INC 20A Filing

Declaration for Commencement of Business — file within 180 days of incorporation to keep your company compliant

INC 20A Filing

Commencement of Business Certificate

Under Section 10A of the Companies Act, 2013, every company incorporated after the commencement of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2015, must file a declaration with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) in Form INC‑20A within 180 days of incorporation. This certifies that the subscribers to the memorandum have paid the agreed share capital and the company is entitled to commence business. Non‑filing leads to hefty penalties and the company's name being struck off from the register. Our experts ensure your INC‑20A is filed accurately and on time.

Key Points About INC‑20A

  • Applicable to all companies (private, public, OPC) incorporated after the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2015.
  • Must be filed within 180 days from the date of incorporation.
  • Requires a declaration that the subscribers have paid the value of shares agreed in the memorandum.
  • Proof of bank account with paid‑up capital received is mandatory.
  • If not filed, the company cannot commence business or borrow funds.

Documents Required

  • Board resolution for commencement of business.
  • Certificate of incorporation.
  • Proof of registered office address (rent agreement, utility bill).
  • Bank statement or certificate showing credit of share capital into the company's account.
  • PAN of the company.
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of director.

Consequences of Non‑Filing

If INC‑20A is not filed within 180 days, the company is liable to a penalty of up to ₹1,00,000 (and ₹50,000 for every officer in default), and its name may be struck off by the ROC. Moreover, the company cannot lawfully commence business or incur any financial liability. Timely filing is essential.

File Your INC‑20A Now

Our experts will prepare and submit the declaration quickly — avoid penalties and stay compliant.

Our INC‑20A Filing Process

A clear, step‑by‑step approach to obtaining your commencement certificate.

1. Document Collection

We gather your certificate of incorporation, board resolution, and bank statement showing capital receipt.

2. Verification & Capital Check

We verify that the subscribers have paid the promised share capital and the bank account is in the company's name.

3. Form Preparation

We fill e‑Form INC‑20A with the necessary declarations and attach the supporting documents.

4. Director's DSC Affixation

The form is signed using the DSC of the director and authorized signatory.

5. Filing & Payment

We upload the form on the MCA portal and pay the prescribed fee. You receive the SRN immediately.

6. Approval & Certificate

Once approved by the ROC, your company is legally entitled to commence business and borrow funds.

Frequently Asked Questions — INC‑20A

Common queries about commencement of business declaration

INC‑20A is a declaration filed with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) stating that the subscribers to the memorandum have paid the entire value of shares agreed to be taken by them. It certifies that the company is entitled to commence business. It is mandatory under Section 10A of the Companies Act, 2013.
Every company (private, public, OPC) incorporated after the commencement of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2015, must file INC‑20A within 180 days of incorporation, irrespective of whether it has commenced business or not.
The due date is within 180 days from the date of incorporation. For example, if the company was incorporated on 1st January, the INC‑20A must be filed by 29th June (or the 180th day). The MCA portal calculates the exact date; we ensure it's filed well before the deadline.
Non‑filing attracts a penalty of up to ₹1,00,000 on the company and ₹50,000 on every officer in default. Additionally, the ROC may strike off the company's name from the register. The company also cannot commence business, borrow money, or create charges.
The MCA portal may allow filing after 180 days with additional fees (late fees of up to 12 times the normal fee). However, beyond a certain period, the ROC may refuse to accept. It's best to file within the due date. We can assist even if the deadline has passed, but penalties will apply.
No physical verification is required at the time of filing. The ROC may order verification later. You must have a proper registered office with valid proof (rent agreement, utility bill).
INC‑20A is filed electronically on the MCA portal using the company's credentials and a director's DSC. The form requires attachment of the board resolution, bank statement, and proof of registered office. We handle the entire online process.
Mandatory attachments include a board resolution, a certificate from a practicing professional (CA/CS/CMA) confirming the payment of share capital, a bank statement showing the credit of the capital, and proof of registered office address. We compile all documents correctly.