Raise Your Authorised Capital Before You Issue New Shares
Increase authorised capital for your company with SH-7 filing, shareholder resolution and MOA alteration handled by qualified CA and CS professionals.
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Increase in Authorised Share Capital at a glance
- Professional fee
- Quote on request, confirmed before you pay
- Typical timeline
- The process usually takes about a week, depending on how quickly the meetings are held and on MCA processing time.
- Who handles it
- A qualified professional from the Vibence partner network
- Documents
- Current MOA and AOA, Certificate of incorporation, Proposed new authorised capital amount and more
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Last reviewed October 2026
Authorised capital is the maximum share capital your company can issue under its memorandum of association. When you plan to bring in investors, issue shares to founders or convert loans into equity, you may first need to raise this ceiling. The increase is approved by the shareholders, the capital clause of the MOA is altered, and the change is reported to the Registrar of Companies in Form SH-7.
Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network prepare the notices, resolutions and SH-7 filing for you. They check whether your articles of association allow the increase and explain the fees and stamp duty that will apply. Stamp duty varies by state, so we confirm the amount for your registered office before filing. Once the increase is recorded, you are ready to move ahead with the share issue.
Who this is for
- Startups preparing for an investment round
- Companies issuing shares to new or existing shareholders
- Businesses converting loans or advances into equity
- Companies planning an employee stock option pool
Room to grow
Your company can issue new shares within the higher limit.
Investor readiness
An updated capital clause removes a common hurdle in funding rounds.
Clear costs
You know the ROC fee and state stamp duty before the filing.
Accurate documents
The altered MOA and resolutions match what is filed with the ROC.
What's included
- Review of the articles of association for the power to increase capital
- Drafting of the board resolution and general meeting notice
- Shareholder resolution approving the increase
- Alteration of the capital clause in the MOA
- Preparation and filing of Form SH-7 with the ROC
- Guidance on stamp duty for your state
- Updated MOA copy for your records
We confirm an itemised fixed price for your exact case before any payment.
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ROC fees depend on the amount of the increase and stamp duty varies by state; both, along with GST on professional fees, are payable in addition to our quote.
Documents you'll need
- Current MOA and AOA
- Certificate of incorporation
- Proposed new authorised capital amount
- Details of the board meeting and general meeting
- Digital signature certificate of a director
- Latest shareholding details
The process usually takes about a week, depending on how quickly the meetings are held and on MCA processing time.
ROC fees depend on the amount of the increase and stamp duty varies by state; both, along with GST on professional fees, are payable in addition to our quote.
Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network, with certification wherever the law requires it.
The process
- Plan the increaseTell us the new authorised capital you need and why.
- Board approvalThe board approves the proposal and calls a general meeting.
- Shareholder resolutionShareholders pass the resolution to increase capital and alter the MOA.
- SH-7 filingThe form is filed with the ROC along with fees and stamp duty.
- Updated recordsYou receive the filed documents and the altered MOA.
Increase in Authorised Share Capital: FAQs
What is the difference between authorised and paid-up capital?
Authorised capital is the upper limit of share capital that a company may issue under its memorandum. Paid-up capital is the amount actually issued to shareholders and paid for. A company can issue shares only up to its authorised capital, so it must increase that limit before issuing shares beyond it.
What is the time limit for filing SH-7?
Form SH-7 should generally be filed within 30 days of the shareholders' resolution approving the increase. Filing after this period attracts an additional fee that rises with the delay. Planning the meeting dates and paperwork in advance helps keep the filing within time and keeps extra costs down for the company.
How much does it cost to increase authorised capital?
The total cost has three parts: the ROC filing fee, which depends on the amount of the increase; stamp duty, which varies from state to state; and our professional fee. Because government charges can be significant for larger increases, we share an estimate for your state and amount before you proceed.
Is shareholder approval required to increase authorised capital?
Yes. The increase must be approved by the shareholders in a general meeting, usually through an ordinary resolution, provided the articles of association permit it. If the articles do not contain this power, they may need to be altered first through a special resolution. We check your articles before drafting the resolutions.
Can I issue shares immediately after the increase?
Once the increase is approved and filed, you can proceed with issuing shares through the route that suits you, such as a rights issue or private placement. Each route has its own approvals and filings. The increase in authorised capital is only the first step and does not itself allot any shares.
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