MCA Extends FY 2024-25 Annual Filing Deadline to 31st January 2026 Without Late Fees



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The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced an extension for the annual filing deadline for the financial year 2024-25. Companies now have until 31st January 2026 to submit their annual returns and financial statements without incurring any additional fees. This relief applies to specific e-forms, including MGT-7/7A and AOC-4, and follows representations from various stakeholders. The MCA has confirmed that all other conditions from previous circulars remain in effect.

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued General Circular No. 08/2025, granting an extension of time and waiver of additional fees for filing annual returns and financial statements for FY 2024-25. The circular, dated 30 December 2025, allows companies to complete their pending annual filings up to 31 January 2026 without paying any additional fees, responding to multiple representations received from stakeholders. Forms Covered Under the Relaxation The relaxation applies to the f
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FAQ :

The deadline for filing annual returns and financial statements for FY 2024-25 has been extended to 31st January 2026.

No, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has waived additional fees for filings submitted up to 31st January 2026.

The extension applies to MGT-7/MGT-7A (Annual Return) and AOC-4/AOC-4 CFS/AOC-4 (XBRL)/AOC-4 NBFC/AOC-4 CFS NBFC (Financial Statements) for FY 2024-25.

The extension was granted in response to multiple representations received from stakeholders, providing relief to companies and professionals facing compliance backlogs.

Yes, the MCA has clarified that all other conditions and requirements of the earlier circulars remain unchanged.




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