(a) Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared under historical cost
convention on an accrual basis and in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles in Indiaand specifically to complyinall
material respects with the notified Accounting Standards (AS) issued
under the Companies Accounting Standard Rules, 2006 and the relevant
provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. (''the Act'') and the guidelines
issued by the Reserve Bank of India (''RBI'') as applicable to a Non
Banking Finance Company (''NBFC''). The Accounting policies are
consistent with those used in the previous year.
(b) Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates
and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and
liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the
financial statements and the results of operations during the reporting
year end. Although these estimates are based upon management''s best
knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ
from these estimates. Any revisions to the accounting estimates are
recognized prospectively in the current and future years.
(c) Fixed Assets, Depreciation /Amortisation and Impairment of assets
Fixed Assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated
depreciation/amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost
comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the
asset to its working condition for its intended use. Borrowing costs
relating to acquisition of fixed assets are included to the extent they
relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.
Depreciation/Amortisation
Depreciation is provided pro rata on Straight Line Method (''SLM''),
which reflect the management''s estimate of the useful lives of the
respective fixed assets and are greater than or equal to the
corresponding rates prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Act. The assets
for which higher rates are applied are as follows:
Particulars Rates (SLM) Schedule XIV rates (SLM)
Computer Software 33.33% 16.21%
Leasehold improvement is amortized over the primary period of lease
subject to a maximum of 60 months. All fixed assets individually
costing Rs.5000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of
installation.
Impairment of assets
The carrying amount of assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date if
there is any indication of impairment based on internal/external
factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount
of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is
the greater of the assets'' netsellingpriceandvalueinuse.
After impairment, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying
amount of the asset over its remaining useful life.
A previously recognized impairment loss is increased or reversed
depending on changes in circumstances. However the carrying value after
reversal is not increased beyond the carrying value that would have
prevailed by charging usual depreciation if there was no impairment.
(d) Investments
Investments intended to be held for not more than a year are classified
as current investments. All other investments are classified as
long-term investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost
and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long Term
Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution in the value
of long term investments is made to recognize decline in value other
than temporary in nature.
(e) Assets under financing activities
Assets under Financing Activities are stated at the amount advanced
including finance charges accrued and expenses recoverable, as reduced
by the amounts received up to Balance sheet date and assets
securitized. Non Performing Assets are written off / provided for, as
per management estimates, subject to the minimum provision required as
per Non-Banking Financial (Deposit Accepting or Holding) Companies
Prudential Norms (Reserve Bank) Directions 2007. Provision @0.25% on
standard Asset is made as required under Reserve bankof India (RBI)
notification No. DNBS.222/CGM(US-2011) Dated January 17, 2011.
(f) Foreign currency translation
Foreign currency transactions are accounted at the exchange rate
prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign currency monetary
items on the Balance Sheet date are restated at the closing exchange
rates. All Exchange differences are dealt within the profit & loss
account.
(g) Revenue recognition
i. Income from Financing Activities