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How is share capital infused into a subsidiary?

Board Resolution and Share Allotment

  • The process begins with a board meeting where directors pass a resolution to issue shares.
  • The resolution specifies the number, type, and value of shares to be allotted.
  • The parent company agrees to subscribe to the proposed share capital.
  • A Share Subscription Agreement may be executed if required.
  • Allotment of shares must be completed within 60 days of receiving funds.

Remittance of Funds

  • The parent company remits funds to the subsidiary’s bank account for capital infusion.
  • The payment is made against the allotment of equity or preference shares.
  • The funds must be received through proper banking channels in case of foreign investment.
  • Subsidiary must issue a receipt acknowledging the remittance.
  • Fund inflow must be recorded in the subsidiary’s books as share application money.

Issuance and Filing Requirements

  • Upon receipt of funds, the subsidiary allots shares and issues share certificates.
  • Form PAS-3 must be filed with the Registrar of Companies within 15 days of allotment.
  • The Register of Members is updated with the parent company’s details.
  • Share certificates must be issued within 60 days from the date of allotment.
  • Proper stamp duty is paid on the issuance of share certificates as per state laws.

FEMA and RBI Compliance for Foreign Investment

  • Foreign investment must comply with FEMA and sectoral caps under FDI policy.
  • Reporting to the Reserve Bank of India is done through Form FC-GPR.
  • A Certificate from a Chartered Accountant and KYC from the remitting bank are required.
  • Subscription money must be received in foreign currency and converted as per FEMA rules.
  • RBI issues a Unique Identification Number (UIN) for the transaction.

Accounting and Capital Structure Update

  • The share capital and securities premium (if any) are recorded in the subsidiary’s balance sheet.
  • The updated capital structure reflects the total issued and paid-up capital.
  • The infusion increases the company’s equity base and improves creditworthiness.
  • Any change in authorized capital requires prior shareholder approval and filing of Form SH-7.

Regular updates are made in statutory registers and ROC filings.

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