Authorised Capital Increase
Increase your authorised capital before your funding round, with the SH-7 form filed correctly.
Room to Raise Funds and Allot Shares
4.8/5
Client rating
350+
Capital increases filed
5 to 7 Days
Typical filing time
Rs. 6,899
Total fee
Who We Help
Startups Closing a Funding Round
Companies Issuing ESOPs
Founders Converting Loans to Equity
Growing Private Limited Companies
Companies Bringing in New Investors
Why Capital Increases Get Delayed
Most delays in increasing authorised capital are avoidable. They usually come down to a few common gaps.
Board resolution not passed before filing
Altered Memorandum of Association not prepared correctly
State stamp duty not calculated in advance
Filing done at the last minute before a funding close
Elixir Filings prepares your resolutions and calculates stamp duty in advance, so this is not a bottleneck when you need it fastest.
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Why This Matters
Authorised capital headroom is often the first thing a funding round needs, and running out of it at the wrong moment can genuinely stall a deal.
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Allot shares for a funding round
You cannot issue more shares than your authorised capital allows.
Bring in a new investor smoothly
Increased headroom avoids a scramble right before closing.
Convert loans to equity
Also requires enough authorised capital to accommodate new shares.
Plan ahead of your next raise
Increasing capital before you need it avoids last minute pressure.
Why Businesses Choose Elixir Filings for Authorised Capital Increase
Any provider can file SH-7. Here is what you get when Elixir Filings handles it.
Resolutions Prepared Correctly
Board and shareholder resolutions drafted to match MCA requirements exactly.
Stamp Duty Calculated Upfront
We tell you the exact state stamp duty before you commit, not after filing.
Filed With Your Timeline in Mind
We understand this often sits on a funding round's critical path.
Pricing You See Upfront
SH-7 government fee and stamp duty shown separately from our professional fee.
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Authorised Capital Increase
Your authorised capital is the maximum share capital your company can issue, which is different from paid-up capital, the amount actually invested so far. If you need to allot more shares than your current authorised capital allows, such as when raising funding, you first need to increase it through a board resolution, an EGM and special resolution, an amendment to your Memorandum of Association, and an SH-7 filing with the MCA.
02
Authorised Capital Increase, Ready Before Your Funding Round
Process
03
Consultation
We confirm your target authorised capital and the reason for the increase.
04
Engagement
Once confirmed, we prepare the required resolutions.
05
Document Collection
We collect your board and shareholder resolutions.
06
Filing
We file Form SH-7 with the MCA and pay applicable stamp duty.
07
Confirmation
Your increased authorised capital is reflected on the MCA record.
Documents Required
- ✓Board resolution approving the increase
- ✓Shareholder resolution, if required by your Articles
- ✓Altered Memorandum of Association
- ✓Digital signature of a director
Authorised Capital Increase Fees
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Fee | Rs. 6,899, plus the SH-7 government fee based on your new capital slab and state stamp duty |
The SH-7 government fee depends on your new authorised capital amount, and stamp duty is charged separately by your state. We confirm your total cost before you file.
Authorized Capital vs Paid-Up Capital
| Authorised Capital | Paid-Up Capital | |
|---|---|---|
| What it means | The maximum shares a company can issue | The value of shares actually issued and paid for |
| Can it exceed the other | Yes, always equal to or above paid-up capital | No, can never exceed authorised capital |
| Increasing it | Needs an SH-7 filing | Happens automatically as shares are issued |
Increasing capital to bring in a new investor? Our Share Transfer service handles the ownership side once the new shares are ready to be issued or transferred.
Elixir Filings also supports authorised capital increase filings across Tamil Nadu and other states in India, with the same transparent pricing and dedicated advisor support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Elixir Filings charge to increase authorised capital?
Our professional fee is Rs. 6,899 and covers preparing your EGM notice and resolutions. The SH-7 government fee depends on your new capital slab, and state stamp duty applies separately.
What documents does Elixir Filings need for an authorised capital increase?
The board resolution approving the increase, the shareholder special resolution passed at the EGM, and the altered Memorandum of Association reflecting your new authorised capital amount.
How long does Elixir Filings take to complete an authorised capital increase?
Most increases are completed within 5 to 7 working days, once your board and shareholder resolutions are passed and the SH-7 form is filed with the MCA.
Does Elixir Filings draft the EGM notice and resolutions?
Yes, we draft the EGM notice, the special resolution, and the amended Memorandum of Association clause, so everything is ready and correctly worded before filing.
Can Elixir Filings help increase capital and issue new shares together?
Yes, once your authorised capital is increased, we can coordinate the share issuance or transfer that follows, see our Share Transfer service for that next step.
Get Capital Headroom Before You Need It
SH-7 filed correctly, stamp duty calculated upfront.
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