🚀 Starting Up? Don’t Miss These Crucial MCA Compliance Requirements
If you’ve just launched your startup or incorporated a Private Limited Company or LLP in India, your next big step is staying compliant with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Failing to meet these legal obligations can lead to penalties, director disqualification, or even company strike-off.
At [Your Firm Name], we help startups across India manage ALL mandatory MCA compliances—affordably and on time.
🧾 What is MCA Compliance?
MCA compliance refers to the statutory filings and legal formalities every company or LLP registered under the Companies Act, 2013 must follow annually or during key business events.
Whether you’re a tech startup, a consultancy, or an e-commerce brand, MCA compliance is not optional—it’s legally mandatory.
📋 List of MCA Compliances for Startups (2025)
Here’s a complete list of MCA filings and compliances that startups in India need to take care of:
🟢 1. Annual Compliances (Mandatory Every Year)
| Form | Purpose | Applicability | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AOC-4 / AOC-4 XBRL | Filing Financial Statements | All Companies | Within 30 days of AGM |
| MGT-7 / MGT-7A | Filing Annual Return | All Except OPCs | Within 60 days of AGM |
| ADT-1 | Auditor Appointment | Every Company | Within 15 days of AGM |
| DIR-3 KYC | Director KYC | All Directors with DIN | By Sept 30 every year |
| MSME-1 | Reporting Outstanding Dues (if applicable) | MSME Buyers | Half-Yearly |
| DPT-3 | Return of Deposits | All Companies | By June 30 annually |
🟡 2. Event-Based MCA Filings
These are required when specific changes occur in your company.
| Form | Use Case |
|---|---|
| DIR-12 | Appointment/resignation of directors |
| PAS-3 | Allotment of shares |
| MGT-14 | Board resolutions for specific events |
| INC-22 | Change of registered office |
| SH-7 | Increase in authorized capital |
| CHG-1 | Creation or modification of charge (loan/mortgage) |
⚠️ Missing even one of these filings can lead to ₹100/day penalties, late fees, or legal notices from ROC.
👨💼 Why Startups Trust FileMyXBRL for MCA Compliance
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💡 Benefits of Staying Compliant
🚀 Eligible for funding, loans, and tenders
📈 Builds credibility with investors, customers, and vendors
🛡 Avoids penalties, legal issues, and director disqualification
🔐 Keeps your company status “Active” on the MCA portal
📝 Must-Have Checklist for Startup Compliance
Before filing, make sure you have:
✔ Audited Financial Statements
✔ Shareholding and capital details
✔ Digital Signature Certificates (DSC)
✔ Board resolutions and meeting minutes
✔ Updated director KYC
✔ Valid Auditor Appointment
