ICAI Issues FAQs on Guidance Note on Financial Statements for Non-Corporate Entities

Last updated: 09 July 2025


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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has published Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding its new Guidance Note on Financial Statements for Non-Corporate Entities. This guidance, effective from April 1, 2024, aims to standardise financial reporting for a wide range of entities, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and trusts. It introduces revised classifications for Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Entities (MSMEs) and Large Entities, with specific exemptions for MSMEs from certain accounting standards.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has issued FAQs on Guidance Note for Financial Statements of Non-Corporate Entities, effective for accounting periods beginning on or after April 1, 2024. Developed jointly by the Accounting Standards Board (ASB) and Auditing and Assurance Stand
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FAQ :

The Guidance Note is effective for accounting periods beginning on or after April 1, 2024.

It applies to sole proprietorships, HUFs, partnership firms, associations of persons, societies, trusts, resident welfare associations, statutory corporations, and autonomous bodies not governed by the Companies Act or LLP Act.

Yes, entities like not-for-profits, political parties, and educational institutions already governed by specific ICAI guidance or statutory requirements are exempt.

Entities are classified as MSMEs if their turnover is up to Rs 50 crore and borrowings do not exceed Rs 50 crore. Entities not meeting these criteria are classified as Large Entities.

Yes, MSMEs are granted certain exemptions and relaxations, particularly from AS 3 (Cash Flow Statements), AS 17 (Segment Reporting), AS 20 (Earnings per Share), AS 24 (Discontinuing Operations), and certain disclosures under other standards.

The Guidance Note emphasizes the auditor's responsibility in reporting non-compliance by clients and provides clarity on whether such non-adherence necessitates a modified audit opinion.




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