{"id":3192,"date":"2026-09-23T18:16:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T12:46:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/?p=3192"},"modified":"2026-09-23T18:16:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T12:46:51","slug":"mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/","title":{"rendered":"MGT-7 &amp; MGT-7A Due Date for FY 2025-26 \u2013 Exact Calculation After AGM (Post CCFS Closure)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If your company has already concluded its Annual General Meeting for FY 2025-26, the clock is ticking loudly. The <strong>MGT-7 due date FY 2025-26<\/strong> is not a fixed calendar date \u2014 it is directly calculated from your AGM date, and most companies get this wrong, triggering expensive penalties. Whether you run a private limited company in Jaipur, a public listed entity in Mumbai, or a foreign-incorporated subsidiary operating in India, this single filing deadline can make or break your <strong>MCA annual compliance calendar 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/\">Khanna &amp; Associates<\/a>, one of the best law firms in Jaipur and a recognised name among top law firms in India, we have guided hundreds of companies \u2014 domestic and foreign \u2014 through precise, penalty-free annual return filings. This guide provides the most accurate, updated, and legally verified information on MGT-7 and MGT-7A due dates after AGM for FY 2025-26, including the impact of the recent CCFS portal closure by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>External Reference: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mca.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MCA21 Official Portal \u2014 Company Filing Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-825x1024.png\" alt=\"MGT-7\" class=\"wp-image-3194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-825x1024.png 825w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-768x953.png 768w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-1237x1536.png 1237w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-1650x2048.png 1650w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud-1200x1490.png 1200w, https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gemini_Generated_Image_v6udkev6udkev6ud.png 1856w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#What_is_MGT-7_MGT-7A_%E2%80%93_Complete_Definition_Overview\" >What is MGT-7 &amp; MGT-7A? \u2013 Complete Definition &amp; Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#Legal_Framework_Regulations_Governing_MGT-7_in_India\" >Legal Framework &amp; Regulations Governing MGT-7 in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#Key_Legal_Insights_Compliance_Rules_Penalty_Framework\" >Key Legal Insights, Compliance Rules &amp; Penalty Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#Common_Mistakes_Legal_Challenges_%E2%80%94_Indian_Foreign_Clients\" >Common Mistakes &amp; Legal Challenges \u2014 Indian &amp; Foreign Clients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#Expert_Tips_from_Senior_Advocates_at_Khanna_Associates\" >Expert Tips from Senior Advocates at Khanna &amp; Associates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#Conclusion_%E2%80%94_File_Smart_Stay_Compliant\" >Conclusion \u2014 File Smart, Stay Compliant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/blog\/mgt-7-due-date-fy-2025-26\/#%E2%9D%93_FAQ_SECTION\" >\u2753 FAQ SECTION<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_MGT-7_MGT-7A_%E2%80%93_Complete_Definition_Overview\"><\/span>What is MGT-7 &amp; MGT-7A? \u2013 Complete Definition &amp; Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MGT-7<\/strong> is the statutory Annual Return form that every company registered under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mca.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Companies Act, 2013<\/a> is required to file with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). It captures a comprehensive snapshot of the company&#8217;s shareholders, directors, share capital, debentures, board meetings, and key managerial personnel as of the close of the financial year \u2014 March 31, 2026 for FY 2025-26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MGT-7A<\/strong> is a simplified, shorter version of the same form, introduced in 2021 specifically for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One Person Companies (OPCs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small Companies (as defined under Section 2(85) of the Companies Act, 2013)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For international investors and foreign companies with Indian subsidiaries, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/company-formation-setup-business-in-india.html\">Company Formation and business setup in India<\/a> process triggers an immediate MGT-7 obligation from the very first financial year of operation. Missing this filing signals non-compliance to Indian regulatory authorities \u2014 a serious risk during due diligence, fundraising, or M&amp;A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Framework_Regulations_Governing_MGT-7_in_India\"><\/span>Legal