What is the procedure for LLP name change in India?

File RUN-LLP form for name reservation (INR 200), then Form 5 LLP within 30 days of approval, obtain new Certificate of Incorporation from ROC, execute Supplementary LLP Agreement, and file Form 3 LLP within 30 days of Certificate. Governed by Section 19, LLP Act 2008.

What forms are required for LLP name change?

Three forms: RUN-LLP (name reservation, no DSC required), Form 5 LLP (notice of change, filed within 30 days of RUN approval, requires DSC + CS/CA certification), and Form 3 LLP (Supplementary Agreement, filed within 30 days of new Certificate).

What is the time limit to file Form 5 LLP after name approval?

Form 5 must be filed within 30 days of receiving the approved RUN-LLP SRN. Missing this attracts a fine of INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 on the LLP and INR 10,000 to INR 1 lakh on each Designated Partner.

How long does LLP name change take?

15-25 business days end-to-end. RUN-LLP approval: 1-3 days. Form 5 processing: 3-7 days. New Certificate: 7-14 days after Form 5 approval. Plus Form 3 LLP filing thereafter.

Can the Central Government force an LLP to change its name?

Yes. Under Section 17, the Central Government can direct a name change if the name is identical to or too similar to another entity or trademark. Failure within 3 months results in forced ORDNC-prefixed name under Rule 19A.

What are the post-change compliance requirements?

Update PAN, TAN, GST registration, bank accounts, contracts, letterheads, invoices, and website with new name per Section 21 LLP Act 2008.

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Section 19, LLP Act 2008: Change your LLP name legally via RUN-LLP name reservation, Form 5 LLP filing, and Supplementary Agreement amendment.

Two 30-Day Deadlines: Form 5 within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval; Form 3 LLP within 30 days of new Certificate of Incorporation.

New Certificate Issued: ROC issues fresh Certificate of Incorporation in the new LLP name. Name change effective from date of certificate.

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LLP Name Change - Overview

📌 TL;DR - LLP Name Change Services at a Glance

An LLP can change its name under Section 19 of the LLP Act 2008 by filing RUN-LLP form for name reservation (INR 200 fee), then Form 5 LLP within 30 days of approval, and Form 3 LLP within 30 days of receiving the new Certificate of Incorporation. Expert CS assistance from INR 2,499 + GST.

Your LLP name is more than a label - it is your brand, your legal identity, and how regulators, clients, and partners recognize you. Whether you are rebranding to reflect new services, resolving a name conflict, or responding to directions from the Central Government or Registrar, changing your LLP name is a structured legal process with specific forms, deadlines, and compliance steps.

Governed by Section 19 of the LLP Act 2008 and Rule 20 of the LLP Rules 2009, the process involves reserving a new name via RUN-LLP, filing Form 5 LLP with the ROC within 30 days, receiving a new Certificate of Incorporation, and updating the LLP Agreement via Supplementary Deed filed in Form 3 LLP.

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What is LLP Name Change?

LLP Name Change is the formal legal process by which a registered LLP changes its name under Section 19 of the LLP Act 2008. The new name is reserved via the RUN-LLP web form on MCA portal, and upon approval, Form 5 LLP is filed with the ROC. The Registrar issues a fresh Certificate of Incorporation in the new name.

An LLP may change its name voluntarily (rebranding, expansion, restructuring) or mandatorily when directed by the Central Government or Registrar under Section 17 if the existing name is undesirable or too similar to another entity or trademark.

External authority: LLP Act 2008 - India Code | MCA V3 Portal

Key Terms for LLP Name Change:

RUN-LLP - Reserve Unique Name web form on MCA portal. No DSC required. INR 200 non-refundable fee. Name reserved for 90 days.

Form 5 LLP - Notice for Change of Name. Filed with ROC within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval. Requires DSC + CS/CA certification.

Form 3 LLP - Supplementary Agreement filing. Filed within 30 days of new Certificate. Late fee: INR 100/day (no cap).

