AOC-4 Form in MCA: Filing Deadlines and Penalties



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The AOC-4 form is a crucial annual filing with India's Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for companies to submit their financial statements and compliance information. All companies, including private and public ones with specific paid-up capital or turnover thresholds, must file this form. Missing the deadline of 29th October 2024 (or 30 days post-AGM) can result in daily penalties, escalating if filed over 30 days late.

AOC-4 is a form that is filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in India. It is used to file annual financial statements and other relevant information about a company's financial performance and compliance with laws and regulations.

Due Date of Form AOC-4

AOC-4 Form is to be filed by 29th October 2024 or within 30 days from the annual general meeting for the FY 23-24.

AOC-4 Form: Filing Deadlines and Penalties   MCA India

Who is required to file AOC 4 Form in MCA?

AOC-4 Form is required to be filed by all companies, including private and public companies. This includes:

  • Companies with paid up capital of Rs. 5 Crores or more.
  • Companies with an annual turnover of Rs 100 Crores or more.
  • Companies that are limited by shares, companies limited by guarantee, and unlisted public companies.
 

What are the documents required for AOC 4 Form?

The following documents are required to be attached while filing AOC-4 Form :

  • Balance sheet: This is a financial statement that provides an overview of a company's assets, liabilities, and equity as of a specific date.
  • Profit and loss account: This is a financial statement that shows a company's revenues and expenses for a specific period of time, such as a year or quarter.
  • Cash flow statement: This is a financial statement that shows the cash inflows and outflows of a company for a specific period of time, such as a year or quarter.
  • Statement of changes in equity: This statement shows the changes in the company's equity over a specific period of time, such as a year or quarter
  • Auditors Report: It is the report by the auditor, which should be attached with the AOC-4 Form.
  • Director's Report: The report by the director of the company, which should be attached with the AOC-4 Form.
 

Fees for AOC 4 Form

The fees for AOC-4 Form are as follows:

For Companies With Authorized Capital Applicable Fees Per Document
upto Rs. 100000 Rs 200
Rs 1,00,000 to 4,99,999 Rs 300
Rs 5,00,000 to 24,99,999 Rs 400
Rs 25,00,000 to 99,99,999 Rs 500
more than 1 crore Rs 600

Penalties in Late Filling

If a company fails to file the AOC-4 Form with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) within the specified time frame, there may be penalties imposed on the company.

The penalties for delay in filing the AOC-4 Form are as follows:

  • If the form is filed within 30 days of the due date, a fee of Rs. 100 per day of delay will be imposed.
  • If the form is filed more than 30 days after the due date, a fee of Rs. 200 per day of delay will be imposed.

FAQ :

The AOC-4 form is filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in India to submit a company's annual financial statements and other relevant information regarding its financial performance and legal compliance.

The due date for filing the AOC-4 form for FY 23-24 is 29th October 2024, or within 30 days from the date of the company's annual general meeting.

All companies, including private and public companies, are required to file the AOC-4 form. This includes companies with a paid-up capital of Rs. 5 Crores or more, an annual turnover of Rs. 100 Crores or more, and companies limited by shares, guarantee, or unlisted public companies.

Required documents include the Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Account, Cash Flow Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity, Auditor's Report, and Director's Report.

A penalty of Rs. 100 per day of delay is imposed if the form is filed within 30 days of the due date. If filed more than 30 days late, the penalty increases to Rs. 200 per day.


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