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Secretarial Audit Services

What is Secretarial Audit Services?

Secretarial Audit Services is a critical corporate requirement in India. At Atlaz, we ensure your business remains 100% compliant with government regulations. Engaging a professional service for your Secretarial Audit Services mitigates legal risks, optimizes operational efficiency, and establishes a foundation of trust with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Aspect With Professional Support Without Support
Compliance Speed Accelerated Prone to delays
Legal Risk Mitigated High
Cost Efficiency Optimized Hidden Penalties

Independent verification of your company's compliance with applicable corporate laws.

Thorough Guide to Secretarial Audit Services

A Secretarial Audit is a mechanism to monitor compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, FEMA, and other corporate laws. Our qualified Company Secretaries conduct thorough audits to mitigate the risks of non-compliance, providing assurance to management, regulators, and stakeholders regarding the legal health of the organization.

Documents Required

  • Statutory Registers
  • Minutes of Board & General Meetings
  • Filings made to MCA/SEBI
  • Contracts and Agreements

Step-by-Step Process

1

Audit Planning

2

Verification of Corporate Records

3

Checking Compliance with Companies Act/SEBI/FEMA

4

Drafting of Observations

5

Issuance of Secretarial Audit Report (MR-3)

Approximate Timeline

3 - 4 Weeks

Industry-Specific Benefits

E-Commerce & Retail

Smooth compliance across multiple states, effortless marketplace integrations, and specialized tax handling.

IT & Services

Optimized tax structuring for service exports, IP protection, and flexible compliance frameworks for remote teams.

Manufacturing

Complex inventory compliance, supply chain tax optimization, and reliable input tax credit maximization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are mandated to conduct a Secretarial Audit?
Every listed company and unlisted public companies meeting specific paid-up capital or turnover thresholds must obtain a Secretarial Audit Report.
Who can perform a Secretarial Audit?
Only a practicing Company Secretary (PCS) recognized by the ICSI can conduct and sign a Secretarial Audit Report.
What is the outcome of a Secretarial Audit?
The auditor issues Form MR-3, highlighting compliance status and pointing out any legal deficiencies or penalties incurred by the company.