File DPT-3 Return Online
Due Date: 31 July 2026
MCA extended the DPT-3 due date from 30 June → 31 July 2026 — zero late fee. File your Return of Deposits for FY 2025-26 with TAXAJ's CA team. Same-day processing. Pan-India service.
MCA General Circular No. 02/2026 — Official Deadline Extension
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs extended DPT-3 filing for FY 2025–26 from 30 June → 31 July 2026 (no additional fees) due to fire at MCA Data Center on 05 June 2026. Filing after 31 July attracts penalties. File today with TAXAJ.
What is Form DPT-3 & Who Must File It?
Form DPT-3 is a mandatory annual return filed with MCA under Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 16 of the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Every company — except Government companies — must disclose outstanding deposits, loans, and non-deposit receipts as on 31 March each year. For FY 2025-26, the DPT-3 due date is 31 July 2026.
Common misconception: many companies believe DPT-3 only applies if they have public deposits. This is incorrect. If your company has outstanding director loans, bank borrowings, inter-corporate loans, or shareholder advances as on 31 March 2026 — DPT-3 is mandatory. Non-filing attracts ₹5,000 penalty per company plus ₹500 per day.
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Share Documents
Send loan schedule, balance sheet (31 Mar 2026), company CIN, and director DSC via WhatsApp or email.
CA Review
TAXAJ's CA verifies outstanding amounts, classifies deposits vs non-deposit receipts, arranges auditor certificate if required.
Form Preparation
DPT-3 filled on MCA21 portal with all data, mandatory attachments, and director digital signature.
MCA Filing
Form submitted on MCA21 portal. Service Request Number (SRN) shared for real-time tracking.
Acknowledgement
MCA acknowledgement delivered. Company is DPT-3 compliant for FY 2025-26. Zero penalties.
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Penalties for Late or Non-Filing of DPT-3
Filing after 31 July 2026 attracts serious consequences for the company and its officers.
| Scenario | Applicable On | Penalty / Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Filing from 1 August 2026 onwards | Company + Every Officer in Default | ₹5,000 + Compulsory Late Filing Fee |
| Continued non-compliance (per day) | Every Director / Officer | ₹500 per day of default |
| Deposits accepted without compliance | Company + Officers | Up to ₹10,00,000 + 18% interest |
| Repeated / willful non-filing | Directors | Disqualification under Section 164 |
| ROC / NCLT prosecution | Company + Directors | Criminal prosecution + strike-off risk |
Documents Required for DPT-3 Filing
Keep these ready before contacting TAXAJ. We'll guide you on each document if needed.
Audited / Provisional Balance Sheet
Financial statements as on 31 March 2026. Provisional acceptable if audit pending.
Loan & Deposit Schedule
All outstanding loans, deposits, director advances, and inter-corporate borrowings.
Auditor's Certificate
CA certificate verifying outstanding deposit amounts. Required only if public deposits exist.
Director's DSC (Class 3)
Digital Signature Certificate for MCA21 portal authentication.
Company CIN
Corporate Identification Number issued by MCA at incorporation.
Credit Rating Details
Required only if the company has accepted public deposits.
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