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Latest MCA Circulars, Notifications & Updates
MCA Circulars are official communications issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Companies Act, 2013. They clarify procedural requirements, grant extensions, and amend compliance deadlines for registered companies and LLPs in India. This page tracks all latest MCA circulars, notifications, orders, consultation papers and clarifications.
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All MCA Regulatory Updates and Circulars
Relaxation in paying additional fees in case of delay in filing DPT-3 for Financial Year ended on 31 March 2026 up to 31st July 2026-reg.
MandatoryMCA Extends DPT-3 Due Date to 31 July 2026 for FY 2025–26 — General Circular 02/2026
MCA General Circular 02/2026 dated June 19, 2026 extends the DPT-3 (Return of Deposits) filing deadline for FY 2025–26 from 30 June 2026 to 31 July 2026 without additional fees. Extension granted due to MCA Data Center fire incident on 05 June 2026.
Relaxation in paying additional fees in case of delay in filing DPT-3 for Financial Year ended on 31 March 2026 up to 31st July 2026-reg.
20 June 2026Eff. 19 June 202610 min
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Form AOC‑4 Filing for FY 2025‑26: Due Dates, MCA V3 Changes and Step‑by‑Step Guide
Practical guide to Form AOC‑4 filing for FY 2025‑26 under the MCA V3 regime. Explains who must file, due dates, revised e‑forms, CSR‑2 linking, new Board’s Report disclosures and penalties so companies avoid last‑minute ROC non‑compliance.
13 June 202634 min
MCA Gazette Notification G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026
Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Amendment Rules, 2026 G.S.R. 432(E) | Dated: June 1, 2026
MCA amends Rule 12(1)(i) of the Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules, 2017 via G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026 — mandating a minimum paid-up share capital of ₹25 lakh for Registered Valuers Organisations (RVOs). Existing non-compliant RVOs get transition time until March 31, 2028.
MCA Gazette Notification G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026
6 June 2026Eff. 3 June 202620 min
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018
Buy-back of Shares under Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Buy-back Regulations, 2018
Detailed guide on buy-back of shares under Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Buy-back Regulations, covering limits, approvals, tender offer, forms, CRR, penalties, restrictions and latest SEBI updates.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018
3 June 202629 min
MCA Gazette Notifications G.S.R. 415(E) and G.S.R. 416(E)
MandatoryMCA Allows CSR Spending through Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments on Social Stock Exchange
MCA allows CSR spending through Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments on Social Stock Exchange, subject to 10% CSR cap, project tenure limits, Schedule VII recognition and SEBI-linked compliance.
MCA Gazette Notifications G.S.R. 415(E) and G.S.R. 416(E)
29 May 2026Eff. 27 May 202616 min
MCA General Circular No. 02/2026 dated 19 June 2026 — DPT-3 extension to 31 July 2026 (data centre fire)
MandatoryForm DPT-3 Filing Guide for FY 2025–26 — Deadline, Process, Exemptions and Penalties
Complete filing guide for Form DPT-3 under Rule 16 and Rule 16A of Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Covers applicability, director loans, inter-company transactions, MCA V3 filing steps, late fee slabs (2× to 12×), Section 76A penalties, and extended due date of 31 July 2026.
MCA General Circular No. 02/2026 dated 19 June 2026 — DPT-3 extension to 31 July 2026 (data centre fire)
25 May 2026Eff. 30 June 202631 min
G.S.R. 358(E) dated 30 May 2025 | Companies (Reg. Offices & Fees) Amendment Rules 2026
MGT-7 Annual Return Filing Guide 2026: Due Date, MCA V3 Changes, MGT-7A Eligibility, Fees & Penalties
Complete guide to filing MGT-7 / MGT-7A for FY 2025-26. Covers due date (60 days from AGM), MCA V3 portal changes, GPS coordinates, registered office photograph, small company threshold, and step-by-step V3 filing process.
G.S.R. 358(E) dated 30 May 2025 | Companies (Reg. Offices & Fees) Amendment Rules 2026
7 May 2026Eff. 14 July 202531 min
Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026| PRS Legislative Research + Official Bill (Lok Sabha)
MandatoryCorporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 — Complete Analysis of Companies Act & LLP Changes
The Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 introduces major changes to the Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008, including IFSC reforms, NFRA overhaul, small company threshold increase, AGM flexibility, buy-back liberalisation, and valuation regulation.
Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026| PRS Legislative Research + Official Bill (Lok Sabha)
5 May 202632 min
MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 31st December, 2025
MandatoryDIR-3 KYC 2026 Complete Guide: New 3-Year Filing Cycle, Deadline, Fees, Step-by-Step Process & Consequences of Non-Filing
MCA has restructured Director KYC compliance effective 31 March 2026 — replacing annual filing with a triennial cycle. Directors must now file Form DIR-3 KYC Web once every 3 financial years by 30 June. Two old forms merged into one. G.S.R. 943(E)
MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 31st December, 2025
3 May 2026Eff. 31 March 202620 min
Advisory for Stakeholders for Name Reservation and Incorporation of Company and LLP
MandatoryMCA Advisory 2026 – Complete Guide on Name Reservation and Incorporation of Company and LLP
MCA issues advisory on name reservation and incorporation of Company and LLP. Covers 2026 CRC rejections, NOC rules, trademark checks, registered office documents, SPICe+ compliance, LLP norms, and scenario-wise document requirements for subscribers
Advisory for Stakeholders for Name Reservation and Incorporation of Company and LLP
1 May 2026Eff. 12 March 202625 min
G.S.R. 169(E) — Companies (Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2026
Companies (Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2026 – AS 22 Updated for OECD Pillar Two Model Rules
MCA amends AS 22 via Companies (Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2026 to incorporate OECD Pillar Two Global Minimum Tax rules — adding deferred tax exception and new disclosure requirements.
G.S.R. 169(E) — Companies (Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2026
29 April 2026Eff. 10 March 202612 min
MCA General Circular No. 01/2026 – Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026)
MCA Introduces Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme 2026 (CCFS-2026) – Big Relief for Defaulting Companies
MCA has introduced the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026), giving companies a one-time opportunity to complete pending annual filings, apply for dormant status, or strike off inactive companies with significantly reduced fees. The scheme is effective from 15/04 to 15/07/2026
MCA General Circular No. 01/2026 – Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026)
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MCA Compliance & Regulatory FAQs
Essential compliance answers for Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, and corporate legal teams.
Q.Are MCA circulars legally binding under the Companies Act, 2013?
Yes. Circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs clarify procedural requirements, statutory compliance timelines, and interpretations of the Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008. They are legally binding on all registered companies, LLPs, and directors in India.
Q.Where can compliance professionals verify official MCA notifications?
Official MCA circulars, notifications, and orders are published directly on the MCA21 portal (mca.gov.in) under the Notifications & Circulars repository. CorpLawUpdates tracks and summarizes them daily with direct links to official gazette copies.
Q.What is the difference between an MCA notification and a circular?
An MCA notification amends statutory rules, enacts new sections of the Companies Act, or modifies statutory fee schedules (published in the Gazette of India). An MCA circular provides administrative clarifications, procedural relief, or filing extensions without amending substantive statutory provisions.
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- ✓MCA issues circulars, notifications, orders, and consultation papers.
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