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FORM-20A: Declaration of Commencement of Business – File Easily with SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra
Starting a new company is an exciting step, but it comes with important legal responsibilities you can’t ignore. At SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra, we make the process simple, fast, and affordable. One of the most critical requirements after incorporation is filing Form-20A, also known as the Declaration of Commencement of Business. This document informs the Registrar of Companies (ROC) that your company has officially begun its operations, as required by the Companies Act, 2013. Filing Form-20A on time is not just a formality—it’s your company’s first step in proving its commitment to compliance and responsible business conduct.
Failing to comply can result in heavy daily penalties and even lead to restrictions on your company’s activities. But don’t worry—our experts at SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra handle the entire process for you, saving you time and avoiding costly mistakes. Whether you’re a startup, private limited company, or LLP, we make it easy to meet all legal requirements without hassle.
🏢 FORM-20A: व्यवसाय प्रारंभ घोषणा – SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र के साथ आसानी से फाइल करें
नई कंपनी शुरू करना एक रोमांचक कदम है, लेकिन इसके साथ कुछ कानूनी ज़िम्मेदारियाँ भी आती हैं जिन्हें नज़रअंदाज़ नहीं किया जा सकता। SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र पर, हम इस प्रक्रिया को सरल, तेज़ और किफ़ायती बनाते हैं।
Form-20A, जिसे Declaration of Commencement of Business भी कहा जाता है, कंपनी पंजीकरण के बाद की सबसे महत्वपूर्ण आवश्यकता है। यह फॉर्म रजिस्ट्रार ऑफ कंपनीज (ROC) को सूचित करता है कि आपकी कंपनी ने आधिकारिक रूप से अपना व्यवसाय शुरू कर दिया है, जैसा कि कंपनी अधिनियम, 2013 में निर्धारित है।
समय पर Form-20A दाखिल करना सिर्फ़ एक औपचारिकता नहीं—यह आपकी कंपनी की अनुपालन और जिम्मेदार व्यापार संचालन के प्रति प्रतिबद्धता का पहला प्रमाण है।
यदि आप समय पर यह फॉर्म दाखिल नहीं करते हैं, तो भारी दैनिक जुर्माने और कंपनी की गतिविधियों पर रोक लग सकती है। लेकिन चिंता की कोई बात नहीं—SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र के हमारे विशेषज्ञ आपके लिए पूरी प्रक्रिया संभालते हैं, जिससे आपका समय बचे और गलती की कोई संभावना न रहे।
🔹 What is Form-20A?
Form-20A is a statutory declaration filed by the directors of a newly incorporated company under the Companies Act, 2013. It confirms to the ROC that the company has received its subscription money from shareholders and has started business operations. This declaration must be filed within 180 days of incorporation, and it’s essential for companies planning to issue shares or begin transactions.
The requirement was introduced to prevent shell companies and ensure only legitimate businesses operate. Companies that fail to file Form-20A on time are considered non-compliant, which can lead to severe penalties, disqualification of directors, or even removal from the register of companies.
Form-20A एक वैधानिक घोषणा है जिसे नई पंजीकृत कंपनियों के निदेशकों द्वारा दाखिल किया जाता है। यह ROC को पुष्टि करता है कि कंपनी को अपने शेयरधारकों से सब्सक्रिप्शन राशि प्राप्त हो चुकी है और उसने व्यवसाय संचालन शुरू कर दिया है।
यह फॉर्म कंपनी के पंजीकरण की तारीख से 180 दिनों के भीतर दाखिल किया जाना आवश्यक है।
इस प्रावधान को शेल कंपनियों को रोकने और यह सुनिश्चित करने के लिए लागू किया गया था कि केवल वैध व्यवसाय ही संचालित हों।
Form-20A दाखिल करने का उद्देश्य
Form-20A दाखिल करने के मुख्य उद्देश्य हैं:
✅ कानूनी अनुपालन सुनिश्चित करना: कंपनी अधिनियम, 2013 की धारा 10A के तहत यह अनिवार्य है।
✅ व्यवसाय प्रारंभ की पुष्टि करना: ROC यह सत्यापित करता है कि कंपनी वास्तव में संचालन शुरू कर चुकी है।
✅ हितधारकों की सुरक्षा: इससे निवेशकों और ग्राहकों का विश्वास बढ़ता है।
✅ शेल कंपनियों पर रोक: अवैध या काल्पनिक कंपनियों के गठन को हतोत्साहित करता है।
Document Required
- Mention nature of business with product and service description.
