RENU SURESH
Expert
Published on: Mar 27, 2026
Mandatory Filing of Form IEPF-1A by 30th August 2025
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), has issued a final public notice mandating all defaulting companies to file Form IEPF-1A along with the prescribed Excel template latest by 30th August 2025.
What’s the Background?
As per Rule 5(4A) of the IEPF (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016, companies that have transferred amounts under Section 205C of the Companies Act, 1956 or Section 125(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 to the IEPF without filing the prescribed Excel-based statements, must now submit Form IEPF-1A along with the correct format.
Despite a 2019 notification and multiple reminders, the IEPFA reports that:
- Over 3,000 companies (including 1,758 listed and 1,103 unlisted) remain non-compliant.
- More than 31,000 SRNs were filed using non-standard formats, causing serious delays and issues in refund processing and investor grievance resolution.
Who Needs to Comply?
- Companies that transferred funds to IEPF or Central Government but did not file statements in the mandated Excel format.
- Companies that submitted Form IEPF-1 after 20th August 2019 in any format other than Excel.
Final Deadline: 30th August 2025
IEPFA, now operating under MCA21 V3, has allowed a 30-day final compliance window from the date of this notice. Companies will receive the list of relevant SRNs and Excel templates via their registered email IDs.
Non-Compliance Consequences
Failure to file Form IEPF-1A with the required Excel template by 30.08.2025 will result in regulatory action under the Companies Act, 2013.
The official public notice is attached below for reference.
Final Key Takeaways
Form IEPF-1A is mandatory for companies that transferred funds to the IEPF without using the required Excel format.
- The final compliance deadline is 30th August 2025 — no further extensions are expected.
- Non-compliance will lead to regulatory penalties under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Companies will receive SRN details and Excel templates via email from IEPFA.
- Immediate coordination with Nodal Officers and Company Secretaries is advised to avoid last-minute issues.
Form IEPF-1A is attached below for your ready reference.
Have Questions About IEPF Compliance?
If you're uncertain about your company's obligations under the latest IEPFA directive or need guidance on preparing for the 30th August 2025 deadline, our IndiaFilings consultants are available to assist. We can help you understand the requirements, review your current compliance status, and guide you on the next steps.
Get in touch with our expert advisors for a personalised consultation and ensure your company stays compliant.