MGT-7/MGT-7A Due Date — Filing Calendar 2026-27
Due Date
28th November each year
What is MGT-7/MGT-7A?
MGT-7 is the annual return filed by companies with the Registrar of Companies. It captures company information, shareholding pattern, directors, key managerial personnel, and governance details as at the close of the financial year. MGT-7A is a simplified form for small companies and OPCs.
Who files it?
All private limited and public limited companies must file MGT-7 within 60 days of the AGM. Small companies and One Person Companies (OPCs) file the simplified MGT-7A instead.
Late Fee & Penalty
Additional fees: ₹100 per day from the due date, with no cap. Chronic non-filing can lead to disqualification of directors under Section 164(2) of the Companies Act.
Frequently Asked Questions — MGT-7/MGT-7A
What is the MGT-7 due date for FY 2025-26?
MGT-7 must be filed within 60 days of the AGM. If AGM is on 30th September 2026, the due date is 28th November 2026.
Who can file MGT-7A instead of MGT-7?
Small companies (paid-up share capital ≤ ₹4 crore and turnover ≤ ₹40 crore) and One Person Companies (OPCs) can file the simplified MGT-7A form.
What information is disclosed in MGT-7?
MGT-7 contains: registered office address, principal business activities, particulars of holding/subsidiary companies, share capital details, debenture details, list of shareholders, directors and KMP details, meetings held, and remuneration.
What happens if directors are disqualified for non-filing?
Under Section 164(2), a director becomes disqualified if the company has not filed annual returns for 3 consecutive years. A disqualified director cannot be appointed in any company for 5 years.
Related Deadlines
AOC-4
AOC-4 due date is 29th October (within 30 days of AGM). Annual financial statements filing with MCA, penalties, and ROC calendar for FY 2025-26.
ADT-1
ADT-1 is due within 15 days of AGM (typically by 14th October). Auditor appointment reporting with MCA, penalties, and FY 2026-27 ROC calendar.
DIR-3 KYC
DIR-3 KYC annual due date is 30th September. Directors must complete KYC to avoid ₹5,000 penalty and DIN deactivation for FY 2026-27.
AGM
Companies must hold AGM by 30th September each year (within 6 months of FY end). Consequences of not holding AGM and MCA compliance for FY 2025-26.