Framework &amp; Regulations Governing MGT-7 in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>Section 92 of the Companies Act, 2013<\/strong>, read with <strong>Rule 11 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014<\/strong>, every company must file its annual return within 60 days of the date on which the Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>due date formula<\/strong> is simple but critical:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MGT-7 Due Date = AGM Date + 60 Days<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For FY 2025-26 (financial year ending March 31, 2026):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Statutory AGM deadline: <strong>September 30, 2026<\/strong> (within 6 months of financial year end)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If AGM held on <strong>September 30, 2026<\/strong> \u2192 MGT-7 due by <strong>November 29, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If AGM held on <strong>August 15, 2026<\/strong> \u2192 MGT-7 due by <strong>October 14, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If AGM held on <strong>July 1, 2026<\/strong> \u2192 MGT-7 due by <strong>August 30, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>OPCs<\/strong>, which are not required to hold an AGM, MGT-7A must be filed within 60 days from the date on which the AGM would have been deemed to be held \u2014 effectively by <strong>November 29, 2026<\/strong>, assuming the statutory outer limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team at Khanna &amp; Associates, widely regarded as a <strong>law firm in Jaipur<\/strong> with national and cross-border reach, also handles the following related corporate compliance services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/corporate-compliance.html\">Corporate Compliance<\/a> \u2014 End-to-end annual compliance management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/corporate-documentation.html\">Corporate Documentation<\/a> \u2014 Board resolutions, minutes, and statutory registers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/company-formation-setup-business-in-india.html\">Company Formation \/ Setup Business in India<\/a> \u2014 Full incorporation support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/setting-up-business-in-india.html\">Setting up Business in India<\/a> \u2014 Foreign investor entry strategy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/commercial-and-corporate-transactions.html\">Commercial and Corporate Transactions<\/a> \u2014 Deal structuring and filings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/mergers-and-acquisitions-joint-ventures-general-corporate.html\">Mergers &amp; Acquisitions, Joint Ventures<\/a> \u2014 M&amp;A compliance filings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/due-diligence-lawyers-jaipur.html\">Due Diligence Lawyers Jaipur<\/a> \u2014 Pre-transaction compliance audit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/foreign-direct-investments.html\">Foreign Direct Investments<\/a> \u2014 FDI route structuring &amp; RoC compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/business-law.html\">Business Lawyers<\/a> \u2014 Ongoing corporate advisory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/direct-taxation.html\">Direct Taxation<\/a> \u2014 Integrated tax + ROC compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/capital-markets.html\">Capital Markets<\/a> \u2014 Listed company annual return advisory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/nclt-representation.html\">NCLT Cases<\/a> \u2014 Strike-off and penalty revival proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Post CCFS Closure Impact:<\/strong> The Ministry of Corporate Affairs periodically closes CCFS (Company Filing and Company Services portal) for system migration and version upgrades \u2014 most recently during the MCA21 V2 to V3 transition. During closure windows, <strong>companies cannot submit e-forms including MGT-7<\/strong>. Crucially, the MCA has in past instances issued general circulars granting <strong>additional time (condonation of delay)<\/strong> for filings affected during CCFS downtime. For FY 2025-26, companies must verify whether any such extension circular has been issued before treating November 29, 2026 as an absolute hard deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Legal_Insights_Compliance_Rules_Penalty_Framework\"><\/span>Key Legal Insights, Compliance Rules &amp; Penalty Framework<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Late filing attracts automatic penalty<\/strong> under Section 92(5):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Additional fee of <strong>\u20b9100 per day per form<\/strong> \u2014 no upper ceiling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If annual return is not filed for 2 consecutive years, the company and its directors may be listed as defaulters, leading to disqualification under Section 164(2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Directors disqualified under Section 164(2) cannot be appointed as directors of any other company for 