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Statutory Registers
Mandatory registers to be maintained by every company under Companies Act 2013, including Register of Members (MGT-1), Register of Directors (MBP-1), Register of Charges (CHG-7), Register of Contracts (MBP-4), and others.
Last updated: 17 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)🔗
Q1. What is Statutory Registers in Indian corporate law?▼
Mandatory registers to be maintained by every company under Companies Act 2013, including Register of Members (MGT-1), Register of Directors (MBP-1), Register of Charges (CHG-7), Register of Contracts (MBP-4), and others.
Q2. Why is Statutory Registers important for compliance?▼
Statutory Registers is governed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Companies Act, 2013. Understanding this concept is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance, avoiding penalties, and making informed corporate decisions in India.
Q3. Who should know about Statutory Registers?▼
Statutory Registers is relevant for company secretaries, compliance officers, chartered accountants, corporate lawyers, board members, and all professionals dealing with MCA regulatory matters in India.
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