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This guide explains how to file Form CHG-1 on the MCA portal — the form used to register the creation or modification of a charge on company assets.
Form CHG-1 at a glance
| Form | CHG-1 — CHG-1 (Creation/Modification of Charge) |
| Purpose | To register the creation or modification of a charge on company assets |
| Who files | Companies creating/modifying a charge (e.g. for a loan) |
| Due date | within 30 days of creation (extendable with additional fees) |
How to file Form CHG-1 on the MCA portal
- Log in to the MCA (V3) portal with your registered credentials
- Search and open the Form CHG-1 web form under the relevant company
- Fill the required details and attach the supporting documents
- Affix the Digital Signature (DSC) of the authorised signatory/director
- Pay the applicable MCA fee and submit; note the SRN for tracking
Annual ROC compliance context
Form CHG-1 is one part of a company's yearly MCA obligations. Companies must also keep up annual filings, board/AGM compliance and event-based forms.
- Maintain statutory registers and minutes
- File annual forms (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A) after the AGM
- File event-based forms (DIR-12, PAS-3, CHG-1, etc.) within their timelines
- Complete director DIR-3 KYC every year
More on Form CHG-1
- Form CHG-1 Due Date & Fees
- Form CHG-1 Late Filing Penalty
- Form CHG-1: Purpose, Applicability & Format
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