What should I do when I receive an ROC notice?

Identify the notice type (S454 penalty, STK-5 strike-off, AOC-4/MGT-7 default, DIR-3 KYC). Note the response deadline (typically 15-30 days). File all pending returns immediately on the MCA portal. Engage a CA/CS for professional response. Never ignore an ROC notice - non-response leads to penalties, DIN deactivation, or company strike-off.

How much does ROC notice response cost?

S454 penalty response Rs 10,000-25,000. Strike-off response Rs 15,000-30,000. Default filing Rs 5,000-10,000 per form plus government additional fees (Rs 100/day). DIR-3 KYC Rs 3,000-5,000 plus Rs 5,000 govt fee. Company restoration Rs 25,000-50,000. Call +91 945 945 6700.

Which ROC handles Gurugram companies now?

Total timeline: 2-6 months. Filing and Diary Number: immediate. Mandatory 30-day objection waiting period: 1 month. Receive Order and Evaluate: 1-3 months. Certificate issuance: after examination approval. If a third-party objection is filed, the timeline extends by 2-4 months for hearing and resolution.

What happens if a strike-off notice is ignored?

The company name is removed from the Register of Companies and the company is dissolved. All directors are automatically disqualified under Section 164(2) for 5 years, meaning they cannot serve as directors in any company in India. Company assets vest in the government. Restoration requires an NCLT application under Section 252.

What is Section 454 penalty?

Section 454 gives the ROC power to directly adjudicate and impose penalties for minor company law violations without going through NCLT. This power was significantly expanded in February 2026. ROC Haryana can now issue penalty orders through a streamlined process with a 15-30 day response window. Professional defence can significantly reduce the penalty amount.

What are penalties for not filing AOC-4 and MGT-7?

Additional fee of Rs 100 per day per form with no cap, accruing from the due date until filing. Three years of default on both AOC-4 and MGT-7 can exceed Rs 2 lakh in additional fees alone. Directors may face disqualification under Section 164(2) if defaults continue for 3 consecutive years. The company also risks strike-off proceedings under Section 248.

Can a struck-off company be restored?

Yes. A struck-off company can be restored through an NCLT application under Section 252 of the Companies Act 2013. The application must be filed within 20 years of the strike-off. All pending annual returns must be filed, all penalties paid, and proper grounds for restoration demonstrated. The process typically takes 3-6 months and costs Rs 25,000-50,000 in professional fees plus NCLT filing fees.

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Fees: S454 response: Rs 10,000-25,000. Strike-off: Rs 15,000-30,000. Default filing: Rs 5,000-10,000/form

Eligibility: All companies and LLPs in Gurugram/Haryana that have received or want to prevent ROC notices

Timeline: Response: 15-30 days. Default filing: immediate. DIN reactivation: 7-10 days

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Why ROC Notice Response Matters in Gurugram

📌 TL;DR - ROC Notice Response Services at a Glance

Gurugram companies now fall under ROC Haryana, Chandigarh (from 16 February 2026). ROC notices issued for non-compliance: AOC-4/MGT-7 defaults (Rs 100/day no cap), DIR-3 KYC (Rs 5,000 + DIN deactivation), DPT-3, strike-off (STK-5/STK-7), and S454 adjudication penalties (expanded Feb 2026). Response window 15-30 days. Failure to respond = penalties, DIN deactivation, director disqualification, and company strike-off.

Parameter	Detail
Governing Law	Companies Act 2013 \| LLP Act 2008 \| S454, S248, S164(2), S73/74
Registry	Copyright Office, DPIIT (MCA Portal (mca.gov.in)). Registrar of Copyrights
Form	AOC-4 (financials) \| MGT-7 (annual return) \| DIR-3 KYC \| DPT-3 \| STK-5/STK-7 (strike-off)
Categories (S13)	Literary (including software), Artistic, Musical, Dramatic, Cinematograph Films, Sound Recordings
Validity	Literary/Artistic/Musical/Dramatic: Author's lifetime + 60 years. Films/Sound Recordings: 60 years from publication
Mandatory?	No. But registration provides prima facie evidence of ownership (Section 48)
International	Berne Convention membership: recognized in 181+ countries automatically
Fees 2026	Individuals: Rs 500 (literary/artistic), Rs 2,000 (sound). Companies: Rs 2,000. Software: Rs 4,000. Films: Rs 5,000

Gurugram has thousands of registered companies. Startups on Golf Course Road that never filed returns face strike-off. IT directors in DLF Cyber City who changed jobs without DIR-3 KYC face DIN deactivation. Manesar manufacturers with deposit issues face DPT-3 notices. For comprehensive information about ROC notice services across India, visit our national service page.

