Shareholder Subscription Agreement

Shareholder and Subscription Agreement is a critical document between the company and the shareholders.

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Shareholder Subscription Agreement

Shareholder’s Agreement (SHA) is an agreement that is entered into between the shareholders of the company and the company itself. This governs the relationship between the shareholders of the company.

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What is a Shareholder Subscription Agreement?

A shareholder subscription agreement, is an arrangement between shareholders and the company, defining how a company should be operating and outlines shareholders' rights and obligations. The agreement also includes information on the management of the company and privileges and protection of shareholders rights.

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Contents of Shareholder's Agreement

The following clauses form part of a well drafted SHA:-

  • Type of security issued/purchased
  • Conversation rate of convertible securities
  • Veto rights
  • Founder’s lock-in
  • Drag along
  • Tag along
  • Right of first refusal (ROFR)
  • Right of first offer (ROFO)
  • Reps & Warranties
  • Exit rights
  • Governing law and Dispute Resolution

Laws governing the Shareholder's Agreement in India

The different laws which govern various aspects of Shareholder's Agreement in India are as follows:

  • Companies Act, 2013 and various rules framed thereunder
  • The Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999
  • Consolidated FDI Policy, 2020
  • RBI Policies
  • Competition Act, 2002
  • SEBI Guidelines (in case of listed company)

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What our users have to say

We were raising our first angel round but had no clarity on how shares would be allotted and at what valuation. Lawyaar drafted a Shareholder Subscription Agreement that clearly defined subscription price, number of shares, and payment timelines. It helped us close the investment smoothly.

Arjun Mehra, Gurugram

Our investor insisted on a proper Shareholder Subscription Agreement before transferring funds. Lawyaar created a legally sound agreement covering conditions precedent, representations, and warranties. The investor was satisfied and released the funds without delay.

Pooja Iyer, Bengaluru

We were confused between issuing equity shares and preference shares to an investor. Lawyaar explained the implications and drafted a customised Shareholder Subscription Agreement reflecting the agreed share class and rights. This avoided future shareholder disputes.

Saurabh Jain, Indore

During due diligence, our CA pointed out that our investment terms were not documented properly. Lawyaar drafted a detailed Shareholder Subscription Agreement that aligned with the Companies Act and MCA requirements. It passed scrutiny without objections.

Ankit Verma, Lucknow

One investor wanted special rights, but we didn’t want to compromise founder control. Lawyaar structured the Shareholder Subscription Agreement to balance investor protections with founder decision-making authority. It kept the deal fair for both sides.

Rohan Mukherjee, Kolkata

We were onboarding a strategic investor contributing both money and business access. Lawyaar included milestone-based subscription clauses in the agreement. This ensured funds were released only after agreed conditions were met.

Nilesh Patil, Nashik

Our previous funding round had only informal email confirmations, which worried new investors. Lawyaar drafted a clean Shareholder Subscription Agreement clearly documenting capital inflow, share issuance, and timelines. It restored investor confidence.

Kavita Rao, Hyderabad

We needed a subscription agreement that aligned with our Shareholders’ Agreement and Articles of Association. Lawyaar ensured all documents were consistent and legally aligned, avoiding contradictions that could cause future litigation.

Manish Bhatia, Chandigarh

We were issuing shares to a foreign investor and were unsure about compliance. Lawyaar drafted the Shareholder Subscription Agreement with proper FEMA and RBI-aligned clauses. It made the transaction legally compliant and stress-free.

Zubin Irani, Mumbai

Our startup had multiple investors subscribing at different times and valuations. Lawyaar prepared a Shareholder Subscription Agreement that clearly addressed tranche-based investments and share allotment. It brought structure to our fundraising process

Tanya Kapoor, New Delhi

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