The Indian government has expanded the fast track merger rules under the Companies Act,. More types of companies can now use the simplified process for mergers and demergers, as per new rules announced on September 4,.
New Delhi, 11 Sep 2025
The Indian government has expanded the fast track merger rules under the Companies Act, 2013. More types of companies can now use the simplified process for mergers and demergers, as per new rules announced on September 4, 2025.
New Company Types Added to Fast Track List
The fast track merger process was earlier only for small companies and startups. Now more company types can use it. These include companies with net worth up to Rs 50 crore or turnover up to Rs 250 crore. Companies owned by non-resident Indians can also use the fast track way now. The government made these changes to help businesses work more easily.
Benefits of Fast Track Mergers
The fast track process makes mergers and demergers quicker and simpler. Companies do not need to go to the National Company Law Tribunal. They can get approval from the Regional Director of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. This saves time and money for businesses. The new rules will help more Indian companies grow and join with other companies easily. The fast track process makes mergers and demergers quicker and simpler. Companies do not need to go to the National Company Law Tribunal. They can get approval from the Regional Director of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. This saves time and money for businesses. The new rules will help more Indian companies grow and join with other companies easily. The Companies Act, 2013 regulates the incorporation, responsibilities, governance, and dissolution of companies in the country. Section 233 of the Companies Act,…
Companies can check the new rules on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs website to see if they qualify for fast track mergers. Follow The Rising News for more verified updates.
Updated 11 Sep 2025, 19:27 IST; source: link