ROC Haryana exercising expanded S454 powers since Feb 2026. Strike-off under STK-5 leads to company dissolution + 5-year director disqualification. AOC-4/MGT-7 penalties accumulate at Rs 100/day with no cap. Respond immediately. You will also need annual compliance and company registration services for complete MCA compliance.

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What Is an ROC Notice

An ROC notice is a formal communication from the Registrar of Companies under the Companies Act 2013 for non-compliance with statutory filing, corporate governance, or regulatory obligations. For Gurugram companies, notices now originate from ROC Haryana at Chandigarh (since 16 February 2026).

Notice types: compliance default (AOC-4/MGT-7), Section 454 penalty (direct adjudication), strike-off (STK-5/STK-7), show cause, DIR-3 KYC, and DPT-3. Each has specific response process, deadline, and escalation path.

Most common triggers: startups that never filed returns, directors who forgot DIR-3 KYC, and companies with deposit issues. For complete MCA compliance, pair with annual compliance and company registration.

Key Terms for Copyright Registration:

Section 454 - ROC adjudication penalty (expanded Feb 2026)
STK-5 - Strike-off notice under Section 248
AOC-4/MGT-7 - Annual filing forms (financial statements / annual return)
DIR-3 KYC - Annual director KYC by 30 September
ROC Haryana - New ROC at Chandigarh for Gurugram companies

ROC Haryana / MCA Notice Defence

Who Receives ROC Notices in Gurugram

IT companies in DLF Cyber City receiving AOC-4/MGT-7 default notices or S454 penalty orders. Directors changing jobs without DIR-3 KYC face DIN deactivation.
Dormant startups on Golf Course Road and Sohna Road incorporated during 2018-2023 boom. No returns filed. STK-5 strike-off notices. Founder DINs disqualified.
Photographers, graphic designers, and illustrators producing visual works - product photographs, marketing graphics, illustrations, architectural drawings, logos (as artistic works), and packaging designs. Artistic work copyright prevents unauthorized reproduction in Gurugram's competitive D2C and e-commerce market.
Companies with multi-year defaults. 3-5 years of unfiled AOC-4/MGT-7. Accumulated penalties Rs 100/day per form. Rs 2+ lakh in additional fees. Director disqualification risk.
Film producers and video creators making documentaries, advertisements, corporate films, short films, and OTT content from Gurugram production houses. Cinematograph films have a specific registration process and Rs 5,000 fee.
Startups and companies wanting to build an IP portfolio for investor due diligence, M&A preparation, or licensing revenue. A documented copyright portfolio increases company valuation and demonstrates IP maturity.

8 ROC Notice Response Services Included

Service	What We Do
Section 454 Penalty Response	Defence against ROC adjudication. Written reply. Hearing representation. Penalty mitigation. 15-30 days.
Strike-Off Response (STK-5/STK-6)	Response to company removal notice. Pending return filing. Compliance restoration. 30-day deadline.
AOC-4/MGT-7 Default Filing	Filing pending financial statements and annual returns with additional fees. Clearing years of defaults.
DIR-3 KYC and DIN Reactivation	Filing DIR-3 KYC. Rs 5,000 fee. DIN reactivation. Unblocking director from all company filings.
DPT-3 Compliance	Return of deposits filing. Section 73/74 compliance. Penalty up to Rs 10 crore prevention.
Company Restoration and Prevention	NCLT application for struck-off companies. Ongoing compliance calendar. Annual filing management.
International Protection Advisory	Advising on Berne Convention coverage (181+ countries), WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT), and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT). No separate filing needed in Berne Convention countries.

Our Process

How ROC Notice Response Works: 5-Step Process

Our CA/CS team handles ROC notice identification, S454 defence, strike-off response, default filing, DIN reactivation, and ROC Haryana representation for Gurugram companies.

Step 1

Identify Notice Type and Deadline

S454 penalty, STK-5 strike-off, AOC-4/MGT-7 default, DIR-3 KYC, or DPT-3. Note response deadline. Assess penalty exposure.

Identified Deadline

Noticed 01

Step 2

File All Pending Returns

File overdue AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC, DPT-3 with additional fees on MCA portal. Clear defaults before responding.

