Revival of Struck-Off Company by NCLT
Section 252(3) Companies Act 2013 | NCLT Court Representation | Restore CIN & Bank Accounts | Form INC-28
Restore your struck-off company, unfreeze locked bank funds, recover trapped real estate, and remove director disqualifications with senior NCLT advocates and Practicing Company Secretaries. We draft and argue petitions before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) under Section 252 of the Companies Act 2013, securing court orders that restore your company as if its name had never been struck off.
When the Registrar of Companies (ROC) strikes off a company under Section 248 for non-filing of annual returns, the company's bank accounts are frozen, properties are locked, and directors are disqualified for 5 years. Under Section 252(3), any aggrieved person can appeal to the NCLT within 20 years to revive the company.
- Comprehensive NCLT petition drafting under Section 252(1) and 252(3) of Companies Act 2013
- Direct legal appearance and arguments before NCLT Benches across India
- Unfreeze locked bank accounts, fixed deposits, and recover title to trapped real estate
- Filing NCLT Order in Form INC-28 with ROC and regularizing overdue annual filings (AOC-4 & MGT-7)
Why Choose Revival of Struck-off Company (NCLT Section 252)?
Having a company struck off by the ROC traps millions in corporate bank accounts, destroys commercial properties, and disables directors' DINs nationwide. An NCLT revival order completely restores legal existence and unlocks assets.
Unfreeze Locked Bank Accounts & Fixed Deposits
Banks immediately release trapped corporate funds and allow operational access once the NCLT revival order is submitted.
Recover Ownership of Trapped Real Estate & Assets
Struck-off companies cannot sell, lease, or mortgage properties; NCLT revival restores full legal title and ownership rights.
Remove Director Disqualification & Reactivate DINs
Restore directors' DINs and remove 5-year disqualifications under Section 164(2), enabling new directorships.
Full Legal Continuity from Day 1
Under Section 252(3), the court orders that the company be deemed to have continued in existence as if its name had never been struck off.
Protect Against Third-Party Claims & Lawsuits
Revive the company to defend or pursue critical commercial litigation, trademark claims, and debt recoveries.
End-to-End Court & ROC Representation
Our corporate litigators handle NCLT hearings, ROC/Income Tax reports, and final INC-28 MCA portal restoration.
Comprehensive Revival of Struck-off Company (NCLT Section 252) Offerings
Our NCLT revival advisory covers petition drafting, court representation, and ROC filing compliance.
1. NCLT Petition Drafting & Evidence Assembly
- Drafting comprehensive Petition in Form NCLT-9 with supporting affidavit under Rule 87A
- Compiling concrete proof of active business operations at the time of striking off (bank statements, GST returns, invoices)
- Compiling proof of immovable properties, land titles, and active employee payroll records
- Serving mandatory advance copies of petition to the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and Regional Director
2. NCLT Court Hearings & Advocate Arguments
- Filing petition before designated NCLT Bench (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, etc.)
- Attending preliminary hearing, securing admission, and responding to ROC observations/reports
- Responding to Income Tax Department clearance reports and satisfying cost orders
- Securing final NCLT Order directing the Registrar of Companies to restore the company's name
3. Filing NCLT Order with ROC (Form INC-28)
- Obtaining certified true copy of the final NCLT Revival Order
- Filing e-Form INC-28 on MCA V3 portal within 30 days of the order date
- Paying nominal NCLT cost/penalty to the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund / MCA as ordered by the court
- ROC changes company status on MCA portal from 'Struck Off' back to 'Active'
4. Post-Revival Compliance & Bank Unfreezing
- Filing all pending overdue annual returns (Form AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC) for defaulted years
- Submitting NCLT order and active MCA Master Data extract to banks to unfreeze accounts
- Reactivating Director Identification Numbers (DIN) of all directors
- Resuming normal commercial operations and statutory tax filings
Step-by-Step Revival of Struck-off Company (NCLT Section 252) Execution Process
Step 1: Document Review & Evidence Assembly
Auditing past financial records, bank statements, asset deeds, and compiling active business operation proofs.
