Let’s grow together — with purpose, passion, and professionalism.
We offer end-to-end support from initial registration to periodic filings, renewals, and inspections—ensuring your business is always compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
Welcome to Bandekar and Associates
About Us
Bandekar and Associates is built on a legacy of integrity, excellence, and forward-thinking vision. Founded on deep-rooted values and driven by a passion for precision, we are a multidisciplinary firm committed to empowering clients with strategic clarity and compliance confidence. We offer end-to-end support from initial registration to periodic filings, renewals, and inspections—ensuring your business is always compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
Headed by CA Prasad Bandekar, our firm comprises a dedicated 20-member team including Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Advocates. We proudly serve a wide range of clients—from emerging startups to established enterprises—through our offices and network firms located in Sirsi, Udupi, Mumbai, Chennai, Gangavathi, and Hyderabad.
- What sets us apart:
- A client-first approach rooted in trust, transparency, and long-term relationships
- A proactive mindset that keeps pace with regulatory changes and industry trends
- A focus on quality, timeliness, and ethical practice in every engagement
- Seamless collaboration across disciplines for end-to-end business support
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Our Services
We provide an array of business services for your enterprise, ensuring a solution to all of your business concerns.
Audit and Assurance
At the core of our Audit and Assurance services lies a commitment to the highest standards of integrity, independence, and professional excellence. We provide comprehensive audit solutions tailored to meet regulatory requirements and deliver valuable insights for strategic decision-making.
Our key services include:
- Statutory Audit: Ensuring true and fair representation of financial statements as per statutory requirements.
- Tax Audit: Detailed examination under Income Tax provisions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Internal Audit: Evaluating internal controls and business processes to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.
- Stock / Inventory Audit: Verifying inventory records to ensure proper valuation, control, and physical existence.
- Compliance Audit: Reviewing adherence to statutory, regulatory, and internal policies.
- Fixed Assets Verification: Physical verification and reconciliation of fixed assets to maintain accurate records.
- Bank Concurrent & Revenue Audits: Continuous and independent audits of banking operations to ensure procedural compliance and financial accuracy.
- GST Audit: In-depth audit of GST returns and records to identify discrepancies and ensure proper tax compliance.
- Cost Audit: Examining cost records to validate cost-efficiency and compliance with cost accounting standards.
Taxation and Regulatory
We provide a well-rounded, strategic approach to tax and regulatory services, designed to optimize compliance and minimize tax exposure. Our team’s expertise spans direct, indirect, and international taxation, ensuring seamless advisory and execution across jurisdictions.
With a forward-thinking outlook, we proactively identify and implement tax-efficient structures tailored to your business and personal needs.
Direct Tax Services
- Crafting sustainable tax strategies backed by deep technical, commercial, and industry insight
- Filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for all sources of income
- Filing ITRs with foreign income and availing benefits under DTAA
- Assistance in obtaining lower deduction certificates
- Succession and estate planning for wealth preservation
- Advisory and compliance for Transfer Pricing regulations
Indirect Tax Services
- Registration and filing under Indirect Tax and GST laws
- Assistance in claiming refunds, rebates, and incentives under Indirect Tax/GST
- End-to-end compliance management and representation before authorities
Consulting Services
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, companies need more than just number crunchers—they need strategic partners. Our consulting services are designed to support your business across financial, legal, and operational dimensions, so you can focus on growth, innovation, & the bigger picture.
We ensure a seamless transaction flow and a holistic approach to every business challenge—maximizing wealth creation and enabling sustainable success, right from the seed.
Our core offerings include:
- Financial Accounting: Robust accounting systems tailored to your business needs
- Statutory Compliances: Ensuring full compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
- Designing Compensation Structures: Structuring employee compensation to align with business goals and compliance
- Payroll Processing: Timely and accurate payroll management, including tax deductions and filings
- Implementation of Effective Controls: Establishing strong internal controls and accounting procedures for financial integrity
Our team of trusted advisors combines deep industry knowledge with hands-on experience in management consulting, helping you navigate complex challenges, seize opportunities, and unlock long-term growth.
Corporate Laws & Compliance
From incorporation to growth-stage funding, we offer comprehensive legal and regulatory support under the Companies Act and related corporate laws. Whether you're a startup laying the foundation or an established entity looking to streamline operations, we ensure full statutory compliance with a future-ready approach.
Our Services Include:
- Company Incorporation
- End-to-end assistance in registering Private Limited Companies, LLPs, OPCs, etc.
- Drafting MOA, AOA, and obtaining necessary registrations (PAN, TAN, GST, etc.)