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continued non-compliance may lead to <strong>company strike-off<\/strong> under Section 248<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>listed companies<\/strong>, SEBI additionally monitors annual return compliance as part of its corporate governance framework. The <strong>MCA annual return filing fee<\/strong> for MGT-7 depends on paid-up share capital:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Paid-up Capital<\/th><th>Government Fee<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Up to \u20b91,00,000<\/td><td>\u20b9200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b91,00,001 to \u20b95,00,000<\/td><td>\u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b95,00,001 to \u20b925,00,000<\/td><td>\u20b9400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b925,00,001 to \u20b91 crore<\/td><td>\u20b9500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Above \u20b91 crore<\/td><td>\u20b9600<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>international companies<\/strong> operating Indian subsidiaries, the <strong>MGT-7 company annual return India 2026<\/strong> is often overlooked during global compliance calendars \u2014 a serious oversight that our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/foreign-trade-international-transaction.html\">Foreign trade and International transaction<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/international-taxation.html\">International taxation<\/a> teams actively flag and manage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_Legal_Challenges_%E2%80%94_Indian_Foreign_Clients\"><\/span>Common Mistakes &amp; Legal Challenges \u2014 Indian &amp; Foreign Clients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Miscalculating the AGM date itself.<\/strong><br>Companies often hold AGMs without confirming that proper notice periods, quorum requirements, and business items are legally compliant. An invalid AGM means an invalid MGT-7 filing date anchor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Confusing MGT-7 with AOC-4.<\/strong><br>AOC-4 (financial statements) and MGT-7 (annual return) are two separate, mandatory filings. Missing either independently attracts separate penalties. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/corporate-and-commercial.html\">Corporate and Commercial<\/a> team handles both simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Ignoring CCFS portal downtime windows.<\/strong><br>Filing attempts during MCA maintenance windows fail silently, and companies assume the form was submitted. Always obtain the SRN (Service Request Number) as confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Foreign directors missing Indian DIN requirements.<\/strong><br>Foreign nationals serving as directors on Indian company boards must have a valid Director Identification Number (DIN). Errors here delay MGT-7 certification under DSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Small companies wrongly filing MGT-7 instead of MGT-7A.<\/strong><br>This is an extremely common error that causes form rejection and consumes additional professional fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of the <strong>best law firms in Jaipur<\/strong>, Khanna &amp; Associates conducts a pre-filing compliance audit for every client before submission \u2014 catching these errors before they become penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Tips_from_Senior_Advocates_at_Khanna_Associates\"><\/span>Expert Tips from Senior Advocates at Khanna &amp; Associates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 1 \u2014 Hold AGM Early, Not Late<\/strong><br>Every week you delay your AGM reduces your MGT-7 preparation window. Companies that hold AGMs in July or August have 2\u20133 months of breathing room for document compilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 2 \u2014 Monitor MCA CCFS Maintenance Notifications<\/strong><br>Subscribe to MCA&#8217;s official email alerts. Portal closures during October\u2013November, which overlap with the MGT-7 peak filing window for FY 2025-26, can compress your actual filing window to less than 30 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 3 \u2014 Conduct Pre-Filing Statutory Register Audit<\/strong><br>MGT-7 requires accurate disclosure of register of members, charges, transfers, and director changes. Errors in registers discovered post-filing require a fresh corrected filing with additional fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 4 \u2014 Board Resolution for Annual Return Signing Authority<\/strong><br>MGT-7 must be certified by a Company Secretary (CS) in practice or signed by a director \u2014 not both interchangeably. Ensure the board has passed a resolution clearly designating the signing authority for FY 2025-26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 5 \u2014 Foreign Subsidiary Compliance Calendars Must Be India-Specific<\/strong><br>Global legal teams based in London, Singapore, or New York routinely miss India-specific corporate compliance deadlines. