Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme 2026 (CCFS)

Simplifying Compliance for Companies

The Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme (CCFS) 2026 is a government initiative designed to help companies clear past non-compliances under the Companies Act and related laws in a structured, affordable manner. It provides one-time relief from heavy penalties, possible prosecutions, and legal hassles by allowing delayed filings and rectification of defaults within a specified window.

At N D Savla & Associates, we guide businesses through the entire CCFS process — from identifying defaults to preparing correct filings and securing approvals under the Scheme.


What is CCFS 2026?

CCFS 2026 allows companies to regularize defaults related to filings and procedural non-compliances with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) without the fear of prosecution or punitive action. It encourages compliance culture while reducing the burden of historic penalties.

The Scheme typically applies for a limited period announced by the government, offering:

  • Waiver or reduction in penalties

  • Protection from prosecution

  • Relaxed procedural requirements


Who Can Benefit?

The Scheme is ideal for:

  • Private Limited Companies

  • Public Limited Companies

  • One Person Companies (OPCs)

  • Small and Medium Businesses

  • Dormant companies looking to clear defaults


Common Defaults Covered

CCFS may cover non-compliances such as:

  • Late annual filings (Form AOC-4, MGT-7)

  • Non-filing of statutory forms

  • Delay in director reporting (DIR-12)

  • Non-updation of registered office or DIN details

  • Annual return defaults

  • Other procedural lapses under Companies Act

(Exact list depends on government notification)


Benefits of CCFS 2026

  • Huge Reduction in Penalties
    – The Scheme reduces past penalties to minimal amounts.

  • No Prosecution
    – Companies and officers are not prosecuted for defaults covered by CCFS for the relief period.

  • Encourages Compliance
    – Helps businesses align back to statutory requirements.

  • One-Time Opportunity
    – The Scheme is only for a limited period — once it expires, usual penalties apply.


Eligibility Criteria

To avail benefits under CCFS 2026:

  • Company must be registered under the Companies Act

  • Defaults must be listed in Scheme notification

  • No pending prosecution (if already initiated for the same defaults)

  • All related documents must be prepared and correct


How the Scheme Works (Step-by-Step)

  1. Identify Defaults
    Review MCA records to identify all non-compliances.

  2. Calculate Penalty Relief
    Estimate how much penalty can be reduced under the Scheme.

  3. Prepare Correct Filings
    Compile and prepare full, accurate statutory returns and forms.

  4. Draft Declaration / Undertaking
    Prepare declarations required under CCFS rules (if notified).

  5. Submit to MCA
    File the regularized documents through the MCA portal.

  6. Pay Reduced Fees
    Make payments as per the Scheme guidelines.

  7. Receive Confirmation
    MCA issues confirmation of compliance and closure of defaults.


Documents Typically Required

  • Company incorporation and registration details

  • Pending statutory filings and minutes

  • Board resolutions authorizing Scheme filing

  • Declaration / undertaking by directors

  • Identity and address proofs of directors / key officials

  • Financial statements (as applicable)


Why Choose N D Savla & Associates?

  • Expert Assessment
    We identify all defaults and prepare a compliance roadmap.

  • Accurate Filings
    We prepare and review all statutory forms meticulously.

  • Proven Process
    End-to-end support — from documentation to MCA submission.

  • Peace of Mind Compliance
    We ensure your company exits the Scheme fully compliant.

F.A.Q.

It is a government scheme that allows companies to regularize past non-compliances and get relief from heavy penalties and prosecution for defaults notified under the Scheme.

Yes, Indian companies registered under the Companies Act can apply, provided defaults fall within the Scheme’s covered list and no prosecution has already begun for the same defaults.

Yes. CCFS is open for a limited period announced by the government. Once it expires, normal penalties and prosecution risk resume.

Defaults like delayed annual filing, late director appointments, non-filing of statutory forms, and other procedural lapses can be covered — as per Scheme notification.

Yes. Defaults covered under CCFS typically do not attract prosecution if filed within the Scheme period.

Yes, but the penalties are significantly reduced compared to regular MCA fees.

Depending on the volume of defaults and documentation readiness, it can take a few days to a few weeks to complete the filings and receive confirmation.