Question 1

What annual filings are mandatory for a private limited company?

Accepted Answer

Every private limited company must file its annual return (Form MGT-7) and financial statements (Form AOC-4) with the government each year, hold an Annual General Meeting, and file its income tax return. There are also event-based filings — like KYC for directors and Form DPT-3 — that recur annually. We handle all of these for you.

Question 2

What happens if I miss a compliance deadline?

Accepted Answer

MCA imposes penalties of ₹100 per day of delay for most forms (AOC-4, MGT-7). After extended delays, the company can be marked as "Active non-compliant" or even struck off. Directors may be disqualified. Bentham sends automated reminders well before deadlines.

Question 3

Do I need an auditor from day one?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every company must appoint an auditor within 30 days of incorporation (form ADT-1). Our in-house auditors will walk you through the best practices.

Question 4

What is INC-20A and when do I need to file it?

Accepted Answer

INC-20A is the declaration of commencement of business. It must be filed within 180 days of incorporation, declaring that every subscriber has paid their subscription amount. Failure to file means the company cannot start business operations.

Question 5

When are these filings due?

Accepted Answer

Each filing has a separate deadline after the end of the financial year, ranging from April to September. We track every deadline and file ahead of time so you never have to think about it.

Question 6

My company had no revenue / was dormant this year. Do I still need to file?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Annual compliances are mandatory whether or not your company did any business or earned any revenue. A dormant or zero-revenue company still has to file its annual return, financial statements, and income tax return. Non-filing carries the same penalties.

Question 7

What documents do you need from me each year?

Accepted Answer

If you incorporated with us — nothing! We'll handle everything from Day 0 while you focus on building your company. Our AI connects with your books of accounts and manages all the filings.

Question 8

Can you take over compliance for a company that's already behind on filings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly help companies that have missed past filings get back into good standing. We'll assess what's pending, calculate the penalties involved, and get you compliant — then keep you on track going forward.

Question 9

Do you also handle my income tax and GST filings?

Accepted Answer

Income tax return filing is part of our annual compliance support. We also offer bundles including GST registration & filings.

Annual Compliance

What's Included

How it works

Connect your company

AI identifies due filings

Documents auto-drafted

Review and approve

Filed before deadline