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/lpo.html\">Legal Outsourcing Work (LPO)<\/a> desk provides dedicated India-compliance reporting for international clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip 6 \u2014 Reviving Struck-Off or Penalised Companies<\/strong><br>If your company already faces strike-off notice or director disqualification from previous non-filings, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khannaandassociates.com\/nclt-representation.html\">NCLT Cases<\/a> team at Khanna &amp; Associates can initiate revival proceedings under Section 252 of the Companies Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_%E2%80%94_File_Smart_Stay_Compliant\"><\/span>Conclusion \u2014 File Smart, Stay Compliant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>MGT-7 due date for FY 2025-26<\/strong> is not a bureaucratic formality \u2014 it is a legal obligation with real financial and reputational consequences. The exact deadline depends on your AGM date plus 60 days, with the outer limit of <strong>November 29, 2026<\/strong> for companies holding AGMs on the last permissible date. Post-CCFS closure, always verify MCA&#8217;s latest circulars for any extension windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are a startup founder, a multinational subsidiary, or an NRI-owned Indian company, Khanna &amp; Associates \u2014 a <strong>top law firm in India<\/strong> with deep expertise in corporate law, registered in Jaipur, Rajasthan \u2014 is your single point of contact for accurate, timely, and penalty-free MGT-7 compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Meet Our Senior Advocates \u2192<\/strong> Our senior corporate compliance advocates bring decades of combined experience in MCA filings, corporate governance, and regulatory law. <a href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/\">Visit Khanna &amp; Associates<\/a> to schedule a consultation with our team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccd Khanna &amp; Associates<\/strong><br>47 SMS Colony, Shipra Path, Mansarovar \u2014 302020<br>Jaipur, Rajasthan, India<br>\ud83d\udcde +91-9461620007<br>\ud83d\udce7 <a href=\"mailto:info@khannaandassociates.com\">info@khannaandassociates.com<\/a><br>\ud83c\udf10 <a href=\"https:\/\/khannaandassociates.com\/\">www.khannaandassociates.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_FAQ_SECTION\"><\/span>\u2753 FAQ SECTION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1. What is the exact MGT-7 due date for FY 2025-26 if AGM is held on September 30, 2026?<\/strong><br>If your company holds its AGM on September 30, 2026 \u2014 the last permissible statutory date \u2014 then the MGT-7 due date for FY 2025-26 is November 29, 2026. This is 60 days counted from the AGM date. Missing this deadline attracts a late fee of \u20b9100 per day with no upper cap under the Companies Act, 2013.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2. What is the difference between MGT-7 and MGT-7A for FY 2025-26?<\/strong><br>MGT-7 is filed by all companies except OPCs and small companies. MGT-7A is the simplified annual return form mandated for One Person Companies and small companies as defined under Section 2(85). Filing the wrong form leads to rejection. Khanna &amp; Associates helps determine the correct form before filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3. Has MCA extended the MGT-7 due date for FY 2025-26 after CCFS portal closure?<\/strong><br>As of the date of this publication, companies must check MCA&#8217;s official general circulars for any extension notification linked to CCFS downtime during FY 2025-26. Past precedents (including COVID-era extensions) show MCA does grant relief during system outages. Always file well before the deadline rather than relying on potential extensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q4. What penalties apply if MGT-7 is not filed on time for FY 2025-26?<\/strong><br>Late filing attracts a penalty of \u20b9100 per day per form \u2014 no ceiling. Beyond financial penalties, continued default for two consecutive years leads to director disqualification under Section 164(2), barring those directors from serving on any company&#8217;s board for five years. Company strike-off under Section 248 is also a consequence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q5. Can a foreign company or NRI-owned business file MGT-7 independently without a CA or CS?<\/strong><br>MGT-7 must be certified by a practising Company Secretary (CS) for companies with paid-up share capital of \u20b910 crore or more, or turnover of \u20b950 crore or more. For others, a director can sign. However, errors in MGT-7 filed without professional help are common. Khanna &amp; Associates provides end-to-end MGT-7 preparation and filing support for domestic and international clients.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your company has already concluded its Annual General Meeting for FY 2025-26, the clock is ticking loudly. The MGT-7 due date FY 2025-26 is not a fixed calendar date \u2014 it is directly calculated from your AGM date, and most companies get this wrong, triggering expensive penalties. 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