Filed Cleared

Defaults OK 02

Step 3

Draft and File Response

Address every allegation. Attach compliance evidence and filed return receipts. File on MCA portal within deadline.

Responded Submitted

Replied 03

Step 4

Attend Hearing if Required

Personal hearing before ROC Haryana. Present defence with documents. Seek penalty reduction. Adjournment if needed.

Heard Argued

Presented 04

Step 5

Receive Order and Evaluate

If adverse: appeal to Regional Director NR-II or NCLT. If favourable: implement. Pay any penalty ordered.

Order Evaluated

Decided 05

Step 6

Restore and Prevent

All returns filed. Penalties paid. DINs active. Annual compliance calendar set. Prevention strategy implemented.

Compliant Prevented

Restored 06

City Processing Note: Patron's Gurugram office handles ROC notice response, default filing, and compliance restoration for companies across Gurugram.

Documents Required for ROC Notice Response

ROC Notice Copy: Complete notice with all pages. Note form number, section, and deadline.
Company Documents: CIN, MOA/AOA, director DINs, registered office proof, board resolutions.
Pending Returns: Financial statements (AOC-4), annual returns (MGT-7), DIR-3 KYC data, DPT-3 details.
Additional: Previous ROC correspondence | DSC of directors | Audited accounts | Board minutes.

5 Common ROC Notice Challenges in Gurugram

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
ROC Delhi to Haryana Transition	Migration creates confusion. Notices from ROC Delhi pre-Feb 2026 now handled by ROC Haryana. Verify filing authority	Contact roc.haryana@mca.gov.in. Pending matters being transferred. Verify before filing response.
Dormant Startup Strike-Off	Thousands of startups incorporated but never filed returns. STK-5 after 2 years of non-filing. DIN disqualified	File pending returns immediately. Respond to STK-5 within 30 days. Prevent dissolution and director disqualification.
DIN Deactivation Cascade	Director changed jobs without DIR-3 KYC. DIN deactivated. Blocks filings at old AND new companies	File DIR-3 KYC with Rs 5,000. Wait for reactivation. File for all companies where director holds position.
Multi-Year Accumulated Penalties	3-5 years of unfiled AOC-4 and MGT-7. Rs 100/day per form. No cap. Penalties exceed Rs 2 lakh easily	File all pending returns with additional fees. Set up annual compliance calendar. Prevention costs fraction of penalties.
DPT-3 Non-Filing Risk	Deposits received without filing DPT-3. Penalties up to Rs 10 crore or 2x deposit. NCLT jurisdiction	File DPT-3 immediately. Classify all transactions. Some may be exempt. Professional analysis reduces exposure.

ROC Notice Response Fees in Gurugram 2026

Fee Component	Amount
Section 454 Penalty Response	Rs 10,000-25,000
Strike-Off Response (STK-5/STK-6)	Rs 15,000-30,000
AOC-4/MGT-7 Default Filing (per form)	Rs 5,000-10,000 + govt additional fees
DIR-3 KYC + DIN Reactivation	Rs 3,000-5,000 + Rs 5,000 govt fee
DPT-3 Compliance	Rs 10,000-20,000
Company Restoration (NCLT)	Rs 25,000-50,000 + NCLT fees
Patron Accounting Professional Fees	INR 5,000 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Government additional fees (Rs 100/day per form) are separate. Professional fees cover notice analysis, reply drafting, hearing representation, and compliance restoration.

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ROC Notice Response Timeline

Stage	Estimated Timeline
Notice Analysis	1-2 days
Default Filing	3-10 days (depends on years of default)
S454 Response	Within 15-30 days of notice
STK-5 Response	Within 30 days of publication
DIR-3 KYC Reactivation	7-10 working days
Company Restoration (NCLT)	3-6 months
Ongoing Compliance	Annual calendar setup + monitoring

Note: Response deadline 15-30 days. Default filing: immediate. DIN reactivation: 7-10 days. Company restoration: 3-6 months via NCLT.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Patron for ROC Notices in Gurugram

S454 Defence

Penalty response. Written defence. Hearing representation. Mitigation arguments. ROC Haryana proceedings.

Strike-Off Response

STK-5/STK-7 response within 30 days. Pending returns filed. Compliance restored. Company saved from dissolution.

Default Filing

AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC, DPT-3 with additional fees. Multi-year defaults cleared. Penalty calculation and payment.

