Audit Requirements and Process Guide
Understanding statutory audit requirements
Goal
Finish the process confidently with zero compliance gaps
Who should use
Founders, finance teams, and professionals handling compliance in India
Why this matters
Avoid penalties, interest, and processing delays by following a proven flow
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Snapshot
Key takeaways before you start
Covers key deadlines, challans, and supporting evidence
Optimized for online filing and India compliance checks
Stepwise flow with checklists to avoid rework
Prerequisites
- •Active PAN and Aadhaar
- •Valid email and mobile for OTP verification
- •Access to the relevant government portal
Documents & proofs
- •PAN, Aadhaar, and bank details
- •Income/turnover estimates, past filings, Form 26AS AIS-TIS
- •Supporting workings for interest, late fee, or carry-forward claims
Payments & due dates
Mark these dates and charges to avoid interest under Indian rules
Due dates
- •File within statutory due dates to avoid penalties
- •Respond to notices within the portal timelines
Fees & interest
- •Government fees apply based on the applicable slab or filing type
- •Late fee and interest apply after due dates
Step-by-step flow
Follow in order to finish without rework
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- •Check turnover or income limits
- •Verify entity type and PAN/Aadhaar readiness
- •Note the relevant due dates
Prepare documents and supporting proofs
Collect IDs, statements, and reconciliations needed for submission and future notices.
- •PAN, Aadhaar, and bank details
- •Prior period filings or reports
- •Working papers for calculations
Complete the filing or registration flow
Follow the portal steps in order and validate each section before final submission.
- •Use the right forms and codes
- •Validate totals and attachments
- •Download acknowledgment/ARN
Post-filing checks and follow-ups
Track status, resolve mismatches, and store evidence for compliance reviews.
- •Track status on the portal
- •Resolve notices or mismatches quickly
- •Archive proof of submission
Supplies / forms
- •Digital signature or DSC if required
- •Scanned copies of supporting documents
Tools / portals
- •GST portal / Income Tax e-filing portal
- •MCA portal (if applicable)
- •TRACES / AIS / TIS
Common mistakes
Avoid penalties, notices, and re-filing
Using incorrect category or form type
Mismatch between portal data and supporting documents
Missing acknowledgments or proof of submission
Frequently asked questions
Direct answers tailored for India
Who should use this Audit Requirements and Process Guide guide?
Founders, finance teams, and professionals handling Compliance in India can use this guide to complete the process with fewer errors.
What documents are typically required?
Most workflows need PAN, Aadhaar, bank details, prior filings, and supporting calculations or invoices. Check the Documents section for specifics.
How long does the process take?
Most submissions can be completed in under an hour once documents are ready. Complex cases may take longer for reconciliations and approvals.
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