ROC Compliance Checker — Annual Filing Calendar & Penalty Calculator
Free ROC compliance checker for Indian companies. View your annual compliance calendar (AOC-4, MGT-7, ADT-1, DIR-3 KYC, DPT-3, MSME-1), calculate late filing penalties, and validate CIN. Updated for Companies Act 2013.
Configure Your Company
Set company type and FY to generate your compliance calendar
Most common structure for startups and SMEs
Apr 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026
Default: Sep 30, 2026
Required only for new companies
Compliance Health Score
1 overdue filing detected. Late fees of ₹100/day are accumulating. File immediately to stop penalty accrual.
Annual Compliance Calendar — FY 2025-26 (Current)
Event-Based Filings
These filings are triggered by specific events — not by a fixed annual date. Late filing attracts ₹100/day penalty from the due date.
Change in Directors / KMP
Appointment, resignation, or any change in Director or Key Managerial Personnel
Filing Board / Special Resolutions
Mandatory filing of certain resolutions passed at Board or General Meetings
Return of Allotment of Shares
Return to be filed after any fresh allotment of equity or preference shares
Change in Authorized Capital
Increase in authorized share capital after ordinary resolution in General Meeting
Significant Beneficial Owner
Return of SBO upon receiving BEN-1 declaration from significant beneficial owners
Change of Registered Office
Intimation of shift of registered office within same city/village/town
Board Meeting Compliance
Minimum 4 Board Meetings per Year
Every company must hold at least 4 Board Meetings in a calendar year under Section 173 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Maximum 120-Day Gap
The time gap between two consecutive Board Meetings must not exceed 120 days. Violation attracts penalty on directors.
First Meeting within 30 Days
The first Board Meeting of a newly incorporated company must be held within 30 days from the date of incorporation.
Minimum 2 Directors for Quorum
Quorum for a Board Meeting is 1/3rd of total directors or 2 directors, whichever is higher. Meeting without quorum is invalid.
ROC Compliance Best Practices
Set Calendar Reminders
Add AGM, AOC-4, and MGT-7 due dates to your calendar as soon as the FY ends. Aim to file 2 weeks before the deadline.
File NIL Returns Too
Even if DPT-3 or MSME-1 shows zero amounts, file a NIL return. Non-filing attracts the same penalties regardless.
DIR-3 KYC is Individual
Every director must individually file their KYC by Sep 30. A delay by even one director can block all company filings.
Appoint a CS Early
A practicing Company Secretary (CS) ensures timely filing, handles notices, and files the certified Annual Return for larger companies.
Maintain Digital Records
Keep board meeting minutes, resolutions, shareholder registers, and financial records digitally for quick turnaround during filing season.
Monitor MCA Circulars
The MCA regularly issues condonation schemes with waived late fees. Watch for amnesty schemes — they can save significant penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ROC compliance for Indian companies
Important Disclaimer: This tool provides indicative ROC compliance due dates and penalty estimates for reference purposes only. Due dates may change based on government notifications, MCA circulars, and amnesty schemes. The penalty calculations are based on Section 403 of the Companies Act, 2013 and may not include compounding fees, prosecution costs, or changes introduced by recent amendments. Always consult a Chartered Accountant or Company Secretary for your specific compliance requirements.
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