Certificate of Incorporation (New) - Fresh certificate issued by ROC in new name (Form 16). Name change effective from this date.

Section 19 - LLP Act 2008 provision permitting an LLP to change its name by notifying the Registrar.

LLP Act 2008 RUN-LLP + Form 5

When Can an LLP Change Its Name?

An LLP can change its name in the following situations:

Voluntary Rebranding: Partners decide to adopt a name better reflecting current activities or market identity
Change in Business Activities: LLP diversifies into new sectors or discontinues existing services
Name Conflict: Existing name identical or too similar to another entity or trademark
Direction from Central Government: Under Section 17 if name is undesirable, misleading, or similar to existing name
Direction from Registrar: ROC issues directions for name change within specified period
Trademark Alignment: Aligning LLP name with newly acquired trademark or brand identity
Post-Conversion: After conversion from Partnership/Pvt Ltd to LLP, renaming to match new structure

Naming rule: New name must end with 'Limited Liability Partnership' or 'LLP' per Section 15 and Rule 18.

Patron Accounting's LLP Name Change Services

Service	What We Do
Name Availability Check	MCA portal search and trademark conflict screening before filing RUN-LLP
RUN-LLP Filing	File RUN-LLP web form on MCA portal with partner consent documents (INR 200 fee)
Form 5 LLP Filing	Draft and file Notice for Change of Name within 30-day statutory deadline with DSC and CS/CA certification
Supplementary Agreement + Form 3 LLP	Draft Supplementary LLP Agreement with new name; execute on stamp paper; file Form 3 within 30 days of new Certificate
Post-Change Compliance	Coordinate PAN amendment, GST amendment, bank notifications, and statutory correspondence updates
Certificate Delivery	Full handholding until new Certificate of Incorporation is received and delivered

Our Process

8-Step Procedure for LLP Name Change

Under Section 19 of the LLP Act 2008. Two separate 30-day deadlines: Form 5 (after RUN-LLP approval) and Form 3 (after new Certificate). Penalty for Form 5 non-filing: INR 10,000-50,000. Form 3 late fee: INR 100/day (no cap).

Step 1

Review LLP Agreement and Decide New Name

Check LLP Agreement for name change procedure/restrictions. New name must end with 'LLP' or 'Limited Liability Partnership' (Section 15, Rule 18). Check MCA portal and trademark database for conflicts.

Agreement reviewedName decided

Name Chosen01

Step 2

Pass Partner Resolution

Hold meeting and pass resolution authorizing name change. Where LLP Agreement is silent, consent of all partners required (Section 19). Authorize Designated Partner for MCA filings.

Resolution passedDP authorised

Resolution Done02

Step 3

File RUN-LLP for Name Reservation

File RUN-LLP web form on MCA V3 Portal. Up to 2 proposed names. No DSC required. Pay INR 200 non-refundable fee. Name reserved for 90 days upon approval. Attach partner consent and LLP Agreement extract.

RUN-LLP filedName reserved 90 days

Name Reserved03

Step 4

File Form 5 LLP Within 30 Days

Within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval SRN, file Form 5 LLP on MCA V3. Enter approved RUN-LLP SRN. Attach partner consent, resolution, and Central Govt direction (if applicable). Affix DSC + CS/CA certification. Pay government fee.

Form 5 filed30-day deadline met

Form 5 Filed04

Step 5

Obtain New Certificate of Incorporation

ROC issues fresh Certificate of Incorporation (Form 16 for voluntary, Form 16A for directed change) in the new LLP name. Name change effective from this certificate date.

New COI issuedName effective

COI Received05

Step 6

Execute Supplementary LLP Agreement

Draft Supplementary Agreement reflecting new name throughout. Execute on stamp paper (INR 100 flat stamp duty). All partners sign. Notarize where required by State law.

Deed executedPartners signed

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Step 7

File Form 3 LLP Within 30 Days

File Supplementary Agreement via Form 3 LLP on MCA V3 within 30 days of new Certificate. Late filing: INR 100/day with no upper cap (Section 67).

