Revival of Struck-Off Companies Under Section 252
A company struck off the register isn’t necessarily gone for good. Section 252 of the Companies Act lets you petition the NCLT for restoration — we prepare the filings and represent the case through to the order.
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Restoring legal status after the ROC strikes a company off
When the Registrar of Companies strikes a company off — usually for not filing annual returns or showing no activity — the company loses its legal standing. Section 252 of the Companies Act, 2013 lets the company, its directors, or affected creditors petition the National Company Law Tribunal to have it restored.
The petition needs to be filed within the time limit the law allows, with supporting financials and a clear account of why the company should be reinstated. If the NCLT is satisfied, it orders the ROC to restore the company to the register.
- Protect assets from being liquidated or transferred
- Resume business operations under the same entity
- Settle non-compliance and avoid further penalties
- Safeguard trademarks, patents and other IP held by the company
The company, its directors, or affected parties
The most common petitioner
The company itself or its directors can petition to reverse a strike-off, provided the filing falls within the time limit the law sets.
Where dues are outstanding
Creditors owed money by the struck-off company can petition for restoration, subject to the NCLT’s discretion.
Members and interested parties
Shareholders or other parties with a legitimate interest in the company’s revival can also approach the NCLT.
From strike-off review to ROC restoration
Reason assessment
We identify why the ROC struck the company off, so the petition addresses it directly.
Financials and pending filings
Audited financial statements and any overdue annual returns, compiled and brought current.
Board resolution
Authorising the filing of the NCLT petition and naming who will represent the company.
NCLT petition drafting
The Form NCLT-9 petition, with company details, reasons for non-compliance, and the restoration request.
Filing and hearing support
Submission to the NCLT, the required public notice, and representation at the hearing.
ROC restoration filing
Once the NCLT orders restoration, we file the order with the ROC to complete the process.
Documents you’ll need
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Questions companies ask first.
Can a company struck off for inactivity be revived?
Yes, provided the petition is filed within the time limit the law allows and the NCLT is satisfied with the reasons presented. We assess your specific case before filing.
What documents does the NCLT petition need?
Typically a board resolution, audited financial statements, an affidavit and indemnity bond from directors, the draft petition itself, and proof of the public notice the NCLT directs you to publish.
What happens if the revival petition is rejected?
The company remains struck off, and its assets may be liquidated. Stakeholders would then need to look at other legal remedies available to them. We prepare the petition carefully to give it the best chance of succeeding the first time.
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