Compliance Calendar – November 2025 (Checklist & Deadlines)

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    Stay compliant in November 2025 with this essential checklist for startups, businesses, and individuals in India. This compliance calendar highlights crucial due dates for GST returns, TDS payments, professional tax, PF/ESI, and company annual filings. Missing deadlines can lead to penalties and legal issues. Key dates include TDS/TCS deposits (Nov 7), GSTR-7 & 8 (Nov 10), monthly GSTR-1 (Nov 11), and GSTR-3B (Nov 20). Annual filings like MGT-7A and AOC-4 are due by Nov 30. This calendar is applicable to various entities, including companies, LLPs, and employers. Automate reminders, reconcile data, and start annual filing preparations early. Ensure smooth operations and avoid penalties by staying organized and compliant, as compliance discipline builds investor trust and ensures smooth audits.

    November 2025 Compliance Calendar for Startups, Businesses and Individuals 

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    Staying compliant isn’t optional it’s essential. Whether you’re a startup founder, CFO, or compliance officer, November 2025 brings critical GST, TDS, income tax, and ROC filing deadlines you can’t afford to miss.

    This monthly compliance calendar highlights all important statutory due dates for GST returns, TDS payments, professional tax, PF/ESI, and company annual filings as per Indian regulations.

    Why a Compliance Calendar Matters for November 2025

    • Ensures timely filing of GST returns, TDS, and MCA forms
    • Avoids late fees, interest, and penalties under Income Tax Act, Companies Act, and GST law
    • Simplifies regulatory management for startups, SMEs, corporates, and LLPs
    • Helps CFOs, compliance officers, and founders plan finance and accounting workflows

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    Key Compliance Dates for November 2025

    DateCompliance / FormApplicable ForDescription / Notes
    7th Nov (Friday)TDS/TCS DepositAll deductors/collectorsDeposit tax deducted or collected at source for October 2025.
    10th Nov (Monday)GSTR-7 & GSTR-8Govt deductors & e-commerce operatorsFile GST returns for TDS/TCS collected under GST for October 2025.
    11th Nov (Tuesday)GSTR-1 (Monthly)Regular taxpayersFile outward supplies for October 2025.
    13th Nov (Thursday)GSTR-1 IFF (Optional)QRMP scheme taxpayersUpload B2B invoices for October 2025 using Invoice Furnishing Facility.
    GSTR-5 / GSTR-6Non-resident & Input Service DistributorsReturn filing for October 2025.
    15th Nov (Saturday)Form 16A / 27DAll deductors/collectorsIssue TDS & TCS certificates for Q2 (July–Sept 2025).
    Professional Tax Return / PaymentEmployers (state-wise)Monthly due date varies by state (e.g., Maharashtra).
    PF & ESI Payments / ReturnsAll employersDeposit and file for October 2025.
    20th Nov (Thursday)GSTR-3B (Monthly)Regular taxpayersSummary return for outward & inward supplies.
    GSTR-5AOIDAR service providersReturn for non-resident online service providers.
    29th Nov (Saturday)Form 26QB / 26QC / 26QD / 26QEProperty buyers, individuals, contractorsFurnish challan-cum-statement for TDS under sections 194-IA, 194-IB, 194M, 194S for October 2025.
    Form PAS-6Unlisted public / certain private cos.Half-yearly return for reconciliation of share capital.
    30th Nov (Sunday)MGT-7A (Annual Return)Companies (Small & OPC)Annual ROC return for FY 2024–25.
    AOC-4 / AOC-4-XBRLCompaniesFiling of financial statements for FY 2024–25.
    Form 3CEAA / 3CEABEntities with transfer pricing transactionsFurnishing detailed transfer pricing documentation.
    Form 29CCompanies under MAT/AMTChartered Accountant report u/s 115JB/115JC.
    ITR-7Trusts, political parties, institutionsIncome Tax Return for AY 2025–26.

    Who Needs to Follow This Calendar?

    This compliance calendar is applicable to:

    • Non-resident and OIDAR entities filing GSTR-5/5A
      ** For April–June 2025 quarter
    • Private Limited Companies (including unlisted ones)
    • Startups and MSMEs registered under the Companies Act
    • LLPs, Firms, and Proprietorships liable for GST, TDS, or PF/ESI
    • Employers registered under Professional Tax Acts of their respective states

    Summary of Key Forms & Their Purpose

    FormPurposeFiling Frequency
    GSTR-1 / GSTR-3B / GSTR-5 / GSTR-5A / GSTR-7 / GSTR-8Monthly GST returnsMonthly
    Form 16A / 27DIssue of TDS/TCS CertificatesQuarterly
    PF / ESIPayment of contributionsMonthly
    Form PAS-6Reconciliation of share capitalHalf-yearly
    MGT-7A / AOC-4-XBRLROC Annual FilingsAnnually
    Form 3CEAA / 3CEAB / 29C / ITR-7Income-tax complianceAnnually

    Why Staying Compliant Matters

    Failure to meet due dates can lead to:

    • Penalties, interest, and late fees under GST, Income Tax & Companies Act
    • Disqualification of directors for persistent non-compliance
    • Negative impact on investor due diligence and funding readiness

    For startups and growing businesses, compliance discipline builds investor trust and ensures smooth audits and funding rounds.

    Compliance Tips from Treelife Experts

    • Automate reminders in your compliance management system to avoid missed deadlines.
    • Reconcile GST data between GSTR-1, 3B, and books before filing.
    • Cross-verify TDS deductions with Form 26AS & AIS for accuracy.
    • Start annual filing prep early late filing of MGT-7A/AOC-4 invites heavy penalties.

    Conclusion

    The Compliance Calendar for November 2025 includes critical GST, Income Tax, MCA, and labor law deadlines. Businesses should plan filings well in advance to avoid penalties and stay audit-ready.
    For startups, SMEs, and corporates, outsourcing compliance management to professionals ensures peace of mind and uninterrupted growth.

    Why Choose Treelife?

    Treelife has been one of India’s most trusted legal and financial firms for over 10 years. We are proud to be trusted by over 1000 startups and investors for solving their problems and taking accountability.

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