Obtain written approval of the Central Government (now delegated to the Registrar of Companies).
3. File Form MGT-14 with ROC within 30 days of passing the special resolution, along with copy of CG approval.
4. The Registrar enters the new name in the Register of Companies and issues a fresh certificate of incorporation with the new name.
5. The change is complete and effective only on issue of fresh certificate of incorporation.
## When Central Government Approval is NOT Required
Approval of the Central Government is not necessary if the change merely involves addition or deletion of the word 'Private' to the name (e.g., conversion of public to private or vice versa).
## Conditions / Restrictions on New Name
(i) The new name shall not be:
- Identical with or too nearly resemble the name of an existing company;
- Undesirable in the opinion of the Central Government;
- Such that its use would constitute an offence under any law.
(ii) Unless previous approval of CG is obtained, the name shall not contain any word or expression suggesting:
- Connection with Government or State patronage, or
- Such other word/expression as may be prescribed.
## Reservation Period for Existing Companies
For application of reservation/change of name by an existing company, the Registrar may reserve the name for a period of 60 days from the date of approval.
## Flow Chart
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Special Resolution at GM
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Apply to CG (via Registrar/RD) for approval
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File MGT-14 within 30 days + CG approval copy with ROC
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ROC enters new name, issues FRESH Certificate of Incorporation
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Change effective ONLY on issue of fresh certificate
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