LLP Form No. 5: Complete Guide to Notice for Change of Name of an LLP
LLP Form No. 5 is the web form used by an existing LLP to file an application for change of name with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). Before filing Form 5, the LLP is required to have a name reserved through the RUN-LLP service.
Who Should File LLP Form No. 5 / When is it Filed
Any existing LLP wishing to change its name must first reserve the new name via RUN-LLP, then file LLP Form No. 5 within 30 days from the date on which the consent of partners was taken under sub-rule (1) of Rule 20.
Important Checkpoints Before Filing
- Applicant must be registered on the MCA portal before filing
- A name must already be reserved through RUN-LLP before filing Form 5
- The basis for change of name (field 4 — ‘Whether change in name is’) determines which supporting attachment is required: based on the LLP agreement’s procedure, with consent of all partners, or pursuant to a direction received
Step-by-Step Filing Process
- Reserve the new name via RUN-LLP
- Access the MCA portal and login with valid credentials
- Access LLP Form No. 5
- Select the basis for the change of name and fill up the application
- Submit the webform and note the SRN
- Affix the DSC
- Upload the DSC-affixed PDF on MCA portal
- Pay Fees
Mandatory Attachments
- Attachments are accepted in PDF or JPG/JPEG format, up to 2MB each
- Consent of Partners — mandatory if ‘With consent of all partners’ is selected in field 4
- Copy of the minutes of decision/resolution/consent of partners — mandatory if ‘Based on the procedure laid down in the LLP agreement’ is selected in field 4
- Copy of the direction received — mandatory if the change of name is pursuant to a direction
- Up to five optional attachments for any additional information
Signing Requirements
- Digitally signed by a Designated Partner of the LLP, using a valid DIN/DPIN
- Certification by a Chartered Accountant (in whole-time practice), Cost Accountant (in whole-time practice), or Company Secretary (in whole-time practice), who digitally signs the webform and provides their membership number or certificate of practice number
Fee Structure
Normal Fee
| Contribution Amount (INR) | Normal Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Up to 1,00,000 | 50 |
| More than 1,00,000 up to 5,00,000 | 100 |
| More than 5,00,000 up to 10,00,000 | 150 |
| More than 10,00,000 | 200 |
| More than 25,00,000 up to 1,00,00,000 | 400 |
| More than 1,00,00,000 | 600 |
Additional (Delay) Fee — Event date: date consent of partners was taken under Rule 20(1); time limit: 30 days
| Period of Delay | Small LLPs | Other than Small LLPs |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 15 days | 1× normal fee | 1× normal fee |
| More than 15 up to 30 days | 2× normal fee | 4× normal fee |
| More than 30 up to 60 days | 4× normal fee | 8× normal fee |
| More than 60 up to 90 days | 6× normal fee | 12× normal fee |
| More than 90 up to 180 days | 10× normal fee | 20× normal fee |
| More than 180 up to 360 days | 15× normal fee | 30× normal fee |
| Beyond 360 days | 25× normal fee | 50× normal fee |
Processing Mode
LLP Form No. 5 is processed in Non-STP mode.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What must be done before filing LLP Form No. 5? The LLP must reserve its new name via RUN-LLP.
Q2. What is the filing deadline? Within 30 days from the date the consent of partners was taken under Rule 20(1).
Q3. What attachment is required depends on what? The basis selected for the change of name in field 4 — LLP agreement procedure, partner consent, or a direction received.
Q4. Who must certify LLP Form No. 5? A Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, or Company Secretary in whole-time practice.
Q5. Is LLP Form No. 5 processed automatically? No — it is processed in Non-STP mode.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the official Instruction Kit published by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the content is intended for general guidance purposes only. MCA forms, rules, and fee structures are subject to change through amendments to the LLP Act, 2008 or notifications issued thereunder.
In case of any inconsistency or doubt, readers are advised to refer to the official MCA helpkit and resources available on MCA website.