Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27 for Indian Companies

Missing one statutory deadline can trigger late fees, interest, MCA notices and blocked GST credits. This Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27 gives Indian companies, LLPs, startups and finance teams a clear view of key due dates from April 2026 to March 2027.

The dates below cover routine compliances under the Companies Act, 2013, Income Tax Act, GST law, EPF, ESIC, FEMA and labour laws. Companies should still verify dates on official portals such as MCA, Income Tax Department, GST Portal, EPFO, ESIC and RBI, as the government may extend deadlines through notifications.

Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27: Key monthly due dates

Every company should first track recurring monthly filings. These are the deadlines most commonly missed by small businesses and early-stage startups.

For March 2027 TDS, companies should check the applicable year-end payment rule. Government and non-government deductors may have different procedural timelines. GST taxpayers under the QRMP scheme (Quarterly Return Monthly Payment) have different filing dates, usually the 13th or 22nd/24th depending on state and return type.

MCA compliance calendar FY 2026-27 for companies and LLPs

MCA filings are critical because delayed forms can affect director status, company master data and future fundraising. For companies following a 31 March financial year, many FY 2025-26 annual filings fall during FY 2026-27.

DIR-3 KYC applies to every director holding a DIN (Director Identification Number). If not filed, the DIN may be marked inactive and a fee is payable for reactivation. OPCs have relaxations for AGM, but they must still complete applicable ROC filings.

Income tax, TDS and GST compliance calendar FY 2026-27

The Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27 must align direct tax and GST work with audit closure. Finance teams should avoid waiting until September, as tax audit, ITR, GST reconciliation and MCA financial statements often overlap.

Income tax and TDS due dates

Companies must also issue TDS certificates on time. Incorrect PAN, challan mismatch or late filing can create Form 26AS/AIS mismatch for vendors and employees.

GST annual compliance due dates

GSTR-9 (annual return) and GSTR-9C (self-certified reconciliation statement) for FY 2025-26 are generally due by 31 December 2026, unless extended. GSTR-9C applies when turnover crosses the prescribed threshold, currently ₹5 crore. E-invoicing and e-way bill rules depend on turnover and transaction value.

Labour, MSME and RBI compliance calendar FY 2026-27

Payroll and FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) filings are often entity-specific, but missing them can create serious regulatory risk.

Key dates to track:

• EPF and ESI payments, by the 15th of the following month for registered employers.
• Professional Tax and Labour Welfare Fund, as per the relevant state law.
• MSME Form I for delayed payments to micro and small enterprises, generally by 30 April for October-March and 31 October for April-September.
• POSH annual report, as required by state/local authority for workplaces covered under the POSH Act.
• RBI FLA return, generally by 15 July for companies and LLPs with foreign investment or overseas investment.
• FC-GPR, within 30 days of issue of shares to a foreign investor.
• IEC update on the DGFT portal, annually for importers and exporters.

Businesses registered as MSMEs should also keep Udyam details updated. Buyers must monitor the 45-day payment rule under the MSMED Act to avoid interest and reporting exposure.

What this Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27 means for you

For directors, CFOs, CAs and startup founders, compliance is now a cash-flow and governance issue, not just a filing task. Late GST returns can affect input tax credit. Delayed MCA filings can hurt due diligence during fundraising. Missed TDS filings can trigger interest, fees and vendor disputes.

Use this Annual Compliance Calendar FY 2026-27 as a base template. Add entity-specific items such as SEBI LODR for listed companies, FEMA filings for foreign-owned entities, cost audit, CSR, shops and establishment renewals and industry licences. Assign each due date to one owner, set reminders at least 10 days in advance and keep filed challans, acknowledgements and board records in a central repository.

The clear takeaway: compliance discipline protects working capital, director credibility and investor confidence. Before filing, always cross-check the latest due dates on official government portals and consult a CA, CS or legal professional for complex matters.