The Ministry of Corporate Affairs, on September 8, 2025, notified the Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamations) Amendment Rules, 2025 (“Amendment Rules”), marking a significant expansion of the fast-track merger (“FTM”) framework under Section 233 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Amendment Rules substantially widen the category of companies that can now avail the simplified FTM route, reflecting the MCA’s continued effort to streamline corporate restructuring and reduce procedural timelines. In this article, we examine the newly eligible classes of companies, outline key procedural changes introduced by the Amendment Rules, and discuss their broader implications for corporate consolidation in India.
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