Annual Return Certifications

Certifications

Annual Return Certifications

Annual returns (MGT-7) and financial statements (AOC-4) filed with the ROC require certification by a Company Secretary in practice. We certify the annual return, certify compliance with secretarial standards, and provide certifications for financial statements as required under the Companies Act, 2013.

Why certification matters

  • Mandatory for ROC filing
  • Ensures accuracy of disclosures
  • Compliance with secretarial standards
  • Avoids penalties for non-filing

What we certify

  • MGT-7 (Annual Return)
  • AOC-4 (Financial Statements)
  • Secretarial standards compliance
  • Director KYC & other forms

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Overview

What are Annual Return Certifications?

Under the Companies Act, 2013, the annual return (MGT-7) must be certified by a Company Secretary in practice. The certificate confirms that the annual return has been drawn up in accordance with the Act and that it contains a correct and adequate representation of the company's affairs. Similarly, AOC-4 (financial statements) may require certification in certain cases. We verify the data, ensure compliance with secretarial standards, and issue the certification so you can file with the ROC within due dates.

Requirements

What We Need

We need these to issue the certifications.

Draft MGT-7

Draft annual return with all schedules.

Financial Statements

Audited financials, board report for AOC-4.

Statutory Registers

Register of members, directors, transfers.

AGM Documents

AGM notice, minutes, attendance.

Director KYC

DIR-3 KYC for directors if applicable.

Authorisation

Board resolution or authority to certify.

Process

Certification Process

1

Document Collection

Collect draft MGT-7, AOC-4, registers, and AGM documents.

2

Verification

Verify data against statutory registers and records.

3

Certification

Issue certificate in prescribed format. Sign and seal.

4

Filing Support

Provide certified forms for ROC filing. Assist with e-filing if needed.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about annual return certifications.

MGT-7 and AOC-4 are due within 60 days of AGM. For companies with financial year ending 31 March, typically by 29 November. OPC and small companies may have extended dates. We ensure certification is done well before the deadline.

Yes. We can prepare MGT-7 and AOC-4 from your records, certify them, and assist with ROC filing. We offer end-to-end annual compliance packages.

We can still certify and file. Late filing attracts additional fees. We advise on compounding if needed and help you get compliant.