Digitise Your Articles of Association — Instant Typing for Compliance

What an Indian Articles of Association Contains

The Articles of Association (AoA) is the internal rulebook of a company registered under the Companies Act 2013. It defines how the company is governed day to day, covering share classes, board composition, meeting procedures, dividend policies, and borrowing limits. While the Memorandum of Association sets the company's external scope (name, registered office, objects, liability, capital), the AoA governs internal management.

Table F of the Companies Act 2013, The Default Template

Most companies limited by shares adopt the model regulations in Table F of Schedule I to the Companies Act 2013. Table F provides a ready-made set of rules covering share capital, voting rights, directors, and general meetings. Companies may adopt Table F in full or modify specific clauses to suit their governance requirements. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs makes the standard templates available through its portal.

Standard Clauses You'll Find in an AoA

Clause	Purpose
Share Capital	Defines classes of shares and their nominal values
Voting Rights	Specifies voting entitlements per share class
Board of Directors	Sets composition, appointment, and powers of the board
General Meetings	Governs notice period, quorum, and proceedings
Dividends	Outlines declaration and payment of profits to shareholders
Borrowing Powers	Authorises the board to raise funds on behalf of the company
Share Transfers	Prescribes the procedure for transferring shares
Winding Up	Addresses voluntary or compulsory dissolution procedures

Why People Digitise Their Articles of Association

A typed, editable copy of the AoA has become essential for modern corporate practice. Scanned PDFs from the original registration are often difficult to search, annotate, or include in board papers. A clean digital version saves time during legal reviews and investor due diligence.

Internal Compliance and Record-Keeping

Companies maintain digital records for easier version tracking and quick reference. A typed AoA allows company secretaries and compliance officers to locate relevant clauses, such as quorum requirements or director appointment procedures, without flipping through scanned pages.

Sharing with Stakeholders

Auditors, legal counsel, and potential investors frequently request a soft copy of the AoA during due diligence or annual reviews. An editable DOCX format lets recipients extract clauses, compare versions, and incorporate amendments without re-typing.

What Lekhak's AI Typing Service Produces

Lekhak converts your scanned PDF or image of the AoA into an accurately typed, fully editable DOCX file in minutes. The self-serve flow requires no manual intervention, you upload the file and receive the digital output almost instantly.

Layout and Content Fidelity

The AI preserves the original text, table structures, section numbering, and paragraph formatting. Whether your AoA follows Table F or includes custom clauses, the typed output reflects the content as it appears in the source document.

Limitations and Honest Boundaries

The typed output is a digital re-creation. It does not carry the original company seal, stamp, or director signature. For internal reference, board presentations, and most commercial interactions, this digital version is perfectly adequate. It is not itself a certified true copy.

Typed Copy vs Certified True Copy: Which One Do You Need?

Understanding the difference between a typed copy and a certified true copy helps you choose the right version for each purpose.

When an AI-Typed Copy Is Enough

A clean typed AoA works for board resolutions, investor pitch materials, internal audits, and discussions with legal counsel. It is also useful for preparing amendment drafts or for quick reference during compliance reviews.

When You Need a Certified True Copy

Filings with the Registrar of Companies, tender submissions, court cases, or statutory audits may require a copy certified by a company secretary or a notary. The certification confirms that the copy matches the original registered document. Lekhak does not provide this certification, you arrange it through your company secretary or a practising professional.

How to Obtain a Certified Copy of Your AoA from the Registrar of Companies

If the original AoA is lost or you need an officially stamped version, you can request a certified copy from the Registrar of Companies (RoC) under Section 399 of the Companies Act 2013. File an application in e-Form INC-26 on the MCA portal, pay the prescribed fee, and the RoC will issue a certified copy of the registered AoA on record.

Statutes Governing Articles of Association in India

The form and content of the AoA are governed by the Companies Act 2013, specifically Sections 2(5), 5, and Schedule I (Table F). The Act prescribes mandatory content, such as the company's name, registered office, objects, liability, and capital in the memorandum, while the AoA handles the operational regulations. Any amendment to the AoA must be passed by a special resolution and filed with the RoC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a typed digital copy of the AoA legally valid for filings?

For most internal board matters and reference purposes, a typed copy works. For statutory filings with the RoC, you typically need a certified true copy signed by a company secretary or director.

Can Lekhak type an AoA if the original is handwritten or damaged?

Yes, the AI handles clear handwriting and standard scanning quality. Poor-quality scans or heavily damaged originals may require manual review, which Lekhak arranges on request.

How quickly can I get my typed AoA?

The AI typing process completes in a few minutes. You receive a downloadable DOCX file instantly upon completion.

What if my AoA contains non-English sections?

Lekhak offers translation from 22 Indian languages to English. You can use the translation service for parts that are not in English, and the typed output will include both the original text and the translation.

Do I need to notarise the typed copy?

Not for internal use. For official legal purposes such as court submissions or RoC filings, consult your legal advisor. Notarisation is a separate step you arrange with a notary.

Will the typed copy retain the original table formatting?

Yes. The AI preserves table structures, column widths, and cell content as they appear in the original document, making the output ready for editing or printing.

Can I request changes to the content while typing?

The typing service reproduces the source document as-is. If you need content amendments, you can edit the DOCX file after download using any word processor.

How do I upload my AoA for typing?

Upload your file directly on the Lekhak platform, supported formats include PDF, JPG, PNG, WebP, and DOCX. The system processes it automatically.

Is my document secure during the typing process?

Files are encrypted during upload and processing. Lekhak does not share or retain your documents beyond the processing window without your consent.

What file formats can I upload?

You can upload PDF, DOCX, DOC, JPG, PNG, WebP, TXT, and Markdown files. The system converts the source into a clean, editable DOCX output.

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