MCA Portal
– What is MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs)?
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is the governing body for corporate regulation in India. It oversees company and LLP registration, compliance, and closures through its online portal:
– Why Use MCA for Entity Status Checks
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Verify legal existence of a company or LLP
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Check for strike-off, liquidation, or compliance history
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Access official and up-to-date government records
Understanding Different Company and LLP Statuses
– Active vs Dormant vs Under Liquidation
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Active: Fully operational and compliant
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Dormant: Registered but not currently operational
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Under Liquidation: In process of winding up
– Strike Off Status
Indicates that the Registrar of Companies (ROC) has removed the entity from its register, either voluntarily or by order.
– Registered vs Closed LLPs
Registered LLPs are operational; closed ones show a status such as “Struck Off” or “Dissolved”.
How to Check Company Registration Status on MCA
– Step-by-Step Portal Navigation
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Go to www.mca.gov.in
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Click on “MCA Services” → “Master Data”
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Select “View Company Master Data”
– Using CIN (Corporate Identification Number)
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Enter the 21-digit CIN
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Enter the captcha code
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Click “Submit”
– Search by Company Name
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Use “Search Company” to find CIN by name
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Narrow search using state or ROC details
How to Verify LLP Registration Status
– Locating LLPIN (LLP Identification Number)
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LLPIN is a unique 7-digit alphanumeric code for LLPs
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Use “Search LLP” to find this code by name
– Checking Incorporation Details
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Use “View LLP Master Data”
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Enter LLPIN and captcha
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Access registration date, status, and compliance
Steps to Check Company Closure Status
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Navigate to “Company Master Data”
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Look for “Status” field: will show “Strike Off”, “Under Process of Striking Off”, etc.
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View last filing dates for Forms AOC-4, MGT-7
How to Check LLP Closure Status
– Search for LLP Form 24 Submission
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If LLP has filed Form 24, it may be closing voluntarily
– Check for ‘Defunct’ or ‘Dissolved’ Status
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Status in Master Data shows if LLP has been dissolved
– Status as per LLP Master Data
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Includes incorporation date, closure request (if any), and last filing
Required Information for Status Search
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CIN or LLPIN
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Entity name (as per MCA records)
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State and date of incorporation (optional, for narrowing)
How to Use MCA’s ‘View Company/LLP Master Data’ Tool
– Accessing the Tool
Go to “MCA Services” > “Master Data” > Select either “Company” or “LLP”
– Key Fields in Master Data
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Registration date
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Company status
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Class and type of company
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Last AGM and annual filings
– What Each Status Means
| Status | Meaning |
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| Active | Company/LLP is operational |
| Strike Off | Legally removed from registry |
| Under Process | Closure or compliance action pending |
| Dormant | Registered but inactive by declaration |
Using the MCA Public Documents Section
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Go to “MCA Services” > “Document Related Services” > “View Public Documents”
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Login/Signup required
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Pay ₹100 per company to access uploaded ROC documents
How to Read MCA Status Terminologies
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“Strike Off”: Closure completed or initiated
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“Under Process”: Awaiting approval of closure forms
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“Not Available for e-filing”: De-registered or liquidated
When to Use MCA Status Check
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Before investing or acquiring a company
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While preparing due diligence reports
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For vendor or partner verification
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Legal and audit assessments
Common Errors While Checking Status
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Incorrect CIN/LLPIN input
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Typo in company name
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Outdated cached data—always refresh the search page
Tips for Accurate MCA Searches
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Use full legal entity name (e.g., Pvt Ltd, LLP)
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Double-check CIN/LLPIN from PAN, GST or ROC filings
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Avoid common spelling mistakes or abbreviations
FAQs on Checking Company/LLP Status via MCA
– Can I check a company’s status without knowing the CIN?
Yes, use “Search Company” by name to find CIN.
– Is LLPIN the same as CIN?
No. LLPIN is for LLPs; CIN is for companies.
– Can I access previous filings through MCA?
Yes, via the “View Public Documents” service.
– What does ‘Strike Off’ mean?
It means the entity has been legally closed by ROC.
– Are MCA records updated in real-time?
Yes, but processing of filings can take a few days.
– Is it free to check status on MCA portal?
Yes. Only document downloads incur charges.
Conclusion: Staying Informed via MCA Portal
Regularly checking your company Registration or LLP status ensures that your entity remains compliant, visible, and in good legal standing. The MCA portal offers a reliable and user-friendly way to verify registration, check closure progress, and access public documents. Stay vigilant, stay compliant.
