What Is This Module For?
The MCA Compliance module tracks your mandatory annual filings with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs — specifically MGT-7 (Annual Return) and AOC-4 (Financial Statements) — as required under the Companies Act, 2013.
Key Filings and Deadlines
- MGT-7 / MGT-7A (Annual Return) — Due within 60 days of the AGM (Section 92, Companies Act 2013). For companies holding AGM in September, this means by end of November.
- AOC-4 (Financial Statements) — Due within 30 days of the AGM (Section 137, Companies Act 2013).
- ADT-1 (Auditor Appointment) — Within 15 days of the AGM.
Late Fee: ₹100 per day per form for late filing, with no upper cap. Late fees accumulate quickly — a 60-day delay means ₹6,000 per form.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Go to MCA in the sidebar.
- Enter your AGM date — dcomply automatically calculates all filing deadlines.
- Upload your Annual Return draft and Financial Statements.
- Track each filing's status: Pending, Filed, or Overdue.
- Record the SRN (Service Request Number) from MCA21 after filing.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Calculating the deadline from financial year end instead of AGM date — The 60-day clock starts from the AGM, not 31st March.
- Forgetting subsidiary filings — Each subsidiary requires its own MGT-7 and AOC-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does dcomply file on MCA21 directly?
A: dcomply tracks deadlines, manages documents, and generates the checklist. Actual filing is done by your Company Secretary on MCA21.