Annual compliance is a bundle, not one filing
A company normally needs books closure, financial statements, statutory audit, board/shareholder records, income tax return and ROC forms such as financial statement and annual return filings where applicable.
Situations this page is built for
- Your company financial year has ended.
- Books are not closed for audit.
- AOC-4/MGT-7 or annual return filing is pending.
- You need auditor/CA/CS coordination.
- You want to regularise old pending compliance.
Documents and details usually required
- Incorporation documents, PAN, TAN and GST details.
- Books of accounts and bank statements.
- Invoices, expense proofs and payroll details.
- Shareholding and director details.
- Board minutes, agreements and statutory registers.
- Previous year financial statements and ROC filings.
Practical process before hiring
Close books
Complete accounting, bank reconciliation and schedules.
Prepare financial statements
Finalise P&L, balance sheet, notes and supporting schedules.
Complete audit and tax filing
Coordinate statutory audit and income tax return.
File ROC forms
Prepare and file applicable annual forms after approvals and signatures.
What to expect in India
| Work type | Typical price range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Small company annual package | Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 60,000 | 15-30 days |
| Company with cleanup/audit complexity | Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 1,50,000 | 30-45 days |
| Multiple years pending | Case-specific | Depends on backlog |
Prices vary by documents, urgency, city, professional experience and whether previous periods need cleanup.
Common red flags and mistakes
- Assuming zero business means zero compliance.
- Not maintaining board minutes and statutory registers.
- Waiting until ROC additional fees start.
- Separating accountant, auditor and CS without coordination.
- Not reconciling GST/TDS before final accounts.
What to mention when you post
- Entity type, financial year, turnover and compliance deadline.
- Whether books are final, partly ready or need cleanup before filing/audit.
- Which forms/reports are needed: audit report, ROC forms, ITR, financial statements or board records.
- Number of pending years, if any.
- Whether DSC, MCA login, previous filings and financial statements are available.
How to choose the right professional
- Confirm professional qualification and whether certification/signature is included.
- Ask for a document checklist before work starts.
- Clarify whether accounting cleanup is included or billed separately.
- Check who coordinates CA, CS, DSC, MCA and tax filing steps.
- Insist on deadline tracking and proof of filing/challans.
Questions people ask before hiring
Does every private company need annual compliance?
Yes, annual statutory and filing obligations generally continue even if business activity is low.
Is ROC filing same as income tax return?
No. ROC/MCA filings and income tax return are separate compliance requirements.
Can one professional handle everything?
Some firms coordinate accounting, audit, tax and ROC. Others may involve CA and CS separately.
Can WorkIndex help compare packages?
Yes. Post company status, turnover and pending years to compare quotes.