DPT-3 Compliance

DPT-3 Compliance

DPT-3 is a mandatory filing for companies with director loans. Track your filing status and deadlines.

What is DPT-3?

DPT-3 (Return of Deposits) is a form filed with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) to report:

• Loans received from directors
• Loans given to directors
• Other deposits and outstanding money

Filing Requirements

Who Must File:

• All companies with director loans (to or from the company)

Due Date:

• June 30 every year
• For the financial year ending March 31

Example:

• FY 2024-25 (April 2024 - March 2025)
• DPT-3 due by: June 30, 2025

DPT-3 Status in the System

The Loans page shows your DPT-3 status:

• Loans Requiring Filing: Director loans that need DPT-3
• Loans Filed: Already reported in DPT-3
• Loans Pending: Not yet filed
• Overdue Warning: Shown if past due date

Updating Filing Status

After filing DPT-3:

1. Find the loan in the Loans table
2. Click Actions → Update DPT-3 Status
3. Enter:
   • Filing Date: When DPT-3 was filed
   • DPT-3 Reference: Filing reference number from MCA
4. Click Save

The loan now shows as "Filed" in the DPT-3 column.

Which Loans Need DPT-3?

DPT-3 is required for:

• ✓ Director Loan to Company
• ✓ Director Loan from Company

DPT-3 is NOT required for:

• ✗ Bank Loans
• ✗ Credit Card balances
• ✗ Other institutional loans

Compliance Dashboard

The summary cards show:

• Total loans requiring DPT-3 filing
• Number already filed
• Number pending
• Warning if overdue

Tips

• File DPT-3 before June 30 to avoid penalties
• Keep the MCA filing reference for your records
• Update the system after filing for accurate tracking
• Review pending loans quarterly to stay prepared

Penalties for Non-Filing

Late or non-filing of DPT-3 may result in:

• Penalty on the company
• Penalty on officers in default
• Compounding fees

File on time to avoid compliance issues.