The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the filing deadline for many company forms to 31st August 2021, covering those due between 1st April and 31st July 2021. However, charge-related forms are excluded. While the circular's wording suggests DPT-3, CFSS-2020, and NDH-1 are included, they were not explicitly listed in previous clarifications. The author believes the deadline is extended but advises filing on the original due date if possible, pending official clarification.
The MCA vide General Circular No. 11/2021 dtd. 30th June 2021, in continuation to its General Circular No. 06/2021 dtd. 3rd May, 2021, has granted additional time up to 31st August2021 to Companies LLPs to file those forms which are due for filing during 1st April2021 to 31st July2021, without any
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FAQ :
Yes, the MCA has granted additional time up to 31st August 2021 for companies and LLPs to file forms due between 1st April 2021 and 31st July 2021, without additional fees.
No, this extension specifically excludes charge-related forms such as CHG-1, CHG-4, and CHG-9.
Based on the circular's wording, it can be inferred that these forms are covered as their due dates fall within the specified period. However, they were not explicitly mentioned in previous lists.
The author concludes that the due date for these forms is indeed extended to 31st August 2021, but anticipates the Ministry may issue a clarification.
To be on the safer side, it is advisable to file these forms on their original due dates if possible, as no official clarification has been issued yet.