Fact-check notes
Last fact-checked: 2026-06-04
MCA forms, company incorporation, ROC filing and LLP compliance should be verified against current MCA V3 forms, master data and applicable company/LLP facts before submission.
This page is preparation guidance for scoping work on WorkIndex. Ask the expert to verify active law, portal forms, notifications and your documents before filing or signing anything.
What this covers
Annual filing cost in India depends on entity type, bookkeeping quality, audit applicability, ROC forms, tax return complexity and whether GST/TDS cleanup is needed before filing.
- Private limited companies usually need accounts, statutory audit, AOC-4/MGT-7 or relevant variants, ITR and event-form cleanup if pending.
- LLPs usually compare Form 8, Form 11, ITR, accounting and audit applicability based on contribution and turnover.
- OPCs can have simpler ownership but still need annual compliance and audit/tax review.
- Ask experts to separate government fees, additional fees, accounting cleanup, audit and filing professional fees.
Who this is for
- Founder choosing entity type.
- Company with annual filing backlog.
- LLP comparing recurring compliance cost.
- Startup preparing a yearly compliance budget.
Documents and details to prepare
- Entity type, incorporation date and MCA master data.
- Books, bank statements and financial statements.
- Audit applicability and auditor details.
- Prior filings, challans and pending additional fees.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Comparing quotes without stating entity type and backlog.
- Ignoring accounting cleanup before ROC filing.
- Forgetting auditor appointment or director KYC.
- Treating government fee and professional fee as one amount.
How to brief the expert
- Mention the city, entity type, transaction value, deadline and current portal status.
- Upload or list the records available so the expert can quote accurately.
- Ask for scope, deliverables, timeline, assumptions and government fee exclusions in writing.
- Keep acknowledgements, challans, filings, certificates and advice notes after completion.
FAQs
Can WorkIndex help with this?
Yes. Post your requirement and compare relevant experts by scope, quote, timeline and supporting documents needed.
Is this page legal or tax advice?
No. It is a preparation guide. Your expert should verify current law, portal forms, notifications and your documents before filing or signing.
What should I include in my post?
Include the city, year or period, entity type, deadline, notices if any, documents available and whether you need filing, review, drafting or ongoing support.