27 July 2015
Yes it is mandatory to appoint auditor for 5 years subject to ratification at every AGM. (Section 139 of the Companies Act 2013)
If any of the provisions of sections 139 to 146 (both inclusive) is contravened, the company shall be punishable with fine which shall not be less than Rs. 25,000 but which may extend to Rs. 5,00,000 and every officer in default shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 1 year or with fine which shall not be less than Rs. 10,000 but which may extend to Rs. 1,00,000 or with both.