ADT-1 Filing
ADT-1 Filing is the legal filing that needs to be made with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) to let the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) know that a company has hired an auditor.
The Companies Act of 2013 says that every business must hire a mandatory inspector. As soon as the company chooses an auditor, it needs to let the ROC know by filing Form ADT-1.
To put it simply, ADT-1 tells the government legally that your business has hired an inspector.
If you don't file ADT-1, you could be fined for not following the rules.
Why it's important to file ADT-1
When auditors are properly appointed,
✅ Verification of financial records by the law
✅ Reporting that is clear
✅ Banks and buyers will trust you.
✅ Safety from the risks of compliance
An inspector is a very important part of running a business. It is required to inform the ROC.
How to File an ADT-1 Form Step by Step
Step 1: Get the auditor's written permission
This is what the suggested inspector has to do:
Allowance in writing to serve as an auditor
Proof of eligibility under Section 141 certificateStep 2: Hold the meeting of the board
The Board:
Allows the meeting to happen
For the AGM (if there is one)Step 3: Approval from shareholders
In the event of an AGM:
An Ordinary Resolution needs to be passed.
Step 4: Send in Form ADT-1
The company has 15 days from the meeting date to file ADT-1 with ROC.
Included are the following:
Copy of the auditor's approval
Certificate of eligibility
A certified copy of the decision
The MCA records are changed after filing.
What You Need to File an ADT-1
✔️ Consent letter from the auditor
✔️ Section 141 Certificate
✔️ Decision by the Board
✔️ Ordinary Resolution (if it applies)
✔️ Company CIN and information
Correct paperwork makes sure that approval goes smoothly.
Why it's important to file an ADT-1
Verification of financial records by the law
Reporting that is clear
Banks and buyers will trust you.
Safety from the risks of compliance
Appointments at the AGM
At the first AGM:
The auditor is chosen by the shareholders and serves for five years in a row.
It needs to be turned in in ADT-1 within 15 days of the AGM.
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