📅 Complete Compliance Calendar 2026 – GST, TDS, MGT-7, PF/ESIC & Key Tax Dates
Staying compliant is no longer optional for businesses and professionals — missing even a single statutory due date can result in penalties, interest, and legal notices.
To make it simple, we have prepared a full Compliance Calendar for January 2026 – December 2026, covering GST, Income Tax, TDS/TCS, PF/ESIC, ROC filings, and other key deadlines.
This guide will help companies, CAs, and tax professionals plan ahead and avoid last-minute stress.
🔹 Monthly GST & Tax Compliance
1️⃣ TDS / TCS Payments – 7th of Every Month
All businesses must deposit TDS/TCS for the previous month by the 7th.
2️⃣ GST Monthly Filings – 10th & 11th of Every Month
- 10th: GSTR-7 (TDS under GST) & GSTR-8 (TCS under GST)
- 11th: GSTR-1 for monthly filers
3️⃣ GST Quarterly Filings (QRMP) – 13th of Every Month
For businesses under the Quarterly Return Monthly Payment (QRMP) scheme:
- IFF (Invoice Furnishing Facility)
- GSTR-1 / GSTR-5 / GSTR-6 (as applicable)
4️⃣ GST Monthly Summary – 20th of Every Month
- GSTR-3B for monthly filers
- GSTR-5A for OIDAR service providers
🔹 Quarterly & Annual Filings
1️⃣ CMP-08 – Composition Dealers
- Quarterly statement of tax payable for composition scheme
- Due in the last month of each quarter
2️⃣ Annual Returns
- GSTR-9 & GSTR-9C (for FY 2025-26)
- Key for taxpayers with turnover > ₹5 Cr
3️⃣ Income Tax / Audit
- TDS Returns & Certificates – quarterly due dates
- Advance Tax – quarterly instalments
- Tax Audit – FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27)
4️⃣ PF & ESIC
- Monthly payments and filings by the 15th of each month for all eligible employers
🔹 ROC / MCA Compliances
1️⃣ MGT-7 / MGT-7A
- Mandatory for all companies except OPCs & Small Companies
- Extended due date for FY 2024-25: 31st January 2026
2️⃣ AOC-4 / AOC-4 XBRL
- Annual filing of financial statements
- Check MCA portal for deadlines and format updates
3️⃣ DIR-3 KYC
- Mandatory for directors holding DIN
🔹 Key Benefits of Using a Compliance Calendar
✔ Avoid late fees & penalties
✔ Maintain smooth audits
✔ Plan financial & tax operations effectively
✔ Ensure full statutory compliance
✔ Build credibility with regulators and stakeholders
🔹 Pro Tips for Businesses & Professionals
- Mark all dates in your calendar — don’t rely solely on memory.
- Set reminders 7–10 days before deadlines to avoid last-minute rush.
- Use professionals for complex filings like GSTR-9C, Tax Audit, and ROC annual returns.
- Track updates on MCA & GST portal — regulations change every year.
🔹 Quick Snapshot: Top 10 Critical Dates
| Compliance | Due Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TDS / TCS Payment | 7th of Every Month | Previous month deposit |
| GSTR-7 / GSTR-8 | 10th of Every Month | GST TDS / TCS filing |
| GSTR-1 | 11th Monthly / Quarterly | Invoice filing |
| GSTR-3B | 20th of Every Month | Summary return |
| CMP-08 | Quarterly | Composition dealers |
| PF/ESIC | 15th of Every Month | Monthly payments |
| MGT-7 / MGT-7A | 31 Jan 2026 | FY 2024-25 extended deadline |
| AOC-4 / AOC-4 XBRL | As per MCA | Annual financials |
| Tax Audit | AY 2026-27 | Mandatory for eligible companies |
| Advance Tax | 15 Mar / Quarterly | Payment schedule per AY |
🔹 Final Words
A well-planned compliance calendar is the backbone of hassle-free business operations. Following deadlines for GST, TDS/TCS, PF/ESIC, ROC filings, and tax audits ensures you avoid penalties, notices, and legal issues.
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