Missing post-formation filings can attract heavy penalties. Within days of incorporation, several mandatory registrations and filings must be completed. We handle all of them proactively so you never miss a deadline.
Incorporation is just the beginning. The Companies Act, 2013 and various other statutes impose a series of mandatory filings and registrations that must be completed within specific timeframes after your company is incorporated.
Failure to comply doesn't just attract financial penalties — it can lead to director disqualification, company strike-off, and loss of government benefits. We track every deadline and ensure every filing is done correctly and on time.
INC-20A is a mandatory MCA filing that must be submitted within 180 days of incorporation for all companies with share capital. Without this filing, the company cannot legally commence business operations or exercise borrowing powers.
The form requires a declaration from a director confirming that every subscriber to the Memorandum of Association has paid the value of shares they agreed to take. The bank account statement showing the share capital deposit is a key supporting document.
Non-filing attracts a penalty of ₹50,000 on the company and ₹1,000 per day on each defaulting officer for as long as the default continues. The Registrar can also initiate action to remove the company's name from the register.
A Digital Signature Certificate is the electronic equivalent of a physical signature and is mandatory for all MCA, GST, income tax, and ROC filings. Without a valid DSC, directors cannot sign or submit any government portal forms.
Class 3 DSC is the mandatory standard for company directors and authorized signatories. It provides the highest level of assurance and is required for all MCA21 filings, GST registrations, income tax returns, and e-tendering.
DSCs are issued by licensed Certifying Authorities (CAs) approved by the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA) under the Information Technology Act, 2000. They are valid for 1–2 years and must be renewed before expiry to avoid disruption to filings.
Every company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 must appoint a statutory auditor within 30 days of incorporation. The first auditor is appointed by the Board of Directors at their first board meeting.
Form ADT-1 must be filed with the MCA within 15 days of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to intimate the Registrar about the appointment or reappointment of the auditor. The auditor must be a practicing Chartered Accountant or a firm of Chartered Accountants.
Failure to appoint an auditor or file ADT-1 on time attracts a penalty of ₹300 per day for the period of default. The company and every officer in default are liable for this penalty.
GST registration is mandatory for businesses whose annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs for businesses in North-Eastern and hill states). It is also mandatory regardless of turnover for businesses engaged in interstate supply, e-commerce sellers, and those liable under the reverse charge mechanism.
A GSTIN (GST Identification Number) is required to issue tax invoices, collect GST from customers, and claim Input Tax Credit on purchases. Operating without GST registration when required can attract penalties equal to 100% of the tax due or ₹10,000, whichever is higher.
The registration process is entirely online through the GST portal and typically takes 3–7 working days after document verification. We handle the entire application, document preparation, and follow-up with the GST officer.
We prepare and submit the GST registration application on the official GST portal with all required details and documents.
All supporting documents are uploaded and verified for accuracy before submission to avoid rejection or queries.
An Application Reference Number (ARN) is generated immediately upon successful submission, confirming the application is under review.
The GST officer reviews the application and may raise queries. We respond to any queries promptly to avoid delays.
Upon approval, the GSTIN is issued within 3–7 working days. Your business is now registered under GST and can issue tax invoices.
Provident Fund registration with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is mandatory for all establishments with 20 or more employees. Once registered, the employer must contribute 12% of the employee's basic salary towards the EPF account every month.
The employee also contributes 12% of their basic salary, which is deducted from their salary. The combined contribution builds a retirement corpus for the employee. Registration is done on the EPFO Unified Portal and a PF code is issued to the establishment.
Non-compliance with PF regulations can attract damages ranging from 5% to 25% of the arrears, plus interest at 12% per annum. Criminal prosecution is also possible for willful default.
ESI (Employees' State Insurance) registration with ESIC is mandatory for establishments with 10 or more employees earning ₹21,000 or less per month. The scheme provides comprehensive social security benefits including medical, sickness, maternity, disability, and dependent benefits.
The employer contributes 3.25% of the employee's wages, while the employee contributes 0.75%. These contributions are deposited with ESIC every month. Employees and their families are entitled to free medical treatment at ESIC hospitals and dispensaries.
Registration is done on the ESIC portal and an employer code is issued. Each covered employee is issued an insurance number and a Pehchan card for accessing benefits.
Udyam Registration is a free, paperless, self-declaration-based registration on the Udyam portal for micro, small, and medium enterprises. It is based on the enterprise's investment in plant and machinery/equipment and annual turnover.
MSME registration unlocks a wide range of government benefits including priority sector lending from banks, subsidies on patents and trademarks, protection against delayed payments under the MSMED Act, and eligibility for government procurement schemes.
The registration is linked to the business's PAN and GST data and is issued instantly. There is no fee for Udyam registration and no renewal required — it is a lifetime registration.
DPIIT recognition under the Startup India initiative is available to companies and LLPs incorporated within the last 10 years with an annual turnover not exceeding ₹100 crore. The entity must be working towards innovation, development, or improvement of products, processes, or services.
DPIIT recognition unlocks significant benefits: 3-year income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC, self-certification under 9 labour and 3 environment laws, fast-track patent examination at 80% rebate on fees, and eligibility for the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme.
Recognized startups are also eligible to participate in government procurement tenders without the requirement of prior turnover or experience, giving early-stage startups a significant competitive advantage.