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Qualified Chartered Accountants & Company Secretaries · Updated Jun 2026 · 6-8 min read
What is MGT-7 Filing (Annual Return)?
MGT-7 captures the company's structural and shareholding position as on the AGM date — directors, shareholders, share capital, indebtedness, board meetings.
Publicly available on MCA — investors, lenders pull it during due diligence. Late filing: ₹100/day, no cap.
Quick facts
| Governing Act | Companies Act, 2013 |
| Relevant Section | Section 92 |
| Form Reference | MGT-7 |
| Filing Authority | RoC / MCA |
| Typical Timeline | 3-5 working days |
| Professional Fee | ₹2,499 onwards |
| Government Fee | ₹200 - ₹600 |
| Late filing penalty | ₹100/day, no cap |
Who needs this filing?
- Every Private Limited Company files MGT-7
- OPCs and Small Companies file MGT-7A (abridged)
- Public and Section 8 Companies file MGT-7
Step-by-step process
Data collection
Compile shareholder list, transfers, director changes, board register, indebtedness.
Fill MGT-7
Complete with as-on-AGM data and full-year movements.
Director certification
Directors certify and authorise filing.
Professional certification
CS/CA in practice certifies (mandatory for listed/large companies).
File on MCA21
Upload with attachments. Pay fee. Acknowledgment received.
Documents required
- List of shareholders with shareholding pattern
- Director details + DIN
- Board meeting register
- AGM notice & minutes
- Share transfer register
- Indebtedness details
Detailed fees breakdown
| Item | Amount |
|---|
| Professional fee | ₹2,499 |
| Govt fee (capital-based) | ₹200 - ₹600 |
| CS certification (if required) | ₹2,000+ |
| Late fee | ₹100/day (no cap) |
Note: Government fees vary by state and are payable separately at actuals. Stamp duty depends on registered office state. Professional fees shown are indicative.
Key advantages
- Statutory compliance — avoid penalty
- Keeps director KYC active
- Required for investor due diligence
Frequently asked questions
MGT-7 vs MGT-7A?
MGT-7A is abridged for OPCs and Small Companies (capital ≤ ₹4 cr AND turnover ≤ ₹40 cr). MGT-7 for all others.
When is MGT-7 due?
Within 60 days of AGM. If AGM by 30 September, due by 29 November.
Is CS certification mandatory?
For listed companies and companies with capital ≥ ₹10 cr OR turnover ≥ ₹50 cr. Optional for smaller private companies.
Missed deadline?
₹100 per day with no upper limit. Director KYC may deactivate. Continued default can mark company Dormant.
MGT-7 vs AOC-4?
AOC-4 is for financials (BS, P&L). MGT-7 is for structure (shareholders, directors, capital). Both annual.
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