Eligibility and Consent

• The individual must be legally competent to become a partner under Indian contract law
  
• The proposed partner must obtain a valid Designated Partner Identification Number (DPIN)
  
• A valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is required for filing purposes
  
• Consent of the incoming partner must be documented in writing
  
• The existing partners must approve the admission through a resolution or mutual consent
  

Amendment of LLP Agreement

• The LLP Agreement must be amended to reflect the addition of the new partner
  
• The amendment should include details like name, contribution, profit-sharing ratio, and role
  
• The modified agreement must be signed by all existing and incoming partners
  
• It should specify whether the new partner will be designated or ordinary
  
• Any changes to management or contribution must also be recorded
  

Filing with the Registrar of Companies (RoC)

• File Form 4 on the MCA portal within 30 days of admission of the new partner
  
• Attach the consent letter, DPIN details, and the resolution approving admission
  
• If the new partner is also a designated partner, submit his/her consent in Form 9
  
• Along with Form 4, file Form 3 to report changes in the LLP Agreement
  
• Both forms must be signed using the DSC of a designated partner
  

Registrar Approval and Update

• The Registrar reviews the forms and attached documents for accuracy and completeness
  
• If all conditions are met, the RoC updates the LLP’s official records
  
• The MCA portal reflects the revised list of partners upon approval
  
• The LLP must retain updated internal records for compliance and audit purposes
  
• No separate certificate is issued, but status can be verified through the MCA website
  

Post-Addition Compliance

• Inform the bank and other stakeholders of the change in the LLP structure
  
• Update the new partner’s name in statutory records and correspondence
  
• Recalculate and document the profit-sharing ratio and capital contributions
  
• Ensure the new partner is aware of duties, liabilities, and rights under the LLP Act
  
• Maintain a signed copy of the revised LLP Agreement for future reference