ROC Annual Filing for OPC
Mandatory annual compliance for One Person Companies to avoid penalties, DIN disqualification, and strike-off.
AOC-4 • MGT-7 • ADT-1 • Companies Act, 2013
@ Rs. 2,999 – 5,999 *
Due: Sep 30 · Online Process · Facilitation
Also Get Absolutely Free
AOC-4 (Financials)
+MGT-7 (Annual Return)
+ADT-1 (Auditor Appt.)
+Filing Compliance Certificate
*Facilitation Fees. Government Charges Extra.
Why Timely ROC Filing for OPC Is Critical
ROC annual filing is mandatory for OPCs even if no business activity has occurred. Failure to file AOC-4 and MGT-7 results in uncapped penalties of ₹100 per day per form and risks DIN disqualification. Timely compliance ensures the company remains active and legally protected.
Key Benefits of OPC ROC Compliance
Helps in maintaining 'Active' status on the MCA Portal
Protection from steep penalties and legal actions
Boosts confidence and trust among stakeholders
Avoids mandatory strike-off due to non-filing
Pre-Requisites for OPC ROC Filing
Auditor Report, Audited Balance Sheet & Profit and Loss Account
Signature of the Director on financials and forms
DIN of Director and Nominee should be in APPROVED status
One valid Digital Signature (DSC) of the Director
Appointment of Statutory Auditor via Form ADT-1 (mandatory)
Lawizer Deliverables
- Filed e-forms with MCA (AOC-4, MGT-7, ADT-1)
- MCA payment challan for filing fees
- Auditor's Report and Financial Statements
- Certificate of filing compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. ROC return filing is mandatory even if the OPC has not carried out any business activity. Nil returns must also be filed every year.
The mandatory forms are AOC-4 (Financial Statements), MGT-7 (Annual Return), and ADT-1 (Appointment of Auditor).
The first annual filing is due on 30th December of the year following incorporation. Subsequent filings are due on 30th September every year.
The sole Director of the OPC is responsible for ROC compliance and filing of annual returns.
A late fee of ₹100 per day applies on both AOC-4 and MGT-7 without any maximum cap. ADT-1 also attracts penalties depending on delay.
No. OPCs are exempt from holding an Annual General Meeting (AGM). Resolutions are signed and recorded by the sole member/director.