When Does ROC Compliance Apply?

The Corporate Law You Can't Ignore

Once your startup is registered as a <a href="/startup-finance-glossary/what-is-private-limited-company">Private Limited Company</a> or LLP, it comes under the purview of the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and the <a href="/startup-finance-glossary/what-is-companies-act-2013">Companies Act, 2013</a>. From this moment, you are subject to a set of mandatory annual and event-based compliance requirements.

Ignoring these obligations is not an option. The penalties for non-compliance are severe, including hefty daily fines and potential disqualification of directors. For a founder, understanding these basics is crucial.

Key ROC Compliance Triggers for Startups

• Immediately After Incorporation: You must appoint your first auditor within 30 days.
• Annually: You must hold an <a href="/startup-finance-glossary/what-is-annual-general-meeting-agm">Annual General Meeting (AGM)</a> and file your financial statements (Form AOC-4) and Annual Return (Form MGT-7).
• Quarterly: You must hold at least one Board Meeting every quarter, with a maximum gap of 120 days between two meetings.
• Event-Based: Any significant change—such as a new director, a change in registered office, an increase in share capital, or raising funds—requires a specific form to be filed with the ROC, usually within 30 days.

Our Solution: Proactive Secretarial Compliance

Keeping track of these numerous deadlines and procedures is a full-time job. Our dedicated corporate secretarial team manages all your ROC compliance on a retainer basis.

We maintain your statutory registers, prepare minutes for your board meetings, and handle all annual and event-based filings, ensuring your company remains in good legal standing so you can focus on your business.