MCA Form Guide
AOC-4 XBRL — Financial Statements in XBRL Format
Quick answer: XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) version of the financial statement filing. Mandatory for listed companies and larger unlisted companies. Within 30 days of the AGM. Same as AOC-4 — ₹100/day company, ₹50/day officer.
Quick answer
This is the kind of filing that sits inside the yearly compliance rhythm. A practical approach is to prepare the support pack once, then reuse it for the next cycle. Mandatory for: (1) listed companies; (2) companies with PUC ≥ ₹5 Cr or turnover ≥ ₹100 Cr; (3) companies required under MCA circular. Others may file AOC-4 (PDF). For most founders, the fastest way to stay compliant is to map the filing trigger, gather the documents once, and then submit with the correct digital sign-off.
Who must file
Mandatory for: (1) listed companies; (2) companies with PUC ≥ ₹5 Cr or turnover ≥ ₹100 Cr; (3) companies required under MCA circular. Others may file AOC-4 (PDF).
When to file
Within 30 days of the AGM.
Penalty note
Same as AOC-4 — ₹100/day company, ₹50/day officer.
Filing portal
MCA portal at the official government filing system.
Evidence checklist
Financial statements, board approvals, and prior-year records usually matter most here.
How to file
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Confirm whether AOC-4 XBRL is the correct filing for the event you are handling and that it matches the annual filing trigger.
- 2
Collect the supporting records that match AOC-4 XBRL: Financial statements, board approvals, and prior-year records usually matter most here.
- 3
Prepare the form in the MCA portal, validate the entries against the company records, and make any final corrections before signing.
- 4
Upload the signed form, pay the applicable fee, and save the SRN and acknowledgement for audit tracking.
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Store the filing evidence with your statutory records so the next cycle is faster and easier to review.
What this form is used for
XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) version of the financial statement filing. Mandatory for listed companies and larger unlisted companies. This is the kind of filing that sits inside the yearly compliance rhythm. A practical approach is to prepare the support pack once, then reuse it for the next cycle. The purpose is usually either annual disclosure, a one-off event filing, or a statutory update tied to corporate records or regulatory reporting.
FAQ and compliance context
Who usually files AOC-4 XBRL?
Mandatory for: (1) listed companies; (2) companies with PUC ≥ ₹5 Cr or turnover ≥ ₹100 Cr; (3) companies required under MCA circular. Others may file AOC-4 (PDF).
What is the deadline for AOC-4 XBRL?
Within 30 days of the AGM.
What happens if AOC-4 XBRL is filed late?
Same as AOC-4 — ₹100/day company, ₹50/day officer.
Can the filing be tracked after submission?
Yes. Keep the SRN, acknowledgement, and final uploaded PDF in your records for audit and ROC follow-up.
Is AOC-4 XBRL a one-time or recurring filing?
This is a recurring filing — it must be filed every year (or every half-year / quarter, as specified) as long as the company remains in existence and meets the applicability criteria.
Which law or rule requires AOC-4 XBRL?
Section 137, Companies Act 2013; MCA XBRL Circular
Why this one matters
If the due date is tied to the AGM, plan backward from the board calendar so the filings do not bunch up at the end.
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