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MCA Annual Filing: Companies Act Compliance

Complete guide to MCA annual filing under Companies Act. AOC-4, MGT-7, and other e-forms.

GetYourCA Team
8 April 2026·Updated 8 April 20261 min read12.5K views

MCA Annual Filing#

Types of Annual Filings#

1. AOC-4 (Financial Statements)

  • Balance Sheet
  • Profit & Loss Account
  • Notes to accounts
  • Cash Flow Statement

2. MGT-7 (Annual Return)

  • Shareholder details
  • Board meeting details
  • Remuneration details

Due Dates#

FormDue Date
AOC-430 days from AGM
MGT-760 days from AGM
ADT-3 (Auditor appointment)30 days from AGM

Filing Fees#

  • Normal filing: ₹200
  • Delayed filing: Additional fee based on days
  • Penalty for non-filing

Documents Required#

  • Financial statements
  • Board meeting minutes
  • AGM notice and minutes
  • Auditor's report
  • Directors' report

Consequences of Non-Filing#

  • Penalty on company
  • Directors' liability
  • Strike-off of company
  • Inability to raise funds

Practical Tips#

  • Maintain proper records
  • Calendar important dates
  • File well before deadline
  • Keep copy of filed documents

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