Statutory Auditor's Appointment - Form No. ADT-1
Rs.750/-
Form ADT- 1 is used by a company to intimate the registrar of companies about the appointment of an auditor after the completion of its annual general meeting (AGM).
Sec 139 (1) of the new Companies Act 2013 mandates this and this form has to be filed every time after the AGM in which the auditor was appointed.
Frequently Asked Quotations ?
What is Form ADT-1?
Form ADT- 1 is used by a company to intimate the registrar of companies about the appointment of an auditor after the completion of its annual general meeting (AGM).
Sec 139 (1) of the new Companies Act 2013 mandates this and this form has to be filed every time after the AGM in which the auditor was appointed.
When should you file Form ADT-1?
Form ADT-1 must be filed with the registrar of companies within 15 days from the date of appointment of the Auditor.
Is it mandatory to file ADT-1 every year?
No, This Form must be submitted to the Regional Audit Council (ROC) as a notification of the appointment of an auditor following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) at which the new auditor was appointed. Form ADT-1 includes the auditor’s name, address and qualifications. Form ADT-1 must be filed with the registrar of companies within 15 days from the date of appointment of the Auditor.
What are the documents to be filed along with Form ADT-1?
- A certified copy of the company’s Board resolution.
- A written agreement from the auditor.
- A certificate of Eligibility from the auditor that they are not disqualified to serve as an auditor.
ROC Fee for filing Form ADT-1?
| Sl.No | Share Capital Value of the Company | Fee in (Rupees) |
| 1 | Less than 1,00,000 | 200 |
| 2 | 1,00,000 to 4,99,999 | 300 |
| 3 | 5,00,000 to 24,99,999 | 400 |
| 4 | 25,00,000 to 99,99,999 | 500 |
| 5 | 1,00,00,00 or more | 600 |
| 6 | Company not having share capital | 200 |
Penalty for non-filing of Form ADT-1 on time?
| Sl.No | Delay in Filing (No of days) | Penalty |
| 1 | Up-to 30 | 2 times of Normal Fees |
| 2 | More than 30 to 60 | 4 times of Normal Fees |
| 3 | More than 60 to 90 | 6 times of Normal Fees |
| 4 | More than 90 to 180 | 10 times of Normal Fees |
| 5 | More than 180 | 12 times of Normal Fees |
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