Name Availability Guidelines Services with Legal Startup India
Choosing the right name for your business is crucial, as it reflects your brand identity and determines your eligibility for registration under the Companies Act. At Legal Startup India, we simplify the process by providing comprehensive Name Availability Guidelines to help you select a legally compliant and unique name for your company or LLP.
What Are Name Availability Guidelines?
Name Availability Guidelines are the rules and criteria established by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to ensure that business names:
Are Unique: The name should not closely resemble existing companies or trademarks.
Reflect Business Activities: The name must indicate the company’s main objectives.
Comply with Legal Standards: The name should not include restricted or prohibited words.
Key Rules for Name Availability:
Uniqueness: The proposed name must be distinct and should not cause confusion with existing company names or trademarks.
Relevance: The name should reflect the company’s primary business activities.
Prohibited Words: Certain words, such as those suggesting a connection with the government or offensive terms, are restricted.
Avoid Generic Terms: Generic or descriptive names are likely to be rejected.
Trademark Check: The name should not infringe on any existing trademarks.
How Legal Startup India Assists You:
Name Research: We conduct a thorough search to ensure the availability and uniqueness of your desired name.
Compliance Check: Our experts review your proposed name against MCA guidelines and trademark databases.
Name Suggestions: If your preferred name is unavailable, we provide alternative suggestions that align with your business.
Name Reservation: Assistance in filing the RUN (Reserve Unique Name) application with the MCA.
FAQs for Name Availability Guidelines Services
Q: Why is it important to check name availability before company registration?
A: Checking name availability ensures that your desired name is unique, legally compliant, and does not infringe on trademarks.
Q: What is the RUN application?
A: RUN (Reserve Unique Name) is an online service by the MCA for reserving a company name before incorporation.
Q: Can a rejected name be re-applied?
A: Yes, a rejected name can be modified and re-submitted for approval. Our experts can help improve its chances of acceptance.
Q: How can I check if my company name is unique?
A: You can search the MCA database and trademark registry, or let Legal Startup India handle the search for you.
Q: What happens if my company name is similar to an existing trademark?
A: The application may be rejected. We recommend conducting a thorough trademark check to avoid conflicts.
Q: Are there any restricted words I cannot use in my company name?
A: Yes, words like "Government," "National," or any obscene or misleading terms are prohibited without approval.