The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“MCA”) has informed through its ‘News and Important Updates” segment on its website that the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014 is proposed to be amended shortly. The Amendment is being proposed to levy additional fee of Rs.100 per day for filings under Section 92 (Annual Return) or 137 (Annual Financial Statement) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Once the Amendment is notified, an additional fee of Rs.100 per day (beyond the normal date of filing) shall become payable in respect of Forms 23AC, 23ACA, 23AC XBRL, 23ACA XBRL, MGT-7, AoC-4, AoC-4 XBRL and AoC-4 CFS. Stakeholders have been advised to take note of the same and plan accordingly.
Source: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
