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Change Name / Partners

An LLP's name and its partners can both change over its life, and each change has its own dedicated filing — RUN-LLP for a name change, and Form 3 and Form 4 for partner changes.

Quick answer

Changing an LLP's name starts with reserving the new name through the RUN-LLP service, followed by a supplementary LLP agreement and Form 3 to record the amendment, plus Form 5 for the name change itself once approved. Changing partners — whether adding, removing, or replacing someone — needs a supplementary agreement reflecting the new partner composition and is filed through Form 3 for the agreement change and Form 4 for the individual partner's appointment or cessation, each within 30 days of the change.

What we cover

What this service covers

Both name changes and partner changes, individually or together.

  • LLP name reservation via RUN-LLP
  • Form 5 filing for the name change approval
  • Addition of a new partner or designated partner
  • Resignation or removal of an existing partner
  • Supplementary agreement drafting for either change
  • Form 3 and Form 4 filings within the statutory window
Key components

Key components

The two distinct change types this service handles.

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LLP Name Change

Name reservation through RUN-LLP, followed by agreement amendment and ROC approval.

Adding a Partner

Consent, DPIN/DIN where needed, and supplementary agreement reflecting the new partner.

Removing a Partner

Resignation notice, settlement of contribution, and updated agreement filed with Form 4.

How we work

Our process

From initial consultation to completion.

1

Confirm the Change Type

Determine whether it's a name change, partner change, or both.

2

Reserve Name or Secure Consents

File RUN-LLP for a new name, or obtain partner consents for a partner change.

3

Draft Supplementary Agreement

Document the change as an amendment to the LLP agreement.

4

File Form 3 & Form 4/5

Notify the ROC of the agreement change and the specific partner or name update.

Why choose us

Why these changes need careful documentation

What sets our approach apart.

Partner changes affect liability and authority

An outgoing partner remains liable for obligations incurred before their resignation is filed — timely filing protects both the LLP and the departing partner.

Designated partner requirements must stay met

Every LLP needs at least two designated partners at all times — a resignation can't leave the LLP short of this minimum.

A name change affects every external record

PAN, GST, bank accounts and contracts all reference the LLP's name, so we flag what needs updating once the new name is approved.

FAQs

Change Name / Partners questions answered

What people ask before engaging us.

Once submitted through RUN-LLP, name approval is typically confirmed within a few working days, assuming the proposed name meets naming guidelines.
Yes, cessation of a partner is intimated through Form 4, and the partner remains liable for prior obligations until this filing is made.
Yes, a partner can join an LLP without an initial capital contribution if the agreement permits it, though this should be documented clearly.
An LLP must have at least two partners at all times, with at least two of them acting as designated partners.

Changing your LLP's name or partners?

We'll handle the reservation, agreement drafting and ROC filings.

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