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How to Close a Company in India — Strike Off Guide 2026

Step-by-step guide to closing a Private Limited Company or LLP in India through STK-2 strike off and voluntary winding up. Documents, process and timeline.

How to Close a Private Limited Company

Two main methods: (1) Strike Off (Fast Track) under Section 248 for dormant companies, or (2) Voluntary Winding Up via NCLT for companies with assets/liabilities.

Strike Off (STK-2) — Faster and Cheaper

Eligibility

  • Not commenced business within 1 year of incorporation, OR no business for last 2 financial years
  • No pending liabilities, assets, legal proceedings
  • All ITR and GST returns must be filed

Process

  1. Board meeting — resolution to close
  2. Close all company bank accounts
  3. File all pending ITR returns
  4. Obtain NOC from banks/creditors
  5. File STK-2 form on MCA portal
  6. RoC publishes notice — 30-day objection period
  7. Strike off order issued — company dissolved

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