LLP Annual Filing: Form 11 and Form 8 Due Dates Explained
Every Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) registered in India must file two forms with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) each year. Missing these deadlines triggers penalties that accumulate daily.
FORM 11: ANNUAL RETURN
Form 11 is the LLP annual return filed with the Registrar of Companies. It contains details of partners, their contributions, and changes during the year. The due date is 30th May each year, covering the financial year ending on 31st March.
Form 11 must be digitally signed by a designated partner. If the LLP has turnover exceeding Rs 5 crore or contribution exceeding Rs 50 lakh, the form must be certified by a practicing Company Secretary.
FORM 8: STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND SOLVENCY
Form 8 is the LLP equivalent of financial statements. It contains a statement of assets and liabilities and a statement of income and expenditure. The due date is 30th October each year.
Form 8 must be signed by the designated partners. Where the LLP turnover exceeds Rs 40 lakh or contribution exceeds Rs 25 lakh, the statement must be certified by the LLP auditor. In other cases, it is certified by the designated partners and additionally by a practicing professional.
PENALTIES FOR LATE FILING
Under Sections 34(5) and 35(2) of the LLP Act, 2008, a late fee of Rs 100 per day applies for each day of default. The penalty is subject to a maximum of Rs 1,00,000 for the LLP and Rs 50,000 for each designated partner in default.
Additionally, the MCA portal charges an additional filing fee for late submissions, which increases with the length of delay.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DO NOT FILE AT ALL
Persistent non-filing does not automatically lead to strike-off. However, under Section 75 of the LLP Act, the Registrar may initiate strike-off proceedings if there is reason to believe the LLP is not carrying on business or operations. Non-filing of annual forms can be a factor considered in such proceedings.
PRACTICAL TIP
Mark two dates on your calendar every year: 30 May for Form 11 and 30 October for Form 8. Start preparing Form 8 early because it requires finalised accounts. For LLPs with turnover above Rs 40 lakh, coordinate with your auditor well before the October deadline.
FORM 11: ANNUAL RETURN
Form 11 is the LLP annual return filed with the Registrar of Companies. It contains details of partners, their contributions, and changes during the year. The due date is 30th May each year, covering the financial year ending on 31st March.
Form 11 must be digitally signed by a designated partner. If the LLP has turnover exceeding Rs 5 crore or contribution exceeding Rs 50 lakh, the form must be certified by a practicing Company Secretary.
FORM 8: STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND SOLVENCY
Form 8 is the LLP equivalent of financial statements. It contains a statement of assets and liabilities and a statement of income and expenditure. The due date is 30th October each year.
Form 8 must be signed by the designated partners. Where the LLP turnover exceeds Rs 40 lakh or contribution exceeds Rs 25 lakh, the statement must be certified by the LLP auditor. In other cases, it is certified by the designated partners and additionally by a practicing professional.
PENALTIES FOR LATE FILING
Under Sections 34(5) and 35(2) of the LLP Act, 2008, a late fee of Rs 100 per day applies for each day of default. The penalty is subject to a maximum of Rs 1,00,000 for the LLP and Rs 50,000 for each designated partner in default.
Additionally, the MCA portal charges an additional filing fee for late submissions, which increases with the length of delay.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DO NOT FILE AT ALL
Persistent non-filing does not automatically lead to strike-off. However, under Section 75 of the LLP Act, the Registrar may initiate strike-off proceedings if there is reason to believe the LLP is not carrying on business or operations. Non-filing of annual forms can be a factor considered in such proceedings.
PRACTICAL TIP
Mark two dates on your calendar every year: 30 May for Form 11 and 30 October for Form 8. Start preparing Form 8 early because it requires finalised accounts. For LLPs with turnover above Rs 40 lakh, coordinate with your auditor well before the October deadline.
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