ADT-1 Auditor Appointment
First auditor, five-year appointment at the AGM and ADT-1 filing
- 1ConsentAuditor's consent and certificate obtained.
- 2ResolutionBoard or AGM resolution passed.
- 3FileADT-1 filed within 15 days.
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About ADT-1 Auditor Appointment
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
The board appoints a company's first auditor within 30 days of incorporation; at the first AGM shareholders appoint an auditor for a five-year term, and the company files Form ADT-1 with the ROC within 15 days of that meeting. If an auditor resigns, the auditor files ADT-3 and the company fills the casual vacancy.
Every company, however small, must have its accounts audited by a chartered accountant, so auditor appointment is one of the first compliances after incorporation. Many companies also file ADT-1 for the first auditor for completeness.
Auditor rotation rules apply to listed and certain larger companies; most private companies can reappoint the same auditor. We draft the board and AGM resolutions, obtain the auditor's consent and eligibility certificate and file ADT-1.
| First auditor | Appointed by the board within 30 days of incorporation (Section 139(6)) |
|---|---|
| Regular term | Five years, appointed at the AGM (Section 139(1)) |
| Filing | ADT-1 within 15 days of the AGM |
| Resignation | Auditor files ADT-3 |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Newly incorporated companies
- Companies at the end of an auditor's term
- Companies replacing a resigning auditor
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Consent and eligibility certificate
- Resolutions
- ADT-1 filing
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Auditor's consent and certificate obtained.
Board or AGM resolution passed.
ADT-1 filed within 15 days.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
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Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
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Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
