Post-Incorporation & MCA Compliance Services
Incorporation is only the start. Ongoing MCA and regulatory compliance is essential to avoid penalties and maintain good standing.
Orca Advisors manages your filings and compliance, keeping your business audit-ready while you focus on growth.
Who Benefits From This Service
Companies that have recently completed incorporation and need structured compliance oversight
Growth-stage startups that prefer to outsource regulatory management
Leadership teams preparing for investor due diligence or statutory audits
Businesses seeking reliable, ongoing corporate compliance management
If managing MCA obligations is distracting you from running the business, we step in with full accountability.
Post-Incorporation & MCA Compliance Services
Immediate Post-Incorporation Compliance (0–60 Days)
- Opening of Company Bank Account
- Deposit of subscribed share capital (within 60 days)
- Appointment of First Auditor (within 30 days)
- Issuance of Share Certificates (within 60 days)
Compliance Within 180 Days
- Filing of INC-20A (Commencement of Business Certificate) mandatory within 180 days of incorporation for applicable companies.
Annual Compliance Requirements
- Conduct Board Meetings (minimum 2 or 4 annually, depending on company type)
- Conduct Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- File AOC-4 (Financial Statements) – Within 30 days of AGM
- File MGT-7 (Annual Return) – Within 60 days of AGM
- File Income Tax Return (as per applicable due dates, typically 31 October for audit cases)
- Maintain updated statutory registers and records
Event-Based Compliance
- DIR-12 – Appointment or resignation of director ( Within 30 days )
- INC-22 – Change of registered office ( Within 30 days )
- SH-7 – Increase in share capital ( Within 30 days )
- ADT-1 – Appointment of auditor
- SH-4 – Transfer of shares
Compliance Within 180 Days
- File INC-20A (Commencement of Business Certificate) – Mandatory within 180 days of incorporation.
Example Compliance Timeline
Compliance Requirement | Due Timeline |
Bank Account Opening | Immediately after incorporation |
Auditor Appointment | Within 30 days |
Share Capital Deposit | Within 60 days |
Share Certificate Issue | Within 60 days |
INC-20A Filing | Within 180 days |
Annual Filing (AOC-4, MGT-7) | Every year after AGM |
How We Manage Your Compliance
Comprehensive Compliance Assessment
We start by reviewing your incorporation documents and identifying all legal and regulatory obligations specific to your business.
Foundational Setup
From appointing auditors to maintaining statutory registers and completing initial filings, we lay the groundwork for a fully compliant operation.
Timely Regulatory Filings
All recurring, annual, and event-driven MCA submissions are managed proactively, ensuring deadlines are met and penalties avoided.
Continuous Oversight & Support
We track compliance through structured calendars, send timely alerts, and provide expert guidance so your business stays fully compliant without disrupting growth.
Why Post-Incorporation Compliance Matters
Missing or incorrect MCA filings can lead to penalties, director disqualification, and complications during audits, funding rounds, or investor due diligence.
Orca Advisors ensures your company remains fully compliant, professionally managed, and audit-ready at all times.
Outsource Your Compliance Focus on growth
Let our experts handle MCA obligations so you can concentrate on scaling your business.
FAQ's
What is post-incorporation compliance?
Post-incorporation compliance refers to all statutory obligations your company must meet after registration, including MCA filings, board meetings, annual returns, auditor appointments, and maintaining statutory registers.
How soon should I complete post-incorporation tasks?
Certain tasks must be done immediately or within the first 30–180 days, such as opening a bank account, depositing share capital, appointing an auditor, and filing INC-20A. Ongoing annual and event-based filings follow regulatory timelines.
What happens if I miss MCA filing deadlines?
Non-compliance can lead to penalties, fines, director disqualification, and potential issues during audits or investor due diligence. Timely compliance protects your company’s credibility and funding readiness.
Do I need to hire a full-time compliance officer?
Not necessarily. Orca Advisors acts as your extended compliance team, managing all MCA obligations so you can focus on running and growing your business.