Form 3 filedAgreement updated

Form 3 Filed07

Step 8

Post-Change Compliance Updates

Update PAN, TAN, GST registration, bank accounts, vendor/client contracts, letterheads, invoices, website. Display new name on all statutory documents per Section 21 LLP Act.

All updatedCompliance complete

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Documents Required for LLP Name Change

Document	Description
RUN-LLP Filing	Partner consent for new name, LLP Agreement extract, Trademark NOC (if applicable)
Form 5 LLP Filing	Partner consent letter, resolution, minutes, Central Govt direction (if applicable)
Form 3 LLP Filing	Supplementary LLP Agreement (stamped, signed, notarized), original LLP Agreement copy
LLPIN	LLP Identification Number (system auto-fills)
DSC of Designated Partner	For Form 5 and Form 3 filing on MCA portal
CA/CS Certification	Professional certification on Form 5 and Form 3
Trademark Certificate/NOC	If new name is based on a registered trademark (conditional)
Central Govt Direction	If name change is directed by Central Government (conditional)

Common Challenges and How We Solve Them

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
RUN-LLP rejection due to similar names	Wastes INR 200 fee and delays process	Thorough pre-filing name search on MCA portal and trademark database before submitting RUN-LLP
Missing 30-day Form 5 deadline	Fine INR 10,000-50,000 on LLP; INR 10,000-1 lakh per DP	We monitor RUN-LLP approval date and file Form 5 promptly within statutory window
Missing 30-day Form 3 deadline	INR 100/day penalty with no upper cap	We track Certificate issuance date and file Supplementary Agreement within 30 days
Overlooking post-change compliance	PAN, GST, bank updates often missed	Complete post-change compliance checklist provided and assisted

LLP Name Change Fees 2026

Fee Component	Amount
Professional Fees - Patron Accounting (end-to-end)	Starting at INR 2,499 + GST
RUN-LLP Name Reservation Fee	INR 200 (non-refundable)
Form 5 LLP Government Fee	INR 50 to INR 200 (based on LLP contribution slab)
Form 3 LLP Government Fee	INR 50 to INR 200 (based on capital contribution)
Stamp Duty on Supplementary Agreement	INR 100 flat (no capital change)
Penalty - Form 5 non-filing	INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 on LLP; INR 10,000 to INR 1 lakh per Designated Partner
Late Fee - Form 3 LLP	INR 100 per day (no upper cap - Section 67)
Patron Accounting Professional Fees	Starting from INR 2,499 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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LLP Name Change Timeline

Stage	Estimated Timeline
Name availability check	1 business day
RUN-LLP filing + MCA approval	1-3 business days
Form 5 LLP filing + ROC processing	3-7 business days
New Certificate of Incorporation issuance	7-14 business days after Form 5 approval
Supplementary Deed + Form 3 LLP filing	2-4 business days after Certificate
Total end-to-end (Patron Accounting)	15-25 business days
Statutory Deadline - Form 5	Within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval
Statutory Deadline - Form 3	Within 30 days of new Certificate

Two Critical Deadlines: (1) Form 5 LLP within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval - penalty INR 10,000 to INR 50,000. (2) Form 3 LLP within 30 days of new Certificate - penalty INR 100/day with no upper cap. Both must be tracked independently.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Professional Help for LLP Name Change?

Name Search Expertise

Pre-filing MCA portal and trademark database search to avoid costly RUN-LLP rejection (INR 200 non-refundable).

Dual Deadline Management

Two separate 30-day deadlines (Form 5 and Form 3) precisely tracked - missed deadlines carry serious penalties.

Correct Form Filing

Form 5 requires approved RUN-LLP SRN and specific attachments. Errors cause rejection and resubmission delays.

Post-Change Compliance

Full impact of name change extends to PAN, GST, banking, and contracts - nothing is missed.

Seamless Coordination

CS professionals handle the entire multi-step process from resolution to post-Certificate updates.

