Dormant Status Filing Services in India

A company that has paused its operations can apply for Dormant Status Filing to legally remain inactive while maintaining its corporate identity. Under Section 455 of the Companies Act, 2013, companies that are not carrying out significant financial transactions can file for dormant status with the Registrar of Companies (ROC).
This helps businesses stay compliant, reduce compliance costs, and preserve their company name for future use.

Why Companies Choose Dormant Status Filing

Businesses opt for dormant status for many practical reasons. Some of the most common include:

• Temporary suspension of operations due to market challenges

• Preserving the company name for future projects

• Avoiding penalties for not filing annual returns or financial statements

• Reducing operating and compliance costs

• Strategic planning, especially for startups awaiting funding

Eligibility Criteria for Dormant Status Filing

A company is eligible for dormant status when:

• It has no significant accounting transactions in the last financial year

• It has no outstanding loans, except minimal statutory expenses

• It is not undergoing legal proceedings

• It has no public deposits or secured borrowings

• It is not listed on a stock exchange

Situations Where Dormant Status Filing Is Used

Many companies use dormant status strategically, such as:

✔️ Startups

Waiting for product development, funding, or market conditions.

✔️ Subsidiaries

Formed for future expansion but currently inactive.

✔️ Companies Under Restructuring

Temporarily pausing operations during mergers or reorganizations.

✔️ Inactive Private Limited Companies

That wish to avoid heavy annual compliance penalties.

Our Services

1. Eligibility Assessment & Advisory

• Review of accounting and compliance records

• Confirmation of eligibility under Section 455

• Advisory on minimum ongoing compliance

2. Filing of Form MSC-1 with ROC

• Preparation of board resolution & declarations

• Filing Form MSC-1 with ROC

• Tracking approval and responding to queries

3. Minimal Compliance Support After Dormant Approval

• Annual filing guidance using Form MSC-3

• Advisory on maintaining dormant status

• Support for reactivation using Form MSC-4 & MSC-5

Documents Required for Filing

• Board resolution approving application

• Certificate of no significant transactions

• Statement of assets and liabilities

• Identity & address proof of directors

• Updated financial statements

• Director’s declaration confirming eligibility

Why Choose India Stat Filing

• Expert CA & CS team with deep knowledge of ROC procedures

• End-to-end Dormant Status Filing through a transparent process

• Accurate preparation of MSC-1 documents

• Quick and professional ROC coordination

• Compliance support for all dormant companies

• Affordable for startups, SMEs, and holding companies

Our Commitment

At India Stat Filing, we ensure your Filing is completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013.
Our experienced CA & CS-backed team manages eligibility checks, MSC-1 preparation, ROC communication, and annual dormant compliance—so your company stays legally protected without operational activity.

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