The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced significant amendments in 2023, primarily focusing on the upgradation of e-forms to align with the V3 portal. These changes affect several key forms, including SPICe+ Part A and B, INC-3, INC-4, INC-13, INC-31, INC-33, INC-34, INC-9, AGILE PRO-S, and URC-1. Notably, the introduction of NIC codes for business activities, simplified nomination processes, and the incorporation of e-MOA/e-AOA are among the key updates. Many attachment requirements have been removed, with information now captured in machine-readable formats or integrated directly into the forms.
MCA Notification dated 21.01.2022 contains a list of notifications issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs during 2023 for making amendments to the provision of the Companies Act 2013 and Rules made thereunder.
Amendment to Companies (Incorporation) Rule, 2014
The following forms are c
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FAQ :
The main MCA amendments in 2023 focus on upgrading e-forms to be compatible with the V3 portal, impacting forms like SPICe+, INC series, URC-1, and AGILE PRO-S.
The updated forms include SPICe+ PART A, SPICe+ PART B, INC-3, INC-4, INC-13, INC-31, INC-33, INC-34, INC-9, AGILE PRO-S, and URC-1.
SPICe+ Part A now includes the introduction of NIC codes 2008, allowing for the selection of up to 3 business activities with a 5-digit code.
For One Person Companies (OPCs), the nomination process has been simplified. The nominated person's details are now included in the MOA and filed via E Form INC-32 (SPICe+) along with their consent, replacing the previous Form INC-3.
Yes, several attachment requirements have been omitted or moved. For instance, INC-14 and INC-15 attachments are no longer required, and information previously submitted as attachments in forms like URC-1 and INC-9 is now captured directly within the forms or in a machine-readable format.
AGILE PRO-S is now mandatory for all companies, indicating its increased importance in the registration process following the MCA amendments.