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What is AOC-4?

(Form AOC-4)

In plain English

The annual filing of your company’s financial statements to the Registrar of Companies.

Why it matters

Mandatory every year even with zero turnover. Late fee is ₹100 per day, with no upper cap.

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Related terms

Terms that appear alongside AOC-4 in real filings.

MGT-7

Form MGT-7 / 7A

The annual return of your company — shareholders, directors, share transfers and key changes during the year.

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