Secretarial Audit (Form MR-3) in Pune — How it works with CorporateWalla®
Secretarial audit for companies. Form MR-3 (Practicing Company Secretary's report) for listed companies + certain unlisted (paid-up capital ≥ ₹50Cr or turnover ≥ ₹250Cr).
Pune is the second-largest startup ecosystem in India and shares the Maharashtra / Pune bench of NCLT with Mumbai. The IT corridor (Hinjewadi, Magarpatta, Kharadi) is home to 800+ tech companies. Pune property rates are 30-50% lower than Mumbai but the same stamp duty rules apply. Many "company registration Pune" queries come from first-generation entrepreneurs and IT professionals turning founders.
Secretarial Audit pricing in Pune
3-tier transparent pricing. Government + GST included. Pune clients can pay via UPI, card, NEFT, or Razorpay. Maharashtra professional tax: ₹200 (Feb) + ₹250 (Mar) for salary; ₹2,500 for businesses with turnover > ₹25L.
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Timeline: 30–45 days
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Timeline: 30–45 days
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Timeline: 30–45 days
Step-by-step Secretarial Audit process
- 1
Document collection
Board + AGM minutes, statutory registers, returns, agreements, related party transactions, insider trading data.
- 2
Compliance review
CS reviews compliance with Companies Act, SEBI LODR (if listed), FEMA, ESG, related party transactions, CSR, etc.
- 3
MR-3 draft
CS drafts MR-3 report with findings, non-compliances, qualifications. Board's response incorporated.
- 4
MR-3 finalisation + filing
MR-3 signed by CS. Filed with the Board. Attached to the Board's Report for the AGM.
Documents required for Secretarial Audit in Pune
Standard checklist. We help you prepare any missing item — for Pune residents, this can be done entirely on WhatsApp + email.
Why choose CorporateWalla® for Secretarial Audit in Pune?
Mandatory for listed companies
Every listed company must annex the Secretarial Audit Report (Form MR-3) to the Board's Report. Mandatory under Section 204 + SEBI LODR.
Mandatory for certain unlisted
Unlisted public + Pvt Ltd companies with paid-up capital ≥ ₹50Cr OR turnover ≥ ₹250Cr are also required to do a Secretarial Audit.
Practicing CS only
Only a Practicing Company Secretary (PCS) can conduct a Secretarial Audit and sign the MR-3 report.
Board's response
The Board must provide its response to the MR-3 findings, including corrective actions for any non-compliances.
Areas we serve in Pune
Secretarial Audit services across Pune’s key business districts. On-site visit available for bulk / corporate clients.
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Frequently asked questions — Secretarial Audit in Pune
Q: When is secretarial audit mandatory?
A: Secretarial audit under Section 204 is mandatory for: listed companies, public companies with paid-up capital ≥ ₹50Cr OR turnover ≥ ₹250Cr, and private companies which are a subsidiary of a public / listed company. Filed annually via Form MR-3 attached to the board's report.
Q: How do I get secretarial audit in Pune?
A: Get secretarial audit in Pune in 3 steps: (1) WhatsApp or call us at +91 72783 76654 with your requirement, (2) we send a checklist + quote + collection link, (3) our CA team files the application in 30–45 days. We serve all of Pune — including Koregaon Park, Viman Nagar, Kothrud, Aundh and surrounding areas.
Q: Is Secretarial Audit online possible for Pune residents?
A: Yes — 100% online. Pune clients can submit documents by email / WhatsApp / Google Drive, and the application is filed electronically on the relevant government portal (MCA / GSTN / IP India / DGFT / FoSCoS, as applicable). You do not need to visit our office. We also do on-site visits for bulk / corporate engagements in Pune.
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