Share Transfer
Transfer shares in a private or unlisted company — valuation, SH-4 transfer deed, stamp duty, board approval, register updates and demat or FEMA filings where applicable.
- Timeline7–10 working days for documentation and filing.
- Starting at₹1,999 + GST & Govt. fees applicable
- Documents7 items — shared securely online
About Share Transfer
Shares change hands when founders exit, investors come in or family members restructure holdings. Each transfer needs the right documents, stamp duty and board approval, and the register of members must be updated.
NewStarts checks the articles for restrictions, arranges valuation where required, prepares the SH-4 transfer deed and board resolutions, and updates the registers. For transfers involving non-residents, we also handle FEMA pricing and FC-TRS reporting.
What is Share Transfer?
Share transfer is the voluntary transfer of ownership of shares from one person to another by executing a share transfer deed (Form SH-4) under Section 56 of the Companies Act, 2013, subject to the company's articles, stamp duty and, where applicable, depository and FEMA rules.
100% online, no office visit- Category
- ROC Compliance
- Authority / portal
- Company's board and registers under the Companies Act, 2013; depositories for demat shares; RBI FIRMS portal for FEMA reporting
- Timeline
- 7–10 working days for documentation and filing.
- Starting price
- ₹1,999
- Mode
- 100% online — no office visit needed
Who needs Share Transfer?
Situations where this service is required or strongly recommended.
Founders and shareholders
Selling or gifting shares.
Investors
Buying shares from existing holders.
Family businesses
Restructuring family holdings.
Foreign investors
Buying or selling shares with Indian residents.
Eligibility
Basic conditions to qualify for Share Transfer.
Fully paid shares
Or partly paid with company consent.
Articles permit the transfer
Private company articles may restrict transfers.
Valuation
For tax and FEMA purposes where required.
Stamp duty
Paid on the transfer.
Benefits of Share Transfer
What you gain once it is done right.
Clear ownership
Registers and certificates updated correctly.
Tax-compliant pricing
Valuation supports the transfer price.
Avoid disputes
Documented approvals and consents.
FEMA compliance
Correct reporting for non-resident transfers.
Investor readiness
Clean cap table for due diligence.
Types of Share Transfer
Choose the option that matches your situation.
Transfer by sale
Shares sold for consideration.
Transfer by gift
Shares gifted to relatives or others.
Transmission
Transfer on death of a shareholder to legal heirs.
Transfer involving non-residents
Subject to FEMA pricing and reporting.
Demat transfer
Through depository participants for demat shares.
Documents required
Keep these ready. We share an exact checklist for your specific case and collect everything through a secure online link.
Get this checklist on WhatsAppShare Certificates
Original share certificates of the transferor for the shares being transferred.
Share Transfer Form (SH-4)
Duly signed and stamped SH-4 by transferor and transferee, with a witness signature.
Transferor & Transferee KYC
PAN, Aadhaar and address proof of both parties.
Board Resolution
Board resolution approving the transfer and registering the transferee as a member.
Consideration / Payment Proof
Proof of payment, or gift / valuation details — needed for stamp duty and capital gains computation.
Articles of Association
AOA of the company, to check transfer restrictions such as right of first refusal.
Certificate of Incorporation & Shareholding Pattern
Incorporation certificate and the latest list of shareholders.
Step-by-step process
How NewStarts takes Share Transfer from first call to final delivery.
- 01
Review articles and cap table
We check restrictions and pre-emption rights.
- 02
Valuation
Valuation report where required.
- 03
Prepare SH-4
Transfer deed prepared and executed.
- 04
Pay stamp duty
Stamp duty paid as per law.
- 05
Board approval
Board approves and registers the transfer.
- 06
Update records
Register of members, share certificates or demat records and filings.
NewStarts Share Transfer service
What is included when you engage NewStarts.
Free eligibility check
A specialist reviews your facts and confirms the right route and package for Share Transfer before you pay anything.
Document checklist & review
You receive an exact checklist and upload through a secure link. We verify every document to avoid rejections.
Drafting & filing
We prepare every form, declaration and annexure for Share Transfer and file on the correct government portal.
Query & objection handling
Any departmental query or clarification is answered by our team, with corrected filings where needed.
Delivery & hand-over
Certificates and approvals are shared digitally, with a plain-language note on your next compliance steps.
Post-service support
Reminders, renewals and related filings can be handled by the same NewStarts relationship manager.
Transparent pricing
No hidden charges. Choose the package that fits — upgrade anytime.
Basic
₹1,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
For straightforward, single-entity cases
- Complete documentation support
- Application filing
- Email & WhatsApp support
- Standard processing timeline
Premium
₹4,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
End-to-end support with ongoing assistance
- Everything in Basic
- Dedicated relationship manager
- Query & rejection handling
- Priority processing
- Phone support
- Expert consultation call
- Fastest possible turnaround
- 1 year post-service support
- Dedicated account manager
Share Transfer FAQs
Have questions? We have answers.
Can’t find your answer? Ask the assistant, or speak to our team.
SH-4 transfer deed, share certificate, board resolution and, where required, a valuation report.
Stamp duty is payable on the transfer as per the Indian Stamp Act; we confirm the exact amount for your case before execution.
Often yes, to support pricing for income tax and FEMA purposes.
Yes, if its articles restrict transfers, subject to the Companies Act.
FEMA pricing rules apply and FC-TRS must be filed within 60 days.
Usually 7 to 10 working days.
Yes. Document collection, e-signing and filing are completed online, so you do not need to visit any office. Where a physical step is unavoidable, we tell you upfront.
NewStarts professional fees, GST and government fees are shown separately. Government fees are paid at actuals and confirmed with you before filing.
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