The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026), a one-time opportunity for companies to regularize pending filings. This scheme, active from April 15 to July 15, 2026, allows businesses to file overdue annual returns and financial statements by paying only 10% of additional fees, apply for dormant status at half cost, or strike off companies at 25% of filing fees. It aims to help companies, especially MSMEs, clean up compliance records and avoid penalties.
In a festive conversation inspired by Gudi Padwa, Arjuna asks Krishna about a new initiative by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Krishna explains the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026), a one-time opportunity for companies to regularize pending filings at significantly redu
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FAQ :
CCFS-2026 is a one-time scheme by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs offering companies a chance to regularize pending filings at significantly reduced fees.
Companies can file pending annual filings by paying only 10% of additional fees, apply for dormant status at half the normal fee, or strike off companies by paying 25% of the filing fees.
The scheme is effective from April 15, 2026, to July 15, 2026.
It applies to most companies that have missed filing yearly papers like Annual Returns or Financial Statements, excluding those already decided for closure or those who applied for inactive status before the scheme began.
Yes, by filing overdue papers during the scheme period, companies can avoid heavy penalties for late filings and legal consequences.