At a glance
| What it is | Your company's annual return: shareholders, directors, meetings and more |
| Which form | MGT-7A for small companies and OPCs. MGT-7 for all others |
| When it is due | Within 60 days of the annual general meeting. An OPC files within 60 days of when its AGM would be due |
| Certified annual return | Above certain size limits, a practising company secretary certifies it (MGT-8) |
| Who signs | A director, and the company secretary where there is one |
| If it is late | Late fees and penalties apply. |
| What we do | We prepare it from your record. Experts check it, and a professional files it. |
How it is filed
- Hold the AGM.
- We prepare the return from your record.
- A director signs, with the company secretary if there is one.
- A practising company secretary certifies it above the size limits.
- Filed within 60 days of the AGM.
Common mistakes
- A shareholder list that doesn't match the register.
- The wrong form for your company's size.
- Meetings missing or miscounted.
- No MGT-8 certificate when one is needed.
Get a clear quote
Tell us your company type and how many directors you have. We send a clear quote to your account.
How do I know if we are a small company?
It depends on your paid-up capital and turnover. We check it from your record every year.
What if we file late?
The registrar charges a fee for each day of delay. We track the date for you.