Supplimenatary deed to partnership

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Sumit Ramesh Bhalerao (Querist)
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18 February 2016 Is it required to submit supplimentary deed to partnership with registrar As deed is executed to add some clauses in original deed

KAVIRAJA ADDANGADI

KAVIRAJA ADDANGADI (Expert)
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18 February 2016 yes ,you have to draft modification of Deed referring Original Deed.

Sumit Ramesh Bhalerao

Sumit Ramesh Bhalerao (Querist)
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17 March 2016 but is it necessary to file the same with registrar as there is no option available online to do modifications

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma (Expert)
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26 July 2025 You're referring to a **Supplementary Deed to a Partnership Deed** (not LLP), executed to **add or modify certain clauses** in the original agreement.

Let’s clarify your queries in detail:

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## ✅ Is it mandatory to file the Supplementary Deed with Registrar of Firms?

### 🔹 **If the partnership is a *registered firm*** under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932:

Yes, **you are required to notify** the Registrar of Firms (RoF) of **any change** in the partnership deed **if the firm is registered**.

**Section 63 of the Partnership Act, 1932** mandates that:

> "When a change occurs in the constitution of a registered firm or in the name or principal place of business of a registered firm, such change shall be recorded by filing an intimation with the Registrar."

So, even if you are **not adding/removing partners**, but **altering key terms** (profit-sharing ratio, capital, duration, etc.), you should **file the supplementary deed** to ensure the records are up to date.

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## ❌ If the firm is **unregistered**:

* There’s **no statutory obligation** to submit the deed.
* But you should still **maintain it in your internal records** for legal and tax purposes.

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## 🔧 No online filing option? Here's why:

* Many states in India **still accept physical submissions** for partnership firm changes.
* Unlike LLPs (which are governed by MCA and have e-filing), **traditional partnerships** fall under **state-specific Registrar of Firms**, and digital services **vary widely by state**.

You should:

1. Visit the **Registrar of Firms office** or check the **state government website**.
2. File:

* Form **C** (Change in constitution),
* A copy of the **Supplementary Partnership Deed**,
* An affidavit (in some states),
* Fees (nominal).

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## 📄 Sample Changes You Might Add in a Supplementary Deed:

* Change in profit-sharing ratio
* Introduction of interest on capital/salary
* Amendment to business scope
* Extension of partnership term
* Capital contribution updates

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## 📝 Recommendation:

Even if the system doesn't allow online filing, **submit the supplementary deed physically** at the Registrar of Firms office to keep the registration updated and avoid future disputes or legal challenges.

Let me know your state (e.g., Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu), and I can guide you with exact forms/process and provide a draft covering letter or form as well.

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