Practical, real-world guides on Pvt Ltd registration, LLP, GST, ROC compliance, trademark, MSME and more. Written by qualified CAs — updated for 2026.
Complete guide to DIR-3 KYC — annual KYC for every DIN holder, due 30 September, ₹5,000 penalty if missed. Process for first-time vs subsequent KYC.
Complete annual compliance calendar for Pvt Ltd companies in 2026 — every form, every due date, every penalty. Bookmark this for the year.
Every Pvt Ltd incorporated after 2 Nov 2018 must file INC-20A within 180 days. Process, documents, penalties of ₹1,000/day + ₹50,000 fine explained.
Complete guide to AOC-4 — the annual financial statements filing for Pvt Ltd companies. Due 30 days from AGM, ₹100/day penalty if missed.
MGT-7 is the annual return for Pvt Ltd and Public companies. MGT-7A is the simplified version for small companies and OPCs. Due 60 days from AGM.
ADT-1 is filed within 15 days of AGM to intimate the RoC about auditor appointment/reappointment. ₹500/day late fee. Mandatory even if same auditor continues.
DPT-3 is the annual return of deposits and outstanding loans not treated as deposits. Mandatory even with NIL outstanding. Due 30 June every year.
DIR-12 is filed within 30 days of any change in directors — appointment, resignation, removal. Process, documents, late fees explained.
INC-22 is filed for change of registered office within the same city, between cities of same RoC, or across RoC jurisdictions. Process, documents, timelines.
DIN (Director Identification Number) is mandatory before becoming a director. Apply via DIR-3. Documents, fees, timeline, common rejections.
DIR-11 is the director-filed resignation notice. Protects you from being liable for company defaults after resignation. Process explained.
CHG-1 is filed within 30 days of creating a charge over company assets. Bank loans, mortgages, hypothecation. Process and penalties.
CHG-4 releases a registered charge after loan repayment. File within 30 days. Without it, charge stays on MCA records affecting future borrowings.
MGT-14 is filed within 30 days for resolutions specified in Section 117 — special resolutions, certain board resolutions. List, process, penalty.
BEN-2 is filed when an individual holds 10%+ beneficial interest indirectly. Section 90 compliance, format, penalties for non-disclosure.
Dormant status (Section 455) reduces compliance burden for inactive companies. Eligibility, application via MSC-1, ongoing requirements.
INC-9 is the affidavit by first directors/subscribers at incorporation. Declarations under Section 7. Now part of integrated SPICe+.
Cost audit mandatory for specified sectors above turnover thresholds. CRA-2 for auditor appointment, CRA-4 for cost audit report filing.
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