Step 2: Filing Petition in NCLT (Form NCLT-9)
Filing petition under Section 252(3) before the jurisdictional NCLT bench and serving copies to ROC and Income Tax.
Step 3: NCLT Court Hearings & ROC Report
Our advocates represent you at NCLT hearings, address ROC/IT department observations, and argue for restoration.
Step 4: NCLT Revival Order & Form INC-28 Filing
NCLT passes restoration order; we obtain certified copy and file Form INC-28 on MCA portal within 30 days.
Step 5: Status 'Active' & Bank Unfreezing
ROC restores company status to 'Active', bank accounts are unfrozen, and pending annual returns are regularized.
Documents Required for Revival of Struck-off Company (NCLT Section 252)
Business Operation Proofs (Crucial for NCLT)
- Bank Statements: Bank statements during the 2-year strike-off period showing active transactions
- GST / Sales Tax Returns: Filed GST returns, sales tax returns, or Income Tax Returns (ITR-6)
- Property Title Deeds: Registered sale deeds, lease agreements, or allotment letters of real estate owned by company
- Commercial Invoices & Contracts: Customer sales invoices, vendor purchase bills, and valid commercial contracts
NCLT Petition & Legal Dossier
- Petition Form NCLT-9: Comprehensive legal petition detailing reasons for non-filing and justification for revival
- Affidavit of Directors: Affidavit verifying petition contents on non-judicial stamp paper
- Vakalatnama / Memo of Appearance: Executed authorization authorizing our advocates to appear before NCLT
- ROC Notice Copy: Original STK-5 / STK-7 striking off notice published by the ROC
Corporate & Financial Records
- Audited Balance Sheets: Audited balance sheets prepared for all defaulted years ready for filing
- Certificate of Incorporation: Original COI and Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Director KYC: PAN, Aadhaar/Passport, and address proofs of all directors
- Income Tax Service Proof: Proof of serving advance petition copy to the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax
Why Choose Lawful Journey?
Senior CS & Advocate Leadership
Direct supervision by qualified Company Secretaries and corporate advocates with 15+ years of specialized experience in statutory compliance, certification, and corporate law.
Pre-Filing Quality Review
Structured document reviews help identify missing information, inconsistencies, and filing risks before submission to the relevant authority.
Fast-Track Turnaround
Streamlined internal workflows, digital portal filing acceleration, and dedicated case managers keeping you updated at every single milestone.
End-to-End Confidentiality
Bank-grade data confidentiality and legally binding NDAs protecting your business records, proprietary technical data, and corporate filings.
Transparent Fixed Pricing
Clear, all-inclusive professional fees without hidden charges or surprise surcharges. Complete clarity before filing begins.
Post-Approval Support
Ongoing compliance tracking, annual renewal reminders, statutory register updates, and dedicated helpline for all future legal requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Under Section 252(3) of the Companies Act 2013, an appeal can be filed before the NCLT at any time within 20 years from the date of publication of the striking-off notice in the Official Gazette.
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The NCLT orders revival if: (1) The company was carrying on business or in operation at the time of striking off, (2) The company owns valuable immovable property, intellectual property, or bank funds, or (3) It is otherwise 'just' that the company be restored to the register.
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Yes. Once the NCLT revives the company and pending annual returns (AOC-4/MGT-7) are filed, the directors' DINs are reactivated and disqualification under Section 164(2) is removed.
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Upon submitting a certified copy of the NCLT order along with the updated MCA Master Data showing 'Active' status, the bank immediately unfreezes all accounts and restores full operational access.
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The NCLT usually imposes nominal costs (typically ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 depending on default duration) payable to the Prime Minister's Relief Fund or MCA as a condition for restoration.
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