DIN Reactivation

DIR-3 KYC filed. Rs 5,000 paid. DIN reactivated. All company filings unblocked. 7-10 working days.

Company Restoration

NCLT application under S252 for struck-off companies. All returns filed. Penalties paid. Full restoration.

Annual Prevention

Compliance calendar. Automated reminders. AOC-4/MGT-7/DIR-3 KYC filed on time. Zero ROC notices.

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ROC Penalty Structure for Gurugram Companies

Default	Penalty / Authority / Legal Provision
AOC-4/MGT-7 late	Rs 100/day per form, no cap. ROC Haryana. Companies Act S137/S92
DIR-3 KYC late	Rs 5,000 per director + DIN deactivation. MCA Portal. S153
DPT-3 non-filing	Up to Rs 10 crore or 2x deposit. ROC/NCLT. S73/74
S454 penalty	As per adjudication order. ROC Haryana direct. S454
Strike-off (STK-5)	Company dissolved + directors disqualified 5 years. ROC. S248
Director disqualification	5-year bar from all directorships. Automatic. S164(2)

External Authority: ROC Haryana, Chandigarh (mca.gov.in)

Related Services

Copyright Registration in India - National copyright registration service covering all categories across India
Annual Compliance - AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC annual filing to prevent ROC notices
Copyright Assignment - Transfer of copyright ownership with legal documentation and registration
Copyright Disclaimer - Official disclaimer of copyright interest with the Copyright Office
Copyright Objection - Responding to third-party objections during the 30-day objection period
Trademark Registration - Brand identity protection under Trade Marks Act 1999
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Legal Framework for ROC Notices

ROC notices are governed by the Companies Act 2013 and LLP Act 2008. Section 454: adjudication penalties. Section 248: strike-off. Section 164(2): director disqualification. Section 73/74: deposit provisions (DPT-3).

Filing defaults: Rs 100/day per form, no cap. DIR-3 KYC: Rs 5,000 + DIN deactivation. DPT-3: up to Rs 10 crore. Strike-off: company dissolved + 5-year disqualification. Restoration via NCLT Section 252.

India's membership in the Berne Convention (1886, India joined 1928), the Universal Copyright Convention, and TRIPS (WTO) ensures international recognition. The WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT) and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT) provide additional protections for digital rights. Copyright registration with the Copyright Office at MCA Portal (mca.gov.in) is administered by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). IP enforcement in Gurugram falls under the jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court.

FAQs - ROC Notice in Gurugram

Answers to common questions about ROC notices including S454 penalties, strike-off, default filing, DIR-3 KYC, and company restoration for Gurugram companies.

Quick Answers

ROC notice aaya - kya karun? Type identify karo. Deadline note karo (15-30 din). Pending returns file karo. CA/CS se turant contact karo. Ignore mat karo.

Gurugram ka ROC kahan hai? 16 Feb 2026 se ROC Haryana, Chandigarh. Pehle ROC Delhi tha. Email: roc.haryana@mca.gov.in.

Strike-off ignore karne se? Company ka naam hat jaata hai. Directors 5 saal ke liye disqualify. Kisi bhi company mein director nahi ban sakte.

Why ROC Notice Response Matters in Gurugram

ROC notices have strict 15-30 day deadlines. ROC Haryana exercising expanded S454 powers since Feb 2026. Strike-off = company dissolved + directors disqualified 5 years. AOC-4/MGT-7 penalties Rs 100/day no cap. DPT-3 defaults up to Rs 10 crore. ROC Delhi transition creates fresh enforcement focus on Haryana companies. Respond immediately, file all pending returns, secure professional representation.

Respond to Your ROC Notice in Gurugram Today

ROC notice response in Gurugram requires prompt, accurate action within strict deadlines. With ROC Haryana at Chandigarh (Feb 2026), expanded S454 powers, and MCA's tightened enforcement, every Gurugram company must treat ROC notices as urgent compliance matters.

Patron Accounting's Gurugram office on Golf Course Extension Road handles S454 penalty defence, strike-off response, default filing, DIN reactivation, DPT-3 compliance, and ROC Haryana representation for companies across Gurugram.

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Content Created: 02 April 2026 | Last Updated: 02 April 2026 | Next Review: 02 October 2026 | Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

This page is reviewed quarterly for accuracy. Companies Act provisions, S454 adjudication powers, strike-off rules, filing deadlines, and penalty structures are verified against current MCA notifications. ROC Haryana establishment details and Gurugram company landscape validated with each review.

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