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CFO & Director Accountability for Cost Records & Audit under Corporate Laws Amendment Bill 2026

CA, CS, CMA : The amendment introduces strict personal liability for senior management in maintaining cost records. It ensures accountability by...

April 16, 2026 2379 Views 0 comment Print

Inventory Valuation under Income-tax Act, 2025: A Critical Area for Financial, Tax & Cost Auditors

Income Tax : Inventory Valuation under the Income-tax Act, 2025: A Critical Area for Financial, Tax, and Cost Auditors - Analytical Study of ...

March 23, 2026 2853 Views 0 comment Print

MCA Seeks Further Clarifications on Inventory Valuation & Costing u/s 148(7)

Company Law : MCA has intensified scrutiny of Cost Audit filings and is issuing notices (currently for FY 2020–21) under Section 148(7) of the...

January 18, 2026 7836 Views 0 comment Print

Energy Sector: Cost Audit in Power, Oil & Gas

CA, CS, CMA : This explains why power, oil, gas, and coal companies fall under mandatory cost audit regulations. The key takeaway is that meetin...

January 7, 2026 711 Views 0 comment Print

Cost Audit Applicability on Industry

Company Law : This explains when manufacturing companies must undergo cost audit based on turnover thresholds. The key takeaway is that exceedin...

December 28, 2025 1992 Views 0 comment Print


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ICMAI release Code of Ethics Effective June 2025

CA, CS, CMA : ICMAI issues revised Code of Ethics for CMAs, effective June 1, 2025, including independence standards for audit and assurance eng...

June 10, 2025 882 Views 0 comment Print

Technical Guide on Cost Management in Healthcare Services

CA, CS, CMA : The Institute of Cost Accountants of India releases an Exposure Draft on Cost Management in Healthcare Services. Public comments a...

February 16, 2025 906 Views 0 comment Print

Govt. report on Cost Accounting Records & Cost Audit 2024

Company Law : Explore ICMAI detailed analysis of the Govt. committee report on enhancing cost audit effectiveness. Read insights & recommendatio...

July 10, 2024 5616 Views 0 comment Print

CAS-2 (Revised 2024) Cost Accounting Standard on Capacity Determination

CA, CS, CMA : Explore revised CAS-2 (2024) standard for capacity determination, issued by Institute of Cost Accountants of India, ensuring consi...

May 18, 2024 2781 Views 1 comment Print

Guidance Note on Inventory Valuation under Income Tax Act 1961

Income Tax : Learn how to prepare Inventory Valuation Reports under Section 142(2A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 with our comprehensive Guidance...

May 10, 2024 4152 Views 0 comment Print


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Guidelines for Mandatory Communication to Preceding Cost Auditor

CA, CS, CMA : A detailed guide from Institute of Cost Accountants of India about mandatory communication regulations for Cost Accountants. Under...

May 26, 2023 1773 Views 0 comment Print

Extension of last date of filing of Cost Audit Report to Board of Directors

Company Law : Representations have been received from various stakeholders for extension of last date of filing of Cost Audit Report to the Boar...

September 27, 2021 11364 Views 0 comment Print

Extension of Last Date of Filing Cost Audit Report for FY 2019-20

Company Law : It has been decided that if cost audit report for the financial year 2019-20 by the cost auditor to the Board of Directors of the ...

September 10, 2020 8979 Views 0 comment Print

Last date of filing of CRA-4 (cost audit report) extended to 29.02.2020

Company Law : General Circular No. 17/2019- Last date of filing of CRA-4 (cost audit report) for all eligible companies for the Financial Year 2...

December 30, 2019 3225 Views 0 comment Print

Companies (cost records and audit) Amendment Rules, 2019

Company Law : The companies who have already filed their Cost Audit Report in form CRA-4 for the financial year 2018-19 with the Central Governm...

October 15, 2019 22299 Views 1 comment Print


MCA Issues Show Cause Notices for Cost Audit Non-Compliance

April 2, 2025 6693 Views 1 comment Print

MCA issues notices for non-filing or delayed filing of cost audit reports under Section 148 of the Companies Act. Learn about penalties and response strategies.

Overview of Legal Framework Governing Cost Records & Cost Audits in India

March 23, 2025 1548 Views 0 comment Print

Cost audit and cost records serve as essential tools for achieving these objectives, enabling companies to monitor, control, and optimize their expenses. Cost audit and cost records play a crucial role in the financial and operational management of companies.

Technical Guide on Cost Management in Healthcare Services

February 16, 2025 906 Views 0 comment Print

The Institute of Cost Accountants of India releases an Exposure Draft on Cost Management in Healthcare Services. Public comments are invited until March 4, 2025.

Cost Records & Audit in Construction Industry: Applicability & Benefits

February 8, 2025 3909 Views 4 comments Print

Understand cost records and audit rules for the construction industry, including applicability, special features, and benefits for better cost control and compliance.

Cost Saving Ideas in Overheads Cost through Cost Records, Cost Audit and Cost Reporting System

January 10, 2025 2127 Views 2 comments Print

Explore effective cost-saving strategies for overheads using cost records, audits, and reports. Learn classification, MIS reporting, and actionable control measures.

Cost Saving in Employee Costs via Cost Records, Audits & Reporting System

December 5, 2024 954 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how cost records, audits, and analytical reports help reduce employee costs in various industries and improve efficiency in production and service sectors.

Benefits of Cost Audit for Industry Efficiency and Profit

November 5, 2024 1038 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how cost audit reports assist industries in optimizing resources, reducing costs, and improving profitability through detailed analyses and actionable insights.

Cost Saving in Materials via Cost Audit & Reporting System

October 6, 2024 1212 Views 0 comment Print

Discover cost-saving strategies for material costs in manufacturing through efficient cost records, audits, and reporting systems. Control costs at procurement, storage, and usage stages.

Comprehensive Guide to Cost Audit Applicability, Exemptions & Compliance

September 11, 2024 19791 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about cost audit applicability, exemptions, and compliance under Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, including regulated sectors, forms, and key criteria.

Govt. report on Cost Accounting Records & Cost Audit 2024

July 10, 2024 5616 Views 0 comment Print

Explore ICMAI detailed analysis of the Govt. committee report on enhancing cost audit effectiveness. Read insights & recommendations for various sectors.

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