The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has issued an Exposure Draft for a revised Guidance Note on the Companies (Auditor's Report) Order, 2020 (CARO 2020). This guidance aims to assist auditors in complying with the reporting requirements of CARO 2020, which is applicable for audits of financial years from 2021-22 onwards. The note clarifies the scope, applicability, and specific reporting obligations under CARO 2020, superseding the previous CARO 2016.
Introduction
1. The Central Government, in exercise of the powers conferred, under sub-section (11) of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the Act), issued the Companies (Auditors Report) Order, 2020, (CARO 2020/ the Order) vide Order number S.O. 849(E) dated 25th F
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FAQ :
CARO 2020, the Companies (Auditor's Report) Order, 2020, is an order issued by the Central Government under the Companies Act, 2013. It requires auditors to include specific statements in their audit reports concerning various aspects of a company's operations and financial status.
CARO 2020 was initially set to apply for audits of the financial year 2019-20, but its applicability was deferred by one year. It is now applicable for audits of the financial year 2021-22 and onwards.
The purpose of the Guidance Note is to help auditors comply with the reporting requirements stipulated in CARO 2020. It provides guidance on various matters on which auditors are required to report.
CARO 2020 generally does not apply to banking companies, insurance companies, companies licensed under section 8 of the Act, one person companies, small companies, and certain private limited companies meeting specific financial criteria.
Yes, CARO 2020 applies to foreign companies that have a place of business in India and conduct business activities in India, provided an audit of their financial statements is required under the Companies Act.
The Guidance Note is an Exposure Draft, meaning it is a draft for public comment. The guidance provided is not exhaustive, and auditors should use their professional judgement and experience.