An annual compliance checklist for Indian companies

Every company has recurring obligations. Use this as a starting checklist and confirm dates with a professional.

• Board meetings and AGM: hold the required meetings and keep minutes.
• Statutory audit: appoint an auditor and complete the audit.
• Financial statements and annual return: file with the Registrar of Companies within the due dates after the AGM.
• Director KYC: directors complete annual KYC.
• Income tax return and tax audit where applicable.
• GST and TDS returns through the year.
• Registers and records: maintain statutory registers.

Missing filings leads to additional fees and, over time, serious consequences for the company and its directors. A compliance calendar and a professional on retainer are the easiest safeguards.