Pan-India Coverage

Offices in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram. Starting at INR 2,499 + GST with no hidden charges.

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DIY vs Professional LLP Name Change

Aspect	Patron Accounting	DIY (Self-Filing)
Name Availability Check	Pre-filing MCA + trademark search	Risk of filing a name that gets rejected
RUN-LLP Filing	Handled same day with all documents	Straightforward but errors delay by 90 days
Form 5 Deadline	Monitored from day of RUN approval	Easy to miss 30-day window
Form 3 Deadline	Tracked and filed within 30 days	Second deadline easy to overlook
Post-Change Compliance	Full checklist provided and assisted	Often overlooked (PAN, GST, bank)
Rejection Risk	Low - experienced in MCA requirements	High - incomplete attachments common
Total Cost	INR 2,499 + GST + Govt fees	Govt fees only (INR 200 + Form 5 + Form 3)

Related LLP Services

LLP Agreement Change - amending other clauses of your LLP Agreement
LLP Partner Change - adding or removing partners
LLP Contribution Change - revising capital contribution
LLP Registration in India - incorporating a new LLP
LLP Compliance - annual filings and secretarial services
LLP to Pvt Ltd Conversion

Legal Framework - LLP Name Change

Provision	Details
Section 19, LLP Act 2008	LLP may change its name by filing notice with Registrar. All partner consent if agreement is silent.
Rule 20, LLP Rules 2009	Governs RUN-LLP reservation and Form 5 filing process.
Section 15 + Rule 18	LLP name must end with 'LLP' or 'Limited Liability Partnership'. Restricted/prohibited words governed.
Section 17, LLP Act 2008	Central Government can direct name change if undesirable, misleading, or similar to existing entity.
Section 17(3) + Rule 19A (2022)	Failure to change within 3 months of direction: ROC allots ORDNC-prefixed name via Form 16A.
Section 21, LLP Act 2008	Display new name on all invoices, official correspondence, and publications.
Section 67, LLP Act 2008	Form 3 LLP late fee: INR 100 per day of delay with no upper cap.
Section 17/19 Penalty	Form 5 non-filing: Fine INR 10,000-50,000 on LLP; INR 10,000-1 lakh per Designated Partner.

External Authority Links: LLP Act 2008 - India Code | MCA V3 Portal

Frequently Asked Questions - LLP Name Change

Get answers about RUN-LLP, Form 5, Form 3, name reservation, deadlines, penalties, and post-change compliance.

Quick Answers

Which form for name reservation? RUN-LLP web form on MCA V3 Portal (no DSC, INR 200 fee, 90-day reservation).

Which form for name notice? Form 5 LLP - filed within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval.

Which form updates agreement? Form 3 LLP - filed within 30 days of new Certificate of Incorporation.

What confirms the name change? New Certificate of Incorporation issued by ROC (Form 16). Name effective from this date.

Two 30-Day Deadlines - Track Both to Avoid Heavy Penalties

LLP name change has two separate compliance deadlines:

Deadline 1 - Form 5: Within 30 days of RUN-LLP approval. Penalty: INR 10,000-50,000 on LLP; INR 10,000-1 lakh per Designated Partner.
Deadline 2 - Form 3: Within 30 days of new Certificate. Penalty: INR 100/day with no upper cap (Section 67).

Don't forget post-change updates: PAN, GST, bank, contracts, letterheads - all must reflect new name per Section 21.

Call +91 945 945 6700 or WhatsApp us on the day you decide - we track both deadlines.

Change Your LLP Name - Starting at INR 2,499

LLP name change is a multi-step, deadline-sensitive legal process involving name reservation, MCA form filings, ROC approvals, and post-change statutory updates. Two separate 30-day compliance windows and significant penalties make this a process that benefits from professional CS assistance.

Patron Accounting's CS team manages your LLP name change end-to-end - from pre-filing name checks and RUN-LLP reservation to Form 5 and Form 3 filings, new Certificate receipt, and post-change compliance updates. 500+ LLP matters handled.

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