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OPC Closure (Strike-Off)

  • Formally ends the legal existence of the entity, releasing the sole member from all future statutory obligations.
  • Removes the recurring expenses of annual audits, mandatory filings, and professional compliance fees.
  • Halts the accumulation of heavy daily fines (₹100/day) for non-filing, which can otherwise grow indefinitely.
  • Prevents the sole director from being disqualified under Section 164 of the Companies Act, ensuring they remain eligible for other ventures.
  • Provides a much faster and less expensive route via STK-2 compared to the traditional, court-driven winding-up process.
  • Enables the formal surrender of GST, PAN, and TAN, ensuring no future tax notices are served to the member.
  • Ensures that all liabilities are officially settled, providing a clear "Zero Debt" certificate for the individual promoter.
  • Closing a business through the proper legal channel maintains the promoter's reputation with banks and regulators.

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Overview

The Closure of a One Person Company (OPC) is governed by the "Fast Track Exit" (FTE) scheme under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013. The "trigger" for this compliance occurs when the OPC has not commenced business within one year of incorporation or has not carried out any business operations for the two immediately preceding financial years.

In the 2026 MCA V3 regulatory ecosystem, the application is filed using e-Form STK-2. For an OPC, the process is uniquely streamlined since there is only one member and one nominee involved. However, the legal prerequisite remains absolute: the OPC must have Nil assets and Nil liabilities on the date of application. This means the sole member must personally ensure all creditors are paid and the corporate bank account is closed before filing.

For the FY 2025–26 cycle, the MCA requires a Statement of Accounts certified by a
Chartered Accountant, which must be dated within 30 days of the filing. Despite being a "One Person" entity, the Audit Trail (Edit Log) requirements apply if digital books were maintained; the final entries used to zero out the balance sheet must be captured in the unalterable log. Once the ROC is satisfied, they will publish a public notice before officially striking the name from the register.

Document Required

Documents
  • 1 Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card of the OPC.
  • 2 Aadhaar Card of the Sole Member/Director.
  • 3 PAN Card of the Sole Member/Director.
  • 4 Statement of Accounts (showing Nil assets/liabilities) certified by a CA.
  • 5 Indemnity Bond (Form STK-3) notarized by the sole director.
  • 6 Affidavit (Form STK-4) by the director confirming no pending litigations.
  • 7 Bank Account Closure Certificate issued by the bank.
  • 8 Copy of the Latest ITR acknowledgement filed by the OPC.
  • 9 Copy of Board Resolution signed by the sole director.

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Pre-Event Procedures

Step Name Short Description Authority
Asset/Debt Clearing Liquidating any remaining assets and paying off all outstanding debts. Sole Director
Bank Closure Closing the current account and obtaining a "No Dues" certificate. Bank Manager
Board Resolution The sole director records a resolution in the minute book for closure. The sole director records a resolution in the minute book for closure.
Nominee Consent Obtaining a simple written acknowledgement from the nominee. Nominee

Filing Requirements

Form Name Trigger/Description Countdown Deadline
MGT-14 Not applicable for most OPC closures (unless specific AoA rules apply). N/A
STK-2 The main application for removing the OPC's name from the register. 30 Days from Stmt. of Accounts
IT Intimation Formally notifying the Income Tax ward about the company's strike-off. Post-STK-2 Filing

Penalty and Non-compliance Risk

Penalty and Non-compliance Risk

Rejection of STK-2 for failing to file pending returns for active years
Disqualification of the Director for a period of 5 years
Disqualification of the Director for a period of 5 years
Monetary penalties for providing false information in the Affidavit
Inability to incorporate any new company or OPC in the future
Continued accumulation of filing fees if the entity is left "dormant" without filing STK-2
Investigation by the ROC if the CA-certified statement is found to be inaccurate

FAQs

Can I close my OPC if I have a bank loan?

No, all bank loans and liabilities must be fully repaid and a "No Dues" certificate obtained before filing.

What happens to the Nominee after closure?
Do I need to file annual returns before closing?
Is a Special Resolution required?
What is Form STK-2?
Can I close my OPC immediately after starting?
What is the "Audit Trail" requirement for 2026?
How long does the ROC take to close the company?
Can I use the company name for a new business?
10. Do I need a CA for OPC closure?

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