{"id":851,"date":"2025-02-07T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rize.blog.razorpay.in\/form-dpt-3\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T12:45:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:45:15","slug":"form-dpt-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/blogs\/form-dpt-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Form DPT-3: Due Date, Purpose, Return Date"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">What is Form DPT-3?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">Form DPT-3 is an annual return form that companies must file to report deposits and outstanding loan details. It is a statutory requirement under the Companies Act 2013, ensuring that businesses remain compliant and transparent in their financial dealings. The form covers:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\">Deposits received by the company<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Non-deposit loans taken from <a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/blogs\/director-in-private-limited-company\/\" target=\"_blank\">directors<\/a>, shareholders, or other sources<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Any other amounts that are classified as financial liabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"\">The primary objective of this filing is to prevent malpractices related to undisclosed financial transactions and to strengthen corporate governance.<\/p>\n<p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">&lt;H2&gt; Applicability and Requirements for DPT-3 Form<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"\">Form DPT-3 filing applies to all companies except government companies. This includes:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/what-is-a-private-limited-company\/\" target=\"_blank\">Private Limited Companies<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Public Limited Companies<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">One Person Companies (OPCs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"\">Key requirements for DP3 include:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Annual Filing Deadline:<\/strong> Companies must submit Form DPT-3 by June 30 each year, covering financial transactions for the previous fiscal year.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Financial Year Coverage:<\/strong> The form includes details of financial liabilities up to March 31 of the relevant financial year.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Auditor Verification:<\/strong> Companies must ensure that the reported figures are verified by auditors to maintain accuracy and compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Penalties for Non-Compliance with Form DPT-3 Filing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">Failure to file Form DPT-3 on time can result in significant penalties under the Companies Act 2013. The penalties include:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\">A flat penalty of up to <strong id=\"\">\u20b95,000<\/strong> for the company.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Additional daily fines of <strong id=\"\">\u20b9500 per day<\/strong> for continued non-compliance.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Officers responsible for the filing may also be penalised with additional fines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"\">Ensuring timely submission is essential to avoid legal repercussions and unnecessary financial burdens.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Preparing for the DPT-3 Filing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">To ensure a smooth DPT-3 filing process, companies should follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Review Financial Transactions:<\/strong> Examine all deposits, loans, and non-deposit receipts received during the financial year.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Obtain Audit Reports:<\/strong> Work with auditors to verify and validate the data before submission.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Gather Necessary Documentation:<\/strong> Collect supporting documents such as loan agreements, receipts, and auditor reports.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Consult Experts:<\/strong> If there are complexities in reporting, seek advice from compliance professionals or legal experts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Information Required to Fill DPT-3 Form<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">Companies need to provide the following details while filling out Form DPT-3:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/blogs\/corporate-identification-number\/\" target=\"_blank\">Corporate Identification Number (CIN)<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Name and registered address of the company<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Auditor certification and verification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"\">Other financial liabilities as per the balance sheet-<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Net Worth of the Company: <\/strong>The <strong id=\"\">net worth<\/strong> is calculated as <strong id=\"\">total assets minus total liabilities<\/strong> based on the most recent financial year-end.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Particulars of Charge (if any): <\/strong>Companies must disclose any <strong id=\"\">charges or <\/strong>encumbrances on their assets. This includes mortgages, liens, or any other security interests held against company-owned properties or resources.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Total Amount Outstanding as of March 31st, 2020 <\/strong>including-&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\">Deposits received from individuals or entities.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Loans borrowed from banks, directors, or other companies.<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Any other non-deposit receipts that need disclosure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Particulars of Credit Rating (If Applicable): <\/strong>Companies with an assigned <strong id=\"\">credit rating<\/strong> should provide: <strong id=\"\">Name of the credit rating agency<\/strong> (e.g., CRISIL, ICRA, CARE, etc.) and <strong id=\"\">the rating assigned<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Form DPT-3 Due Date<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">The due date for filing Form DPT-3 is <strong id=\"\">June 30th<\/strong> of every financial year. Companies should ensure timely submission to avoid penalties and maintain regulatory compliance.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Documents Required to File DPT-3 Form<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">To complete the Form DPT-3 filing, companies must submit:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"\">\n<li id=\"\">List of Depositors<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Deposit Insurance Contract<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Copy of the Trust Deed<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Copy of the Instrument Creating Charge<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Details of Liquid Assets<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Outstanding Receipts of Money or Loans<\/li>\n<li id=\"\">Auditor\u2019s Certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Looking to register your company online? Get started with Razorpay Rize\u2019s <\/em><\/strong><a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/company-registration\/private-limited\" target=\"_blank\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Company Registration<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\"> services!<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p id=\"\">Form DPT-3 is a critical compliance requirement for companies in India. Filing this might feel like just another compliance task, but it\u2019s actually a crucial step in keeping your business financially transparent and legally sound. Missing the deadline can lead to penalties, unnecessary stress, and last-minute scrambling. Instead of rushing at the last minute, take a proactive approach\u2014<strong id=\"\">review your records, coordinate with your auditors, and get your documents in order well in advance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\"><strong id=\"\">Frequently Asked Questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about Form DPT-3, its due date, purpose, and return filing requirements. 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