INC-20A Filing
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Business Commencement Certificate
Start your business legally with all required regulatory processes and INC-20A filing.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Necessary License Assistance
- Share Capital Requirements Fulfillment
- Official Business Start Authorization
- INC-20A MCA Filing
Service Overview
About this Service
Overview of INC-20A Filing (Commencement of Business)
Form INC-20A is the declaration for commencement of business that every company must file with the Registrar of Companies within 180 days of incorporation, as mandated by Section 10A of the Companies Act, 2013 (inserted in 2019). The declaration confirms that every subscriber to the memorandum has paid the value of shares agreed to be taken, and the company has a verified registered office address.
The filing requires a certificate from a Chartered Accountant or Company Secretary in practice confirming receipt of share subscription money, bank statements showing deposit of capital, and proof of registered office address. Companies cannot commence business activities, exercise borrowing powers, or incur debts before filing INC-20A. Non-filing results in penalties of ₹50,000 for the company and ₹1,000 per day per officer in default (up to ₹1 lakh), and potential strike-off proceedings.
This compliance ensures companies have genuine capital backing and operational infrastructure before starting business, preventing shell company formations. Filing must occur after opening a bank account and depositing share capital, but before commencing revenue operations. Companies incorporated before November 2019 may not require this filing, but all new companies must comply strictly.
Who Should Opt for This Service?
- Newly incorporated companies ready to commence operations
- Companies that have received share subscription from promoters
- Entities that have opened bank accounts and deposited capital
- Companies preparing to enter contracts or borrow funds
- Businesses nearing 180-day incorporation deadline
- Companies rectifying non-filing of INC-20A with penalties
Note: INC-20A must be filed within 180 days of incorporation; failure results in inability to legally commence business, heavy penalties, and mandatory company closure proceedings if not rectified.
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Documents You'll Need
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Good to know: Accepted formats are PDF, JPG, PNG (max 5MB per file). Please self-attest all identity proofs — our team verifies every document before filing.
PAN Card
RequiredPAN Card of the applicant/directors
Aadhaar Card
RequiredAadhaar Card for identity verification
Address Proof
RequiredUtility bill or bank statement
Photograph
RequiredRecent passport size photograph
Business Address Proof
OptionalRental agreement or utility bill
Good to know: Accepted formats are PDF, JPG, PNG (max 5MB per file). Please self-attest all identity proofs — our team verifies every document before filing.
Who It's For
Who Should Opt For This?
Post-2018 Incorporations
Companies incorporated after November 2, 2018 with share capital required to file declaration before commencement.
Capital Recipients
Companies that received subscription money from shareholders and deposited in bank.
Business Starters
Companies ready to commence business operations requiring declaration filing.
Borrowing Powers
Companies wanting to exercise borrowing powers requiring INC-20A filing.
180-Day Filers
Companies filing within 180 days of incorporation to avoid penalties.
Active Status Seekers
Companies wanting active status on MCA portal to show commencement of business.
Process
How It Works
A transparent, step-by-step journey from your first call to completed filing.
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Submit Documents
Same dayUpload your documents through our secure portal
- 2
Document Verification
1-2 daysOur experts verify and prepare your application
- 3
Application Filing
1-3 daysWe file your application with the concerned authority
- 4
Get Certificate
7-15 daysReceive your registration certificate
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Form INC-20A is the Declaration of Commencement of Business that every company must file after incorporation. It declares that subscribers to the memorandum have paid for their shares and the company has a verified registered office.
INC-20A must be filed within 180 days of the date of incorporation of the company. Failure to file within this period results in penalties and restrictions on the company's business activities.
Non-filing attracts a penalty of ₹50,000 on the company and ₹1,000 per day on officers in default (up to ₹1 lakh each). Additionally, the company cannot borrow money, issue securities, or commence significant business operations until the form is filed.
Required documents include proof of payment by subscribers (bank statement showing credit of subscription money), proof of registered office address (rent agreement/ownership proof, utility bill, NOC), and photographs of the registered office with the company name displayed.
Yes, the company must open a bank account and deposit the subscription money received from subscribers. The bank statement showing the credit of subscription money is mandatory proof for filing INC-20A.
No, INC-20A certifies that subscribers have paid for the shares subscribed in the memorandum. The form cannot be filed until the full subscription amount is received and deposited in the company's bank account.
INC-20A must be signed by a director of the company and certified by a Company Secretary or Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant in practice. The professional certifies that the company has complied with requirements for commencement of business.
Yes, INC-20A is required for all companies incorporated after November 2, 2018, including private limited companies, public limited companies, OPCs, and Section 8 companies (with some exceptions for government companies).
After filing, the Registrar verifies the documents and approves the commencement of business. The company can then legally commence business operations, borrow funds, issue securities, and enter into contracts.
No, the 180-day period is strict and cannot be extended. Companies must ensure timely compliance to avoid penalties and business restrictions. If missed, the company must file immediately with applicable late fees.
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