November 2025 Compliance Calendar for Startups, Businesses and Individuals
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
Key Compliance Dates for November 2025
| Date | Compliance / Form | Applicable For | Description / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Nov (Friday) | TDS/TCS Deposit | All deductors/collectors | Deposit tax deducted or collected at source for October 2025. |
| 10th Nov (Monday) | GSTR-7 & GSTR-8 | Govt deductors & e-commerce operators | File GST returns for TDS/TCS collected under GST for October 2025. |
| 11th Nov (Tuesday) | GSTR-1 (Monthly) | Regular taxpayers | File outward supplies for October 2025. |
| 13th Nov (Thursday) | GSTR-1 IFF (Optional) | QRMP scheme taxpayers | Upload B2B invoices for October 2025 using Invoice Furnishing Facility. |
| GSTR-5 / GSTR-6 | Non-resident & Input Service Distributors | Return filing for October 2025. | |
| 15th Nov (Saturday) | Form 16A / 27D | All deductors/collectors | Issue TDS & TCS certificates for Q2 (July–Sept 2025). |
| Professional Tax Return / Payment | Employers (state-wise) | Monthly due date varies by state (e.g., Maharashtra). | |
| PF & ESI Payments / Returns | All employers | Deposit and file for October 2025. | |
| 20th Nov (Thursday) | GSTR-3B (Monthly) | Regular taxpayers | Summary return for outward & inward supplies. |
| GSTR-5A | OIDAR service providers | Return for non-resident online service providers. | |
| 29th Nov (Saturday) | Form 26QB / 26QC / 26QD / 26QE | Property buyers, individuals, contractors | Furnish challan-cum-statement for TDS under sections 194-IA, 194-IB, 194M, 194S for October 2025. |
| Form PAS-6 | Unlisted 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-XBRL | Companies | Filing of financial statements for FY 2024–25. | |
| Form 3CEAA / 3CEAB | Entities with transfer pricing transactions | Furnishing detailed transfer pricing documentation. | |
| Form 29C | Companies under MAT/AMT | Chartered Accountant report u/s 115JB/115JC. | |
| ITR-7 | Trusts, political parties, institutions | Income 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
| Form | Purpose | Filing Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GSTR-1 / GSTR-3B / GSTR-5 / GSTR-5A / GSTR-7 / GSTR-8 | Monthly GST returns | Monthly |
| Form 16A / 27D | Issue of TDS/TCS Certificates | Quarterly |
| PF / ESI | Payment of contributions | Monthly |
| Form PAS-6 | Reconciliation of share capital | Half-yearly |
| MGT-7A / AOC-4-XBRL | ROC Annual Filings | Annually |
| Form 3CEAA / 3CEAB / 29C / ITR-7 | Income-tax compliance | Annually |
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.
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