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The Form MGT-7 filing is a mandatory compliance requirement for all companies to file their annual returns. All companies are obliged to prepare and make submission of their annual return by filing form MGT-7, under Section 91 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013, along with Rule 11 (1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Regulations, 2014.
The filing of form MGT-7 annual return allows the Registrar of Companies to maintain records electronically, based on the statement of correctness given by the company. Moreover, the form MGT-7 filing provides a comprehensive snapshot of the company’s status as of the ned of the financial year.
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Annual return is a snapshot of the company’s specific information which stood close to the financial year. Section 92 of the Companies Act, 2013 requires every company to prepare an annual return containing information on the company’s share capital, indebtedness, directors, shareholders, changes in directorship, and other disclosures.
The annual returns are divided into three major formats, as provided below:
The key benefits of filing form MGT-7 annual return are as discussed below:
Filing out form MGT-7 annual return maintains transparency concerning the company’s performance and compliance status.
Filing form MGT-7 annual return ensures securing compliance with corporate laws to avoid penalties and legal liabilities.
Filing form MGT-7 annual return provides insights into the company’s financial health, shareholder changes, and operational structure.
Form MGT-7 filing facilitates ease of doing business and access to loans, funding, or partnership options.
Filing Form MGT-7 annual return demonstrates commitment towards good corporate governance practices.
Form MGT-7 filing enhances the company’s credibility and reliability towards investors, creditors, and financial institutions.
The entities seeking Form MGT-7 filing must comply with the following conditions as specified below:
Checklist for Form MGT-7 Filing
Have a look at the eligible entities who can proceed with Form MGT-7 filing-
The list of documents required for Form MGT-7 annual return filing is as listed below:
The procedure required for form MGT-7 filing is as discussed below:
Document Preparation
The first step requires the companies to prepare documents and verify necessary information with the company’s statutory registers/ records.
Filing of Form MGT-7
The businesses are further required to access the official MCA portal and file form MGT-7 as of 31st March of the previous year.
Submission of Annual Returns
Once, the form MGT-7 is duly filed, the businesses must make a submission of all the required documents and annual returns on the MCA portal.
Payment of Fees for Filing MGT-7
The companies are further required to make an online payment of ROC fees for filing MGT-7 form, depending upon the company’s authorized capital.
Approval by ROC
Upon the payment of fees for filing MGT-7, the Registrar of Companies acknowledges/ approves all relevant documents and company records duly filed.
The particulars required to be included while filing form MGT-7 annual return are as discussed below:
The conditions for placing the annual return for ROC Form MGT 7 as prescribed under section 94 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013, along read with Rule 15 (6) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Regulations, 2014, are as discussed below:
The annual return in Form MGT-7 must be kept either at the company’s registered office or at a location where at least 1/10th of the members resides as listed in the Register of Members.
The annual return in ROC Form MGT 7 must be presented to the members granting approval through a special resolution.
An advanced copy of the annual return in Form MGT-7 must be submitted to the ROC at least one day before the AGM using Form MGT-14.
Have a look over the key features of the MGT-7A Form as discussed below:
The fees required for filing MGT-7A form are as outlined below:
The difference between form MGT-7 and form MGT-7A are as discussed below:
| S. No. | Aspect | Form MGT-7 | Form MGT-7A |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Meaning | Form MGT-7 is an annual return filed in the manner as prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013. | Form MGT-7A is an annual return for small companies introduced by MCA in 2021. |
| 2. | Purpose | It is a comprehensive document that provides vital information concerning the activities, financial, and governance practices of a company. | It is a simplified version of MGT-7 that aims at reducing the compliance burden while ensuring the availability of essential information to stakeholders. |
| 3. | Applicability | Form MGT-7 must be filed by every small or large public and private company, except small businesses or OPCs. | MGT-7A Form must be filed by One Person Companies and Small Companies having a paid-up share capital of Rs. 2 crores and a business turnover of Rs. 20 crores. |
| 4. | Financial Disclosure | Disclosure of detailed financial information, shareholders, and indebtedness. | Disclosure of limited financial and operational data. |
The consequences of non-compliance with the timely Form MGT-7 Filing, as specified in Section 95 (2) of the Companies Act, 2013, are as discussed below:
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Written by Aarya Pokharel. Last updated on Nov 11 2025, 09:48 PM
Aarya Pokharel brings 3 years of solid experience in legal research and compliance. Her expertise spans tax filing, secretarial compliances, and advisory services, with a strong focus on delivering precise legal research and strategic advisory support.
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