Auditor Appointment Services in India
Every registered company in India must appoint auditors in compliance with the Companies Act 2013. Our comprehensive auditor appointment services ensure full statutory compliance while selecting qualified professionals suited to your business needs.
Our services include:
- Statutory auditor appointment and ratification
- Internal auditor selection as per turnover thresholds
- Cost auditor appointment for specified industries
- Secretarial audit compliance
- MCA Form ADT-1 filing and compliance
Appoint your company’s auditor and file ADT-1 correctly
- Board resolution for the first auditor within 30 days of incorporation
- Auditor’s consent and eligibility certificate collected
- Form ADT-1 filed with the ROC
Legal Requirements for Auditor Appointment
Mandatory Appointment
Section 139 requires every company to appoint an auditor within 30 days of incorporation.
Rotation Requirements
Listed companies and certain other classes must rotate auditors every 5/10 years.
Eligibility Criteria
Only practicing Chartered Accountants or CA firms can be appointed as statutory auditors.
Tenure
Auditors are appointed for 5 years subject to annual ratification at AGMs.
Our Auditor Appointment Process
1. Needs Assessment
Evaluating your company's size, industry and specific audit requirements.
2. Auditor Selection
Identifying qualified auditors matching your business needs and budget.
3. Board Resolution
Drafting and passing necessary board resolutions for appointment.
4. Shareholder Approval
Facilitating ratification at AGM/EGM through proper notices and resolutions.
5. Regulatory Filings
Filing Form ADT-1 with ROC within 15 days of appointment.
Types of Auditors We Assist With
Statutory Auditor
Mandatory financial statement auditors
Internal Auditor
Required for certain classes of companies
Cost Auditor
For companies in specified industries
Secretarial Auditor
For listed and large public companies
Branch Auditor
For companies with foreign branches
Special Auditor
Appointed by government authorities
Documents Required for Auditor Appointment
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Auditor Consent Letter | Written consent to act as auditor (Form ADT-3) |
| Auditor Eligibility Certificate | Certificate confirming eligibility under Section 141 |
| Board Resolution | Approving auditor appointment |
| AGM/EGM Notice | For shareholder ratification |
| Auditor's Certificate | Confirming no disqualifications exist |
Transparent Pricing
| Service | Basic | Comprehensive |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory Auditor Appointment | ₹2,999 | ₹4,999 |
| Internal Auditor Appointment | ₹1,999 | ₹3,499 |
| Cost Auditor Appointment | ₹3,999 | ₹5,999 |
| Full Compliance Package | ₹6,999 | ₹9,999 |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Auditor appointments are simple but time-bound. These slips are common.
- Missing the 30-day window – The first auditor must be appointed within 30 days of incorporation.
- No eligibility certificate – The auditor’s consent and eligibility certificate must be on record.
- Late ADT-1 – ADT-1 is due within 15 days of the meeting that appoints the auditor.
- Ignoring rotation rules – Certain companies must rotate auditors after a set term.
- Removing an auditor informally – Removal before the term ends needs specific approvals.
The Auditor’s Role Through the Year
Statutory audit
Audit of the annual financial statements.
Board approval
Audited accounts approved by the board.
AGM appointment
Subsequent auditors appointed at the AGM for five-year terms.
Filing with ROC
Audited statements filed in AOC-4.
Helpful Guides
Free, plain-English guides from our compliance team:
Why Choose Vaidam Consultancy for Auditor Appointment
Deadline-driven
Appointment timelines are tracked from your incorporation date so nothing slips.
Complete paperwork
Resolutions, consent letter and eligibility certificate are prepared together.
Clear, upfront pricing
Our fees are listed on this page, and any government fee is shown separately before we start.
Rotation reminders
We tell you when auditor rotation rules start to apply to your company.
Frequently Asked Questions
Within 30 days of incorporation, with the Board appointing the first auditor who holds office until the conclusion of the first AGM.
Listed companies must rotate auditors after maximum two terms of 5 years each (total 10 years), with a cooling period of 5 years.
No, Section 141 prohibits appointment of auditors who are relatives of directors or have certain financial relationships with the company.
Company and officers in default may be fined ₹25,000 to ₹5,00,000 plus additional daily penalties for continuing defaults.
ADT-1 informs the ROC about an auditor’s appointment. It must be filed within 15 days of the meeting at which the auditor was appointed.
The first auditor holds office until the first AGM. After that, the auditor is appointed at the AGM for a term of five years, subject to rotation rules for certain companies.
The shareholders must appoint the first auditor at an extraordinary general meeting within 90 days.
Yes. The auditor files a statement of reasons with the company and the ROC in Form ADT-3, and a new auditor is appointed to fill the vacancy.