Fast Track Merger

Fast track merger is a simplified merger process available for certain classes of companies under the Companies Act, allowing eligible companies to merge without going through the full NCLT scheme process.

This route is commonly used for mergers between holding companies and wholly owned subsidiaries, small companies, start-ups, and other eligible entities where the law permits a shorter approval route.

We provide end-to-end support for fast track merger matters, including eligibility assessment, scheme preparation, board and shareholder approvals, creditor approvals, ROC and Regional Director filings, compliance documentation, and post-merger implementation.

Our Fast Track Merger Services

01

Eligibility Assessment

Review of company structure, shareholding, financial position, and legal eligibility for fast track merger route.

02

Scheme Preparation

Drafting of merger scheme, explanatory statements, board notes, approval documents, and related transaction papers.

03

Board & Shareholder Approvals

Support with board meetings, shareholder approvals, consent documentation, notices, resolutions, and minutes.

04

Creditor Approval Support

Assistance in obtaining creditor consent, preparing creditor lists, notices, declarations, and supporting documents.

05

ROC & RD Filings

Support with Registrar of Companies and Regional Director filings, forms, notices, declarations, and process tracking.

06

Tax & Accounting Coordination

Review of tax, accounting, asset transfer, and financial reporting implications related to the merger scheme.

07

Compliance Documentation

Preparation of affidavits, declarations, certificates, statutory records, filings, and compliance checklists.

08

Post-Merger Implementation

Support with ROC updates, asset transfer records, accounting entries, statutory registers, and post-merger compliance actions.

Our Fast Track Merger Process

1

Structure Review

Reviewing entity structure, shareholding pattern, company status, eligibility, financials, and merger objectives.

2

Scheme & Documentation

Preparing merger scheme, approvals, declarations, consent documents, notices, and filing-ready documentation.

3

Approvals & Consents

Coordinating board approvals, shareholder consent, creditor consent, and statutory declarations.

4

ROC & RD Process

Filing required forms and documents with ROC and Regional Director and responding to observations or queries.

5

Implementation

Supporting post-approval filings, records update, asset and liability transfer, and compliance closure.

Why Fast Track Merger Matters

Provides a simplified merger route for eligible companies
Can reduce time compared to a full NCLT merger process
Helps simplify group structures and reduce compliance burden
Supports merger of holding and wholly owned subsidiary companies
Ensures proper ROC, RD, shareholder, and creditor compliance
Supports clean post-merger statutory and financial records

FAQs on Fast Track Merger

What is a fast track merger?
A fast track merger is a simplified merger process available to eligible companies under the Companies Act, allowing merger approval through a shorter route without the full NCLT scheme process.
Which companies are eligible for fast track merger?
Eligibility generally includes mergers between holding companies and wholly owned subsidiaries, small companies, start-ups, and other classes permitted under the Companies Act and applicable rules.
Is NCLT approval required for fast track merger?
Fast track merger generally follows a simplified approval route involving ROC, Regional Director, shareholders, and creditors, instead of the regular full NCLT approval process, subject to applicable law.
What documents are required for fast track merger?
Common documents include merger scheme, board resolutions, shareholder approvals, creditor consent, declarations of solvency, financial statements, statutory records, notices, and ROC or RD filings.
Why choose fast track merger?
Fast track merger can help eligible companies simplify group structures, reduce compliance burden, consolidate entities, and complete merger proceedings through a shorter and more efficient route.

Complete Your Fast Track Merger with Confidence

Get expert support for eligibility review, merger scheme preparation, shareholder and creditor approvals, ROC and RD filings, and post-merger compliance.

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