Name Availability & Entity Type
Validate proposed company name against MCA naming rules.
The Name Availability and Entity Type checker validates a proposed company name against MCA naming rules under the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 8 of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules before you file SPICe+ Part A. It is for founders choosing a company name. Once approved, the MCA reserves the name for 20 days.
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Quick checker for naming compliance under Companies Act 2013 (Rule 8, Companies Incorporation Rules) before filing SPICe+ Part A. The MCA reserves the name for 20 days from approval.
Naming rules under Rules 8, 8A and 8B (Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014):
- Cannot be identical / too similar to an existing company or registered LLP. Check MCA portal > Services > MCA Services > Company Services > Check Company Name.
- Cannot include: Words suggesting government patronage (Union, Federal, Republic), names of national heroes / leaders without permission, words like “British India”, “Empire”.
- Regulated words (Rule 8B): Insurance, Bank, Stock Exchange, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Mutual Fund and the like need a declaration that the requirements of the regulator (IRDAI, RBI, SEBI, MCA etc.) have been met. NBFC and microfinance names also need RBI registration for the activity.
- Section 8 companies: The name must include words such as “Foundation”, “Forum”, “Association”, “Federation”, “Chambers”, “Confederation”, “Council” or “Electoral Trust” (Rule 8).
- Distinctive element required: Generic names like “India Trading” or “National Company” are rejected.
- Number of words: Recommended 2-4 distinctive words before the suffix.
Reservation process:
- File SPICe+ Part A (Name Reservation) via MCA V3 portal.
- Up to 2 names can be proposed (1st choice and reserve).
- Fee: Rs 1,000.
- Approval typically within 1-3 working days.
- Name reserved for 20 days from approval; extendable under Rule 9A to 40 days (Rs 1,000) or 60 days (a further Rs 2,000, or Rs 3,000 paid within the first 20 days).
- Cancelled if SPICe+ Part B not filed within reservation window.
Important note: This tool provides an indicative output only. It does not factor in every special provision, surcharge, exception, or recent notification. Verify with the firm before acting on any computation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a company name reserved by MCA?
A name approved through SPICe+ Part A is reserved for 20 days from approval. Under Rule 9A of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, the reservation can be extended to 40 days on payment of ₹1,000, or to 60 days on payment of a further ₹2,000 (or ₹3,000 paid within the first 20 days). If SPICe+ Part B for incorporation is not filed within the reservation window, the name lapses. Up to two names can be proposed in one application.
Which words cannot be used in a company name?
Names identical or too similar to an existing company or LLP are not allowed, nor are words suggesting government patronage, such as Union, Federal or Republic, without approval. Under Rule 8B, words like Bank, Insurance, Mutual Fund, Stock Exchange, Venture Capital or Asset Management can be used only with a declaration that the requirements of RBI, SEBI or IRDAI have been met. Section 8 company names must include words such as Foundation, Forum, Association, Federation, Chambers, Confederation, Council or Electoral Trust.
How does the name availability checker work?
The tool screens your proposed name for common issues under Rules 8, 8A and 8B: very short names, government-suggesting words, financial keywords that need regulator approval, Section 8 indicator words and purely generic names. It also shows the suffix required for your company type. It does not search the MCA database, so run the MCA name check before filing SPICe+ Part A.
Due in the next 30 days
ROC- Form 8: LLP Statement of Account and Solvency
- AOC-4: Filing of financial statements with ROC
- MSME-1 for Apr–Sep 2026
Full compliance calendar → Statutory dates, which can be extended by notification. General information only.