Change of Name
of LLP —
All 3 Forms
Change your LLP's legal name on MCA — voluntary rebrand via RUN-LLP and Form 5, or directed name change via Form 23. CA/CS-managed end-to-end: name availability check, partner consent, LLP Agreement amendment, and MCA filing.
Why LLPs Change Their Name & What the Law Says
An LLP's name is part of its legal identity — it appears on the LLP Agreement, all MCA filings, PAN, GST registration, bank accounts, and contracts. LLPs change their names for the same reasons as companies: a business rebrand, a change in partners, expansion into new areas, a merger with another firm, or removal of a departing partner's name from the LLP name.
Under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 and the LLP Rules, 2009, an LLP can change its name through the consent of its partners — followed by a name reservation check (RUN-LLP) and filing of Form 5 (Notice of Change of Name) with the Registrar of LLPs. If the Central Government finds that an LLP's name is undesirable or identical to an existing name, it can direct the LLP to change its name — which is handled through Form 23. After the name change, the LLP's LLPIN, PAN, and GSTIN remain unchanged — only the name changes.
LLP Name Change vs Company Name Change — Key Difference
Unlike company name changes (which require a special resolution by shareholders and filing of INC-24), LLP name changes are governed by LLP-specific rules and forms. The LLP Act does not require a "special resolution" concept — instead, partner consent (as defined in the LLP Agreement) is required. The filing forms are entirely different — RUN-LLP (not RUN), Form 5 (not INC-24), and Form 23 (specific to LLPs directed to change name). TaxClue handles both company and LLP name changes.
RUN-LLP, Form 5 & Form 23 — What Each Does
RUN-LLP — Reserve Unique Name (LLP)
RUN-LLP is the LLP equivalent of RUN (used for companies). It is a name availability application filed on MCA V3 to check whether the proposed new LLP name is available and meets MCA's name criteria. Upon approval, the name is reserved for a specific period within which Form 5 must be filed. Approval takes 1–3 working days. Name is reserved for 90 days. Government fee: ₹200 per application.
Form 5 — Notice of Change of LLP Name
Form 5 is filed under Rule 19 of the LLP Rules, 2009 — it is the formal notice to the Registrar of LLPs that the LLP has changed its name. Filed after RUN-LLP approval and after partners have passed a resolution. Must be filed within 60 days of the partners' resolution. Late fee: ₹100/day after 60-day deadline. The LLP Agreement must be amended before filing Form 5.
Form 23 — Application for Direction to Change Name
Form 23 is used when the Central Government issues a direction to an LLP to change its name under Section 18(3) of the LLP Act. This happens when MCA determines that the name is identical or too similar to another registered entity, is a registered trademark, or is otherwise undesirable. The LLP must comply within 3 months. Failure makes the LLP and every designated partner personally liable to a fine of ₹10,000 with a further fine of ₹1,000 per day.
| Aspect | RUN-LLP | Form 5 | Form 23 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Reserve proposed new LLP name | File voluntary name change notice | Comply with directed name change |
| Who Initiates | LLP / Partners | LLP / Partners | Central Government |
| Prerequisite | — | RUN-LLP must be approved first | RUN-LLP + Direction letter |
| Deadline | File before Form 5 | Within 60 days of resolution | Within 3 months of CG direction |
| Late Fee | N/A | ₹100/day after 60 days | ₹10,000 + ₹1,000/day continuing |
| Partner Resolution | Not required | Required before Form 5 | Required before Form 23 |
| LLP Agreement | Not required | Required — name clause updated | Required — name clause updated |
| Outcome | Name reserved for 90 days | New CoI with new LLP name | New CoI with new LLP name |
What Makes a Valid LLP Name — and What Gets Rejected
The proposed new LLP name must satisfy MCA's name criteria before RUN-LLP is approved. Understanding these upfront prevents wasted applications and delays.