- ROC & Companies Act Compliance
- Annual filings, maintenance of statutory registers, and preparation of board/shareholder meeting minutes
- Director appointments, resignations, and related MCA filings
- Filing of forms like DIR-3 KYC, MGT-7, AOC-4, PAS-3, etc.
- Corporate Governance & Advisory
- Structuring Boards and Committees as per legal norms
- Guidance on good governance practices and regulatory adherence
- Funding Support & Documentation
- Drafting and vetting of Shareholder Agreements, Term Sheets, Share Subscription Agreements
- Issue of shares, debentures, and other funding instruments in compliance with regulatory norms
- Secretarial Services
- Conducting secretarial audits and due diligence
- Representation before MCA, ROC, RD, and other regulatory bodies
We act as your trusted legal partner—helping you build a compliant, investor-ready, and structurally sound business from day one.
Regulatory Advisory & Representation
With a strong in-house team comprising Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, and Legal Experts, we offer comprehensive advisory, compliance, and representation services across various statutory and regulatory matters.
Our integrated approach ensures clients receive seamless support from strategy to execution—backed by professional insight and domain expertise.
Our Services Include:
- Representation Before Authorities
- Drafting and filing of appeals, replies to notices, and representations before:
- Income Tax Authorities
- GST and other Indirect Tax Departments
- ROC/MCA
- SEBI, RBI, and other regulatory bodies
- Appellate Tribunals and other quasi-judicial forums
- Drafting and filing of appeals, replies to notices, and representations before:
- Litigation & Compliance Support
- Preparation of case briefs, affidavits, submissions, and evidence documents
- Coordination with legal counsel for proceedings at various levels
- Responding to show-cause notices, departmental audits, and inquiries
- End-to-End Regulatory Filings
- Compliance and documentation under Companies Act, Income Tax Act, FEMA, and GST laws
- Filing and tracking appeals, rectification applications, and condonation of delay requests
- Strategic Advisory & Structuring
- Advisory on structuring transactions to reduce litigation risks and ensure compliance
- Expert consultation on regulatory impact assessments and mitigation planning
Our collaborative model ensures that every client receives accurate, timely, and practical solutions—whether it’s for resolving disputes, ensuring compliance, or navigating complex regulatory challenges.
Other Statutory Registrations & Compliance
Beyond core taxation and corporate services, we provide a full suite of support for various statutory registrations, licenses, and ongoing compliance. Our goal is to simplify regulatory requirements so that you can focus on running your business with confidence.
- Labour Law & Establishment Registrations
- ESI (Employees’ State Insurance) Registration & Monthly Filings
- EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) Registration & Compliance
- Professional Tax (PT) Registration & Returns
- Shops & Establishments Act Registration
- Labour Welfare Fund Compliance
- Maintenance of statutory registers, employee records, and compliance calendars
- Food & Health Sector Licensing
- FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) Registration and License
- Filing of annual returns, renewals, and label compliance assistance
- Advisory for hygiene audits and inspections
- Trade & Business Licenses
- Trade license applications and renewals with local municipal authorities
- MSME/Udyam Registration
- Import Export Code (IEC) registration
- Environmental & Other Regulatory Approvals
- Pollution Control Board (PCB) clearances
- Fire safety NOC, shop board approvals, and signage tax compliance
- Trust, Society & NGO Registrations
- Trust and Society Registration under relevant state acts
- NGO Darpan Registration with NITI Aayog
- Assistance in obtaining 12A Registration for income tax exemption
- Filing for 80G Certification to allow donors to claim tax deductions
- Ongoing compliance, advisory, and return filings for registered NGOs and charitable entities
Let’s discuss about how we can help make your business better
Our Teams
Our Team & Leadership
CA Prasad Bandekar
ACA, B.Com
Chethan Kumar H. S.
Industry Specialist and Strategic Mentor
Rajath G
Indirect Tax Specialist
Bhuvankumar T S
Compliance and Accounts Expert
Bhagavan Siddu M
Advocate, B.Com, L.L.B
Amrutha Arali
Organizational and Talent Strategist
Reasons to Choose Bandekar and Associates
At Bandekar and Associates, we believe that expertise must be matched with empathy—because understanding your vision is the first step to achieving it.
A Partnership Built on Trust:
We operate with transparency and integrity, fostering long-term relationships where your goals become our shared vision.
Client-Centric Solutions, Not Just Services:
We don't offer generic solutions. We take the time to understand your unique business needs, challenges, and aspirations, crafting tailored strategies that directly support your growth and wealth creation.
A Partnership Built on Trust:
We operate with transparency and integrity, fostering long-term relationships where your goals become our shared vision.
Multidisciplinary Expertise Under One Roof:
Our dedicated 20-member team comprises Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Advocates, offering seamless, end-to-end support across all financial, legal, and regulatory domains.
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