Virtual CFO & Compliance

ADT-1 (Auditor Appointment)

File ADT-1 to record the appointment of your statutory auditor with the Registrar — done correctly within the statutory window.

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Overview

ADT-1 is the form a company files to inform the Registrar that it has appointed (or re-appointed) its statutory auditor, typically following the decision at a general meeting. It’s a standard part of staying compliant.

CapEasy prepares the board resolution, collects the auditor’s written consent and eligibility certificate, and files ADT-1 within the statutory window so the appointment is on record.

Who it’s for

  • Companies appointing or re-appointing a statutory auditor
  • Newly incorporated companies appointing their first auditor
  • Companies filling a casual vacancy in the auditor’s office

Eligibility & requirements

  • The general-meeting / board decision appointing the auditor
  • The auditor’s written consent and eligibility certificate
  • The period of appointment

How CapEasy handles it

  1. Prepare the resolution and the appointment particulars
  2. Collect the auditor’s consent and certificate of eligibility
  3. Complete and validate ADT-1
  4. File with the Registrar within the statutory window

Documents you’ll typically need

  • Resolution appointing the auditor
  • Auditor’s consent letter and eligibility certificate
  • Details of the appointment term

CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority. We help you assess eligibility and prepare and file your application; eligibility and approval depend on your specifics and the relevant department’s discretion.

Frequently asked

ADT-1 (Auditor Appointment) — questions founders ask

The company files ADT-1 to intimate the Registrar of the appointment. We prepare it and the supporting documents for you.

The first auditor is usually appointed by the board shortly after incorporation; the filing requirements differ from a subsequent appointment. We confirm what applies to your company and file accordingly.

Yes. We manage compliance and finance for founders in every state, working remotely with secure access to your records, so you’re not limited by location.

Yes. We assess what’s overdue, get you current and put you on a clean calendar. We’ll be candid up front about any additional statutory fees that apply for late filing.

Yes. Most annual ROC/MCA obligations apply regardless of turnover — which is exactly why having one team track your due dates is worth it.

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Ayush Joshi

Ayush Joshi

Co-Founder

Ex-OYO and Tenaciousfly. 7+ years in business development, strategic acquisitions, financing and debt syndication.

Aditya Jain

Aditya Jain

Co-Founder

Ex-Bank of America. 4+ years in investment banking, EU & Indian compliances, ESG compliances, and project management.

Manav Raval

Virtual CFO & Tax Specialist

Section 80-IAC, tax planning and startup compliance. Previously at Toyota Motor Corporation and Jaguar Land Rover.

Ayush Faldu

Virtual CFO & Tax Specialist

Financial strategy, budgeting and cash flow — a CFO’s judgement, monthly.

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