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What are the naming guidelines for an LLP?

Basic Structure of the Name

  • The name of an LLP must end with “Limited Liability Partnership” or “LLP”
  • It must include a prefix or descriptive term that reflects the business activity
  • The proposed name should be distinct and meaningful in context
  • Generic names without any distinctiveness may be rejected
  • The name must follow the structure: Unique Name + Business Activity + LLP

Uniqueness and Distinctiveness

  • The name must not be identical or too closely resembling an existing LLP, company, or registered trademark
  • It must not create confusion with any active or dissolved business entity
  • Using plurals, punctuation, or slight variations will not be accepted for differentiation
  • Avoid names that imply association with government or international bodies
  • Use of coined or invented words should be properly justified

Restricted and Prohibited Words

  • Names implying government patronage, like “National”, “Republic”, or “State”, require special approval
  • Words like “Bank”, “Insurance”, “Venture Capital”, or “Mutual Fund” need approval from sectoral regulators
  • Use of words such as “Board”, “Authority”, “Commission”, “Undertaking” is not permitted without justification
  • Religious names or names indicating professionally regulated fields may need relevant permissions
  • Offensive, obscene, or misleading words are strictly prohibited

Use of Trademarks and Brand Names

  • If the proposed name contains a registered trademark, the applicant must provide consent from the trademark owner
  • Use of a well-known brand name without authorization will result in rejection
  • Names matching existing trademarks are not allowed unless supporting legal documents are provided
  • The MCA verifies trademark databases before approving such names
  • Proper documentation must be submitted along with the name reservation form

Language, Symbols, and Spelling

  • The name should be in English or Hindi, or use phonetic equivalents of Indian languages in English script
  • Use of special characters, symbols, and punctuation marks is not allowed
  • Only standard abbreviations witha  clear meaning may be used
  • Names must not have intentional misspellings or creative alterations that obscure pronunciation
  • Consistency in spelling, grammar, and clarity is essential for approval

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