Annual & Corporate Compliances

Comprehensive compliance management under the Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008

What are Corporate Compliances?

Corporate compliances refer to the set of mandatory filings, disclosures, and procedural requirements that every company and LLP must fulfil under the Companies Act, 2013, LLP Act, 2008, and allied rules. These include annual filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), conducting board and general meetings, maintaining statutory registers, and filing event-based forms whenever there is a change in the company's structure or management.

Non-compliance attracts heavy penalties, additional fees, disqualification of directors, and even striking off of the company name from the ROC register. Timely compliance not only avoids penalties but also reflects good corporate governance and enhances stakeholder confidence.

At Deepa Sharma & Associates, we provide end-to-end compliance management services — from tracking due dates and preparing board resolutions to filing forms with the MCA portal — ensuring your company remains fully compliant throughout the year.

Annual Compliances for Companies

FormPurposeDue Date
AOC-4 / AOC-4 CFSFinancial StatementsWithin 30 days of AGM
MGT-7 / MGT-7AAnnual ReturnWithin 60 days of AGM
MGT-15Report on AGMWithin 30 days of AGM
DPT-3Return of Deposits / Loans received30th June
DIR-3 KYCDirectors KYC30th September
MSME-1MSME Outstanding PaymentsHalf-yearly

Event-based Compliances

These forms are filed when a specific corporate event occurs — such as a change in directors, increase in capital, or change in registered office.

FormPurpose
INC-20ACommencement of Business
INC-22Change in Registered Office
INC-24Change of Name
DIR-12Change in Directors / KMP
SH-7Increase in Authorized Capital
PAS-3Increase in Paid-up Capital (Allotment)
MGT-14Filing of Resolutions
CHG-1 / CHG-4Creation / Satisfaction of Charge
ADT-1 / ADT-3Appointment / Resignation of Auditor
STK-2Strike Off Application

LLP Annual Compliances

Every LLP registered in India must file the following annual forms with the Registrar, irrespective of business activity or turnover.

FormPurposeDue Date
Form 11Annual Return30th May
Form 8Statement of Accounts & Solvency30th October

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a company misses its annual filing deadlines?

Late filing attracts additional fees of ₹100 per day of delay for each form. Prolonged non-compliance can result in the company being marked as "Active non-compliant" on MCA, disqualification of directors under Section 164(2), and in extreme cases, striking off the company's name from the register.

Is DPT-3 mandatory for all companies?

Yes, every company that has received any amount as loan or deposit (other than from banks or financial institutions) must file DPT-3 by 30th June each year. This includes unsecured loans from directors and inter-corporate deposits.

What is DIR-3 KYC and who needs to file it?

DIR-3 KYC is a mandatory annual KYC filing for every individual holding a DIN (Director Identification Number). It must be filed by 30th September every year. If missed, the DIN is deactivated and a penalty of ₹5,000 is levied for reactivation.

Can a company be struck off for non-compliance?

Yes, under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013, the ROC can strike off a company that has not filed its annual returns or financial statements for two consecutive financial years. This results in the company being dissolved and its directors being disqualified for 5 years.

What are the penalties for non-filing of LLP Form 8 and Form 11?

Late filing of LLP Form 8 or Form 11 attracts a penalty of ₹100 per day of delay. There is no cap on the maximum penalty. Continued non-filing may also lead to the LLP being struck off by the Registrar under Section 75 of the LLP Act.

Stay Compliant, Stay Protected

Let our experts handle your annual and event-based compliances so you can focus on growing your business.