24 January 2022
While filling form IEPF 4, I have to mention SRN of form IEPF 1/1 INV, if the purpose is u/s 124(6), and the financial year to which the dividend amount is related gets automatically prefilled.
However, in my case, on entering the SRN, it is not prefilling the FY. And if I give the purpose of filing the form as section 90(9) this issue does not come up.
Kindly advice on a) which option to choose when giving purpose of filing form and b) Had raised many tickets but not received satisfactory reply, so whom should I contact?
24 July 2024
Based on your query regarding Form IEPF 4 filing, here are some clarifications and steps you can consider:
### Purpose of Filing Form IEPF 4
1. **Section 124(6)**: This section pertains to the transfer of shares and dividends to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) by companies. If you are filing Form IEPF 4 under Section 124(6), it is typically related to unclaimed dividends.
2. **Section 90(9)**: This section relates to the investigation into the affairs of the company by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). If you choose this purpose, it might not prefill the financial year related to dividends because it's not directly related to dividend claims.
### Prefilling Issue
- When you enter the SRN (Service Request Number) of Form IEPF 1/1 INV for the purpose under Section 124(6), ideally, the financial year related to the dividend amount should automatically prefill. If this is not happening, it might be a technical glitch in the portal.
- Ensure that you are entering the correct SRN and allow some time for the system to process the information. Sometimes, delays in prefilling can occur due to system updates or data synchronization issues.
### Steps to Resolve
1. **Choose Correct Purpose**: Since your intention is related to unclaimed dividends under Section 124(6), you should ideally select this purpose. This ensures that the correct financial year related to the dividend amount is prefilled once the SRN is entered correctly.
2. **Contacting Authorities**: Given that you have raised tickets and not received satisfactory responses, you should escalate the issue: - **IEPF Helpdesk**: Contact the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) helpdesk or support team directly. They are responsible for managing queries related to Form IEPF filings and can provide technical assistance. - **Company Secretary/Legal Advisor**: If the issue persists and you need urgent resolution, consult with a company secretary or a legal advisor who is well-versed in company law matters. They can provide guidance on how to proceed and escalate the issue if necessary.
3. **Documentation and Patience**: Ensure you have all necessary documents and details handy when contacting support. Sometimes, these issues require patience as technical glitches are resolved by the system administrators.
By following these steps and ensuring that you choose the correct purpose for filing Form IEPF 4, you can proceed with the submission smoothly once the prefilled details are correct. If the prefilling issue persists, direct communication with the IEPFA helpdesk or seeking professional advice would be the best course of action.
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