Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has granted an extension for filing Form DPT-3, which pertains to the return of deposits, by one month. The original due date of June 30, 2023, has been moved to July 31, 2023. This decision comes in light of the transition of the MCA-21 Portal from Version-2 to Version-3. The announcement was made through General Circular no. 06/2023 issued by the Ministry.
The extension in the due date provides relief to companies, allowing them more time to comply with the filing requirements for the Financial Year ended on March 31, 2023. By extending the deadline, companies can avoid paying additional fees that would have been applicable for late filing. This decision acknowledges the challenges posed by the transition of the MCA-21 Portal and aims to facilitate a smoother filing process for businesses.
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs’ decision to extend the due date for filing Form DPT-3 demonstrates its commitment to supporting businesses during the transition period. Companies now have until July 31, 2023, to complete the filing without incurring any additional fees. It is essential for stakeholders to take note of General Circular no. 06/2023 and ensure compliance within the revised timeline provided by the Ministry.
General Circular no.06/2023
F. No. Policy-01/2/2021-CL-V-MCA-(Part- I)
Government of India
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
5th Floor, ‘A’ Wing, Shastri Bhawan,
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi-1
Dated: 21st June,2023
To,
DGCoA
Al1 Regional Directors,
All Registrar of Companies,
Al1 Stakeholders.
Subject: Relaxation in paying additional fees in case of delay in filing DPT-3 for the Financial Year ended on 31st March 2023 up to 31st July 2023-reg.
Madam/ Sir(s),
Due date for fi1ing Form DPT-3 (Return of deposits) is 30th of June 2023 for the Financial Year ended on 31st March 2023. Keeping in view the transition of MCA-21 Portal from Version-2 to Version-3, it has been decided to allow companies to file Form DPT-3 for the financial year ended on 31st March 2023 without paying additional fees up to 31st July 2023.
2. This issues with the approval of the competent authority.
Yours faithfully,
(Shobhit Srivastava)
Deputy Director (Policy)
Copy forwarded to: –
i. E-Governance section and web contents officer to place the circular on MCA website.
ii. Guard file
