Annual Compliance for Section 8 Companies
SECTION 8 COMPANY is a Non -Proft Organization. Section 8 company means a Company formed for the purpose of promotion of commerce, art, science, education and research, sports, welfare, religion, protection of environment or any other social object.
Compliances: The act of obeying an applicable law, rule, regulation, guidelines, and the requirements from the regulatory authorities etc.
Why is compliance important for companies:
- Avoids fines and penalties
- Protect from legal prosecution and action
- Build the good market reputation
- Protect the interest of the stakeholders and investor
- Increase the revenue of the business.
The Mandatory Annual Compliances of a Section 8 Companies are as follows:
| S.NO | REQUIRED FORM | DESCRIPTION | TIMELINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INC-20A | Declaration of commencement of business | Within 180 days from the date of incorporation. |
| 2 | ADT-1 | Appointment of First statutory auditor | Within 30 days from the date of incorporation. |
| 3 | MBP-1 | Disclosure of interest by director | In first board meeting of financial year and whenever there is a change in the disclosures. |
| 4 | DPT-3 | Return of deposit or particulars of transaction not considered as deposit or both. | On or before 30th June of every year |
| 5 | Income Tax Return | Income tax returns need to be filed on or before 30th September for the financial year. | |
| 6 | DIR-3KYC | Directors’ KYC (for individuals holding DIN) only for Two Directors | Within 6 months from end of financial year. |
| 7 | ADT-1 | Appointment of subsequent statutory auditor | Within 15 days of appointment of an auditor |
| 8 | AOC-4 | Filing of annual accounts. | Within 30 days from the date of AGM. |
| 9 | MGT-7A | Filing of annual return | Within 60 days from the date of AGM. |
