How to Activate a Dormant Company — Resume Operations

How to Activate a Dormant Company — Resume Operations

Step-by-step guide for activate dormant company under the Companies Act, 2013. Covers every step from Board resolution to MCA filing to post-completion compliance. Updated for MCA V3 portal, March 2026.

Pre-Requisites

Before starting: (a) company master data on MCA V3 is correct, (b) all existing annual filings current (pending filings block new submissions), (c) DSC of signatory valid and registered on V3, (d) Board meeting convened with quorum, (e) documents and professional certifications arranged.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1 — Board Resolution: Convene Board meeting (7 days notice). Pass resolution with minutes, attendance, voting. Ensure quorum (1/3rd directors or 2, whichever higher).

Step 2 — Shareholder Approval (if required): Issue GM notice (21 clear days). Pass OR (50%+1) or SR (75%) as required. Record GM minutes.

Step 3 — Documents: Gather Board/GM resolution (certified), professional certifications, statutory declarations, form-specific attachments (PDF, max 10 MB each).

Step 4 — MCA Filing: Login V3 → Select form → Enter CIN → Verify pre-filled data → Fill details → Attach documents → Affix DSC → Pay fee → Save SRN.

Step 5 — Post-Filing: Track SRN → Respond to ROC queries (15 days) → Obtain approval → Update registers → Notify stakeholders → Reflect in annual filings.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Filing before Board resolution — always resolve FIRST, file SECOND.

2. Wrong approval sequence — check if SR needed before OR.

3. Missing deadline — 15-30 days typically. Late fees automatic.

4. Incomplete attachments — causes rejection. Use checklist.

5. Not updating registers — update within 7-15 days. ROC checks.

Timeline and Cost

Penalties for Non-Compliance