Close Your OPC the right way, before the discount window closes
File Form STK-2 and exit cleanly through C-PACE stop annual filings, director-disqualification risk and late fees on a One Person Company you no longer run. SSA Tax handles documentation, ROC liaison and the Gazette notice end-to-end.
The Basics
What Does Closing an OPC Actually Involve?
Closing a One Person Company means formally removing it from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' Register of Companies, under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013. Once struck off, the company can no longer trade, sign contracts, or operate a bank account and its compliance burden ends with it.
Since May 2023, every voluntary strike-off application is reviewed centrally by the Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE), filed as e-Form STK-2 on the MCA V3 portal. This single-window review has cut typical closure timelines from what used to take a year or more down to a few months.
SSA Tax prepares your board resolution, affidavits, indemnity bond and statement of accounts, files STK-2 correctly the first time, and tracks your application through to the final Gazette notice.
§248
Companies Act provision for strike-off
STK-2
e-Form filed on MCA V3 Portal
C-PACE
Central authority reviewing all applications
3–6 mo
Typical closure timeline today
Pick Your Route
Two Ways to Close an OPC
Fast Track Exit Strike-Off (Section 248)
For OPCs that haven't commenced business within a year, or have had no operations for the last two financial years, and have nil assets and liabilities. Filed via Form STK-2 through C-PACE.
Voluntary Winding Up
For an OPC that still holds assets or owes liabilities. Dues must be settled and assets distributed through a formal liquidation process before the company is dissolved.
Why It Matters
What Closing an Inactive OPC Protects You From
Closing an inactive OPC helps eliminate future compliance risks, penalties, and regulatory liabilities while keeping your business record clean.
Director Disqualification
Three consecutive years of missed annual filings can disqualify you as a director under Section 164(2). Closing the OPC helps prevent future compliance defaults.
Stops Compliance Costs
Avoid recurring annual filing expenses, audit fees, ROC penalties, and compliance costs for a company that is no longer operational.
Clean GST/PAN/TAN Surrender
Proper closure ensures all related registrations are surrendered correctly, reducing the risk of future notices and tax complications.
Protects Your Credit Profile
A formal strike-off demonstrates responsible business closure and helps maintain a clean reputation with banks and regulatory authorities.
Faster Than Ever
With the MCA's C-PACE system handling strike-off applications, the closure process is significantly quicker and more streamlined.
Frees Up the Name
After the company is struck off, its name may eventually become available again for future registration, subject to MCA rules.
2026 Regulatory Update
New MCA Rules That Make Closing an OPC Cheaper, Right Now
The MCA has opened a limited-time relief window in 2026 specifically aimed at clearing out defunct companies — here's what it means for your OPC.
A temporary discount window
The Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 offers a reduced STK-2 government fee and a steep waiver on accumulated late fees for companies that file during its notified window.
Old pending filings included
The scheme is designed to cover overdue annual returns and financial statements too, so a long-dormant OPC isn't blocked from closing by historical penalties.
One authority, faster review
All STK-2 applications nationwide route through C-PACE, replacing the older Registrar-by-Registrar process with a single, centralised review desk.
Fully digital filing
STK-2 is filed as a webform on the MCA V3 portal, digitally signed and certified by a practising professional before reaching C-PACE.
GST cancellation is checked
An active GST registration at the time of filing is a common reason for queries — cancellation should be completed alongside the application.
Standard fees and risk resume
Once the relief window closes, full government fees apply again, and the Registrar can initiate strike-off on its own motion for chronic non-filers — with director disqualification risk attached.
Don't Confuse These
Closing an OPC vs. Other Exit Routes in India
"Closure" looks different depending on the entity type. Here's how an OPC strike-off compares.
| Parameter | Close OPC (Strike-Off) | Closing an LLP | Pvt Ltd Company Closure | Dissolve Partnership Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Governing Law | Companies Act, 2013 (S.248–252) | Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 | Companies Act, 2013 (S.248–252) | Indian Partnership Act, 1932 |
| Form / Route | e-Form STK-2 via C-PACE | Form 24 with jurisdictional ROC | e-Form STK-2, or NCLT if assets/liabilities exist | Dissolution deed, or court order if disputed |
| Eligible When | Inactive 1–2+ years, nil assets/liabilities | Inactive LLP, nil liabilities, partner consent | Same nil-liability test, plus 75% shareholder approval | Mutual consent of partners, or as per the partnership deed |
| Typical Timeline | 3–6 months post C-PACE | 3–6 months | 3–6 months | A few weeks (mutual) to longer if contested |
| Where to Apply | MCA V3 Portal → C-PACE | MCA Portal, jurisdictional ROC | MCA V3 Portal → C-PACE | Registrar of Firms (if registered) |
Step-by-Step
OPC Closure Process via STK-2
Here's exactly how SSA Tax takes your OPC from "still on the register" to formally dissolved.
Eligibility Check
We confirm your OPC qualifies inactivity period, nil assets and nil liabilities before drafting anything.
Clear Dues & Close Accounts
Settle any pending dues, cancel GST registration, and close the company's bank account.
Board Resolution & Member Consent
The sole director passes a board resolution; the sole member records written consent to closure
Prepare STK-3, STK-4 & STK-8
We draft the indemnity bond, director's affidavit and CA-certified nil statement of accounts.
File STK-2 on MCA V3
The application, digitally signed and professionally certified, is filed and routed to C-PACE.
Gazette Notice & Dissolution
After C-PACE approval, ROC publishes a public notice; if no objections arise, your OPC is struck off and dissolved.
Paperwork
Documents Required to Close Your OPC
- Board resolution approving the closure
- Director's Affidavit (Form STK-4) confirming nil liabilities
- Latest ITR acknowledgment for the company
- PAN, Certificate of Incorporation and MOA/AOA
- Indemnity Bond (Form STK-3) on the prescribed stamp value
- Statement of Accounts (Form STK-8), CA-certified, not older than 30 days
- Consent from creditors, if any existed
- Proof of GST cancellation and closed bank account
Why Businesses Choose SSA Tax Over Other Consultants
Closing a company badly creates more liability than keeping it open. Here's exactly what we do differently to make sure that doesn't happen to you.
We Track the Live Scheme Window
Fee-discount schemes like CCFS-2026 have strict deadlines. We monitor these windows and file at the right time to maximize the relief available to you.
Direct C-PACE Filing Experience
We've handled STK-2 strike-off applications ourselves and understand the common issues that trigger resubmissions, helping avoid delays from the start.
One Transparent Quote
Professional fees and applicable government charges are disclosed upfront, ensuring complete transparency with no hidden costs later.
CA/CS Certification In-House
Your Statement of Accounts and STK-2 certification are prepared and reviewed by our qualified in-house professionals rather than outsourced teams.
A Closure Document Vault
Receive a complete digital archive of your strike-off documents, including STK-7 orders, Gazette notifications and supporting filings for future reference.
Proven at Scale
With 1.03 Lakh+ clients served, 18,000+ startups supported and 5,752+ five-star Google reviews, our process is backed by measurable results.
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