The recurring filings and meetings a company should plan for. General legal information only. Dates and forms change, so verify current requirements; the 2026 Corporate Laws Bill, if passed, may change some of them.
During the year
- Board meetings: at least four a year, with no more than 120 days between two meetings.
- Statutory registers and minutes: maintained and signed.
- Director KYC: directors with a DIN update their details annually.
After the financial year
- Financial statements: prepared, audited where required and approved by the board.
- Annual general meeting: held within the period the Act allows after the financial year ends.
- Filing financial statements (AOC-4): filed with the Registrar within 30 days of the AGM.
- Annual return (MGT-7): filed within 60 days of the AGM.
- Auditor: appointment and related filings.
Event-based filings
Changes in directors, registered office, share capital, charges and related-party matters need separate filings within set periods.
Why it matters
Late filings attract additional fees, and continued default can lead to penalties on the company and officers, and to director disqualification. Keeping a compliance calendar prevents this.
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