✅ Name Must
- ✓End with "LLP" or "Limited Liability Partnership" — mandatory suffix
- ✓Be unique — not identical or deceptively similar to any existing company or LLP registered in India
- ✓Have a distinctive element — generic names like "Consulting LLP" without a unique first word are rejected
- ✓Not be a registered trademark of another entity — TM search recommended before RUN-LLP application
❌ Name Cannot
- ✗Include words implying government connection — "National", "Government", "Municipal", "Federal" without approval
- ✗Be identical or phonetically similar to an existing LLP — e.g. "Infosys LLP" when "Infosys Technologies LLP" exists
- ✗Start with a numeral as the first word — e.g. "3M Consulting LLP" is not permitted
- ✗Include words like "Insurance", "Bank", "Stock Exchange", "SEBI", "RBI" without prior regulatory approval
TaxClue Pre-Screens Every Name Before Filing RUN-LLP. We search the MCA LLP database, MCA company database, trademark registry, and restricted word list before filing RUN-LLP — preventing costly rejections. We suggest multiple name options ranked by approval probability.
How TaxClue Handles LLP Name Change End-to-End
For Voluntary Name Change — RUN-LLP + Form 5
Name Shortlisting & Availability Check
TaxClue searches MCA's LLP and company name databases, trademark registry, and restricted word list for your proposed new name. We provide a shortlist of 2–3 names ranked by availability likelihood, so you choose one with confidence before any application is filed.
File RUN-LLP — Reserve the Proposed Name
RUN-LLP is filed on MCA V3 with the chosen proposed name and the reason for the change. MCA reviews and approves (or rejects) within 1–3 working days. On approval, the name is reserved for 90 days. Form 5 must be filed within this window — TaxClue tracks the expiry date and ensures timely filing.
Obtain Partner Consent / Pass Resolution
All designated partners (and other partners as required under the LLP Agreement) pass a written consent or resolution approving the name change. TaxClue drafts the partner resolution in the correct format, specifying the current name, the approved new name, the RUN-LLP SRN, and the effective date of the change.
Amend the LLP Agreement — Update Name Clause
The LLP Agreement is amended by supplementary deed to update the LLP's name in the name clause. TaxClue's CS drafts the supplementary LLP Agreement, which is executed on stamp paper of the appropriate value for your state and signed by all designated partners. This amended agreement is a mandatory attachment to Form 5.
File Form 5 — Within 60 Days of Partner Resolution
Form 5 (Notice of Change of Name of LLP) is filed on MCA V3 within 60 days of the partners' resolution. Attachments include: partner resolution / consent, amended LLP Agreement (supplementary deed), and the RUN-LLP approval SRN. Signed with the DSC of the designated partner. TaxClue files within 2–3 working days of document completion.
Registrar Issues New Certificate of Incorporation
The Registrar of LLPs reviews Form 5 and — if satisfied — issues a new Certificate of Incorporation for the LLP reflecting the changed name. This typically takes 7–15 working days after Form 5 is accepted. TaxClue delivers the new certificate and provides a post-change checklist covering PAN name change, GST amendment, bank notification, and contract updates.
Post-Change Updates — PAN, GST, Bank & Partners
After the new Certificate of Incorporation is received, TaxClue assists with: PAN name change request (LLPIN and PAN number unchanged — only name updated), GST registration amendment (GSTIN unchanged — trade name and legal name updated), bank account name change notification, and updating any licences, contracts, or regulatory registrations to the new LLP name.
Documents Checklist — LLP Name Change
RUN-LLP Approval SRN
Name reservation confirmation from MCA
Partner Resolution
Written consent of all designated partners for name change
Amended LLP Agreement
Supplementary deed with new name clause, signed on stamp paper
Current CoI
Current Certificate of Incorporation of the LLP (existing)
DSC of Designated Partner
DSC of the designated partner filing Form 5 / Form 23
DPIN & KYC Details
DPIN and KYC details of all designated partners (if updating simultaneously)
CG Direction Letter
Copy of Central Government direction letter under Section 18(3) LLP Act
Acknowledgement of Receipt
Acknowledgement of receipt of direction (letter/email from MCA/Registrar)
New Name Clearance
Confirmation that new name avoids the issue cited in the direction (trademark clearance / similarity check)
What Gets Changed After New CoI
LLP Name Change — Common Questions
LLP Name Change — RUN-LLP, Form 5 & Form 23
TaxClue handles the complete LLP name change — name availability check, RUN-LLP, partner resolution, supplementary LLP Agreement, Form 5 or Form 23 filing, and all post-change updates (PAN, GST, bank, licences).
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