Statutory Audit under Companies Act 2013

Mandatory annual audit by an ICAI-registered CA, including CARO 2020 report and auditor's report for MCA filing.

ICAI-registered CA assigned to your company

Full audit of financial statements

CARO 2020 report preparation

Auditor's report for AOC-4 filing

Management letter with observations

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What is Statutory Audit — Companies Act 2013?

Mandatory annual audit of financial statements for all companies incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 — regardless of turnover. Conducted by an independent CA under Section 139. Includes audit of books of accounts, verification of financial statements, CARO 2020 report, internal financial controls review, and signing of the auditor's report required for AOC-4 filing with MCA.

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Documents Required

Trial balance, ledger accounts, bank statements, fixed asset register, loan agreements, related party transaction details, management representations.

Timeline

25–50 working days from receipt of final trial balance. Timeline depends on company size and transaction volume.

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Statutory Audit — Companies Act 2013 FAQs

Common questions about statutory audit — companies act 2013

Is statutory audit mandatory for all companies?

Yes. Every company registered under the Companies Act 2013 — regardless of turnover — must get its financial statements audited by a practicing CA.

What is CARO 2020?

CARO (Companies Auditor's Report Order) 2020 requires auditors to report on specific matters like loans, inventory, fraud, and defaults. It applies to all companies except small companies, OPCs, and certain others.

When should the auditor be appointed?

The first auditor must be appointed within 30 days of incorporation. For subsequent years, the auditor is appointed at the AGM for a term of up to 5 years (individual) or 10 years (firm).