- Business Address Proof Latest Electricity bill + Rent Agreement with witness details (Name, Mobile no., Father name, Address) If Office is Rented & Rs. 100 stamp paper with notary and proper stamp duty as per circle rate) + NOC from landlord
- Certificate of Incorporation(COI)
- Board Resolution from Authorised Signatory For GST Registration on letterhead of the Company
- Passport Size Photograph of all the Directors/ Partners
- Pan Card and Aadhar Card of Directors/ Partners
- Mobile Number and Email Id of all Directors/ Partners
🔹Who Must File Form-20A?
Every company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, must file Form-20A, except:
- One Person Companies (OPCs) and certain Private Limited Companies: OPCs with specific exemptions do not need to file.
- Section 8 Companies: Companies registered for charitable or non-profit objectives.
- Companies incorporated under FEMA: Foreign companies or subsidiaries covered under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999.
All other newly formed companies, including private limited and public limited companies, must file Form-20A to remain compliant.
Detailed Contents of Form-20A
Form-20A requires you to submit the following details:
- Company Name & Registered Address: Accurately mention as per the incorporation certificate.
- Date of Commencement of Business: The exact date your company started transactions.
- Declaration of Compliance: A statement confirming adherence to all legal requirements under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Details of Subscribers: Confirmation that initial subscribers have paid for their shares.
- Digital Signatures: The form must be digitally signed by two directors of the company or by a director and the company secretary, if available.
Missing or inaccurate details can lead to rejection or delay of your form, making professional assistance essential.
🔹किन्हें Form-20A दाखिल करना आवश्यक है
कंपनी अधिनियम, 2013 के तहत पंजीकृत हर कंपनी को Form-20A दाखिल करना अनिवार्य है, सिवाय:
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वन पर्सन कंपनी (OPC) – जिन्हें छूट प्राप्त है
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सेक्शन 8 कंपनियाँ – जो गैर-लाभकारी या चैरिटेबल उद्देश्यों के लिए कार्य करती हैं
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विदेशी कंपनियाँ या FEMA के अंतर्गत आने वाली कंपनियाँ
बाकी सभी प्राइवेट और पब्लिक लिमिटेड कंपनियों को यह फॉर्म दाखिल करना आवश्यक है।
Form-20A की सामग्री
फॉर्म में निम्नलिखित विवरण आवश्यक होते हैं:
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कंपनी का नाम और पंजीकृत पता
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व्यवसाय प्रारंभ की तारीख
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अनुपालन की घोषणा
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शेयरधारकों द्वारा शेयर राशि प्राप्ति की पुष्टि
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निदेशकों के डिजिटल हस्ताक्षर (2 निदेशक या 1 निदेशक और कंपनी सचिव)
Our Pricing
Declaration of Commencement
Declaration of Commencement of Business (FORM-20A) (Gov Fee Extra)
ETA – 15 Days
🔹Step-by-Step Process to File Form-20A with SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra
At SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra, we’ve simplified the Form-20A process so you can focus on growing your business. Here’s how we do it:
- Consultation & Document Collection
- Our experts guide you through the list of required documents.
- We verify details like the incorporation certificate, MOA, DSC, and bank proof of capital receipt.
- Drafting & Preparation
- We prepare the Form-20A with precise, error-free details.
- Our team ensures compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 requirements.
- Digital Signature Verification
- We coordinate with your directors to digitally sign the form securely.
- We also help obtain or renew DSCs if needed.
- Filing with the ROC
- We file the completed form through the MCA portal.
- We track the submission status to avoid delays.
- Delivery of Acknowledgement
- Once the ROC accepts your form, we send you the official acknowledgement.
- You’re now fully compliant, and your business is legally recognized as operational.
Our transparent, end-to-end service ensures you don’t miss deadlines or face last-minute confusion.
Why Choose SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra for Form-20A Filing
When it comes to legal compliance, choosing the right partner makes all the difference. Here’s why SSJ GST Suvidha Kendra is your best choice for Form-20A filing:
✅ Expertise You Can Trust
Our professionals have years of experience handling corporate compliances, ensuring your Form-20A is prepared accurately and efficiently.
✅ Hassle-Free Process
We manage the entire filing process from start to finish, so you don’t have to worry about paperwork, errors, or delays.
✅ Affordable Pricing
Unlike expensive legal firms, we offer transparent, competitive pricing at ₹1,900 (Govt fee extra)—double our old price but still budget-friendly.
✅ Timely Delivery
We guarantee submission within 12 days, keeping your company well within the 180-day limit.
✅ Personalized Support
Our team is always ready to answer your questions and provide updates, so you’re never left in the dark.
Whether you’re a startup or an established firm, our dedicated service ensures your compliance journey is smooth and stress-free.
🔹SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र के साथ Form-20A दाखिल करने की प्रक्रिया
हमारी प्रक्रिया सरल और चरणबद्ध है:
1️⃣ परामर्श एवं दस्तावेज़ संग्रह
2️⃣ फॉर्म ड्राफ्टिंग और सत्यापन
3️⃣ डिजिटल हस्ताक्षर प्रक्रिया
4️⃣ ROC में दाखिल करना
5️⃣ स्वीकृति प्रमाण पत्र प्राप्त करना
हम हर चरण पर पूर्ण पारदर्शिता रखते हैं।
क्यों चुनें SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र
✅ अनुभवी पेशेवर टीम
✅ 100% त्रुटि-रहित प्रक्रिया
✅ किफ़ायती शुल्क — ₹1,900 (सरकारी शुल्क अलग)
✅ 12 दिनों में पूरा कार्य
✅ व्यक्तिगत सहायता और समय पर अपडेट
सामान्य गलतियाँ जो बचनी चाहिए
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कंपनी नाम या पता में टाइपो
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बैंक प्रमाण की अनुपस्थिति
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एक्सपायर्ड DSC
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गलत व्यक्ति द्वारा सिग्नेचर
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देरी से फाइलिंग
Form-20A न दाखिल करने के कानूनी परिणाम
⚖️ कंपनी का व्यापार करने का अधिकार समाप्त
⚖️ निदेशकों की अयोग्यता
⚖️ ROC द्वारा कंपनी स्ट्राइक-ऑफ
⚖️ निवेश या लोन प्राप्त करने में कठिनाई
Form-20A से व्यवसाय को होने वाले लाभ
✅ कंपनी की विश्वसनीयता बढ़ती है
✅ बैंक खाता खोलना और लोन लेना आसान
✅ भविष्य की कानूनी समस्याओं से बचाव
✅ निवेशकों का भरोसा बढ़ता है
निष्कर्ष
Form-20A दाखिल करना हर नई कंपनी के लिए पहला और सबसे महत्वपूर्ण अनुपालन कदम है।
यह आपके व्यवसाय को वैध, विश्वसनीय और अनुपालन के मार्ग पर स्थापित करता है।
SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र के साथ यह प्रक्रिया सरल, तेज़ और किफ़ायती है—सिर्फ़ ₹1,900 (सरकारी शुल्क अलग) में।
💡 आज ही SSJ GST सुविधा केंद्र से संपर्क करें और अपना Form-20A आत्मविश्वास के साथ फाइल करें!
Frequently Asked Questions
Form-20A is a document that companies are required to file to declare the commencement of their business operations.
All companies incorporated in India, whether public or private, must file Form-20A after the completion of their business registration.
Form-20A should be filed within 180 days from the date of incorporation of the company or within 30 days of receiving the Certificate of Incorporation, whichever is later.
Form-20A typically requires information about the registered office address, bank account details, and a declaration of commencement of business.
Yes, there is a fee associated with filing Form-20A, and the fee varies based on the authorized share capital of the company.
Can a company commence business operations before filing Form-20A?
If a company fails to file Form-20A within the specified time, it may face penalties and may not be able to commence its business legally.
No, if a company has not commenced any business activities since its incorporation, it is not required to file Form-20A.
The ROC reviews and processes Form-20A filings, and upon approval, issues the Certificate of Commencement of Business, allowing the company to legally begin its operations.
Yes, the registered office address can be changed later, and the company must file the necessary forms with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) to update the address.
The declaration of commencement of business is meant to ensure that companies are ready to conduct their operations and have the necessary resources in place.
Yes, a company can change its bank account information if necessary. Any changes should be reported to the ROC through the appropriate forms.
Filing false information in Form-20A can lead to legal consequences, including fines and penalties.
Form-20A is a one-time filing, and there is no need to renew it periodically.
The Certificate of Commencement of Business is usually issued by the ROC within a few days after successful filing of Form-20A.
Yes, a company can make changes to its business activities as needed. However, significant changes may require filing additional forms with the ROC.
No, Form-20A is specifically for companies incorporated in India. Foreign companies have different requirements for commencement of business.
Yes, even if a company’s business activities are ongoing at the time of incorporation, Form-20A must still be filed to declare the commencement of business.

