Managing Business/Employment
Auditor Appointment Letter
Standard format — adapt the highlighted details to your company, and have a professional review it before use.
Auditor Appointment Letter
Date: [______________]
To,
M/s. [Name of the Auditor Firm]
Chartered Accountant,
Sub: Appointment as Statutory Auditors of the Company u/s 139(1) of the Companies Act, 2013
Dear Sir,
This is to inform you that with reference to your written consent and certificate in terms of the provisions of section 139(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 4 the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 provided by you, Shareholders of the Company at the Annual General Meeting held on [Date of AGM] have appointed M/s. [Name of the Auditor Firm], Chartered Accountant (Firm Registration No. ____________) as Statutory Auditors of the Company for the Financial Year 201_-201_ and to hold the office of Statutory Auditors from the conclusion of this Annual General Meeting till conclusion of [No. of AGM] Annual General Meeting of the Company subject to ratification at every Annual General Meeting and your eligibility & consent at a remuneration as mutually agreed by us.
The certified true copy of the resolution passed at the Annual General Meeting of the Company in respect of your appointment as Statutory Auditors of the Company is enclosed for your reference and record.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
For [Name of the Company]
[Director Name]
[DIN]
[Address]
This template is a starting point, not legal advice. Company law changes — if the stakes are high, get the final draft reviewed.
Understanding this document
What is auditor appointment letter?
A auditor appointment letter is a formal written record used by Indian companies to document a specific corporate action or agreement. Getting the format right matters — ROC filings, auditors, banks and courts all expect these documents to follow recognised formats.
When do you need it?
Whenever your company takes the corporate action this document records. Common triggers include board decisions, shareholder changes, statutory appointments, and regulatory filings. If you're unsure whether you need it, ask — getting it wrong costs more than getting it checked.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using an outdated format that doesn't reflect current Companies Act requirements
- Missing signatures, dates, or DIN/registration numbers
- Not keeping a signed copy with the statutory registers
- Assuming a template is enough for a complex or disputed situation
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