KAR SATHI · PRACTICAL GUIDE
When you register a company in India, two documents play a very important role—MOA (Memorandum of Association) and AOA (Articles of Association).
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MOA stands for Memorandum of Association. It is one of the primary documents of a company and sets out the basic framework and scope within which the company is established.
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Registered Office Clause: Mentions the State in which the company's registered office will be situated.
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For example, if you are incorporating a company for software development but expect to provide IT consulting, digital services and related technology solutions as well, the proposed objects should be drafted appropriately. This can help avoid unnecessary complications later.
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AOA stands for Articles of Association. While the MOA defines the company's broad scope, the AOA contains the rules for the company's internal management and administration.
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These documents should not be treated as mere incorporation formalities. They provide the legal and operational foundation of a company.
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During incorporation, the proposed company has to prepare and submit its constitutional documents as part of the registration process.
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Yes. A company may alter its MOA or AOA after incorporation, subject to the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and prescribed procedures.
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Review the current requirements and your supporting records carefully before taking the next step.
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