FORM MGT -7

15-02-2025

Form MGT-7 is an annual return that companies registered in India must file with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) under the Companies Act, 2013. It contains key details about the company’s structure, management, shareholding, and compliance status.

Applicability

• Mandatory for: Every company, except One Person Company (OPC) and Small Companies, which file Form MGT-7A instead.

.Due Date:

• Within 60 days from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
• For most companies, this means the due date is December 29 (if the AGM was held on September 30).

Key Information in Form MGT-7

• Company Details – Name, CIN, Registered Office, etc.
• Principal Business Activities – Revenue-wise classification.
• Shareholding Pattern – Details of promoters, public shareholding, changes during the year.
• Directors & Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs) – Their appointments, resignations, and changes.
• Meetings of Members & Board – Number and dates of meetings held.
• Remuneration Details – Directors, KMPs, and top employees.
• Penalties & Compounding of Offences – If applicable.

Filing Fees (Based on Company’s Authorized Share Capital)

• Up to ₹1,00,000 – ₹200
• ₹1,00,000 to ₹4,99,999 – ₹300
• ₹5,00,000 to ₹24,99,999 – ₹400
• ₹25,00,000 to ₹99,99,999 – ₹500
• ₹1 crore and above – ₹600

Late Filing Penalty

• ₹100 per day of delay, with no maximum limit.

Filing Process

1. Prepare the MGT-7 form with all necessary details.
2. Get it digitally signed by a Director/Company Secretary.
3. File it on the MCA portal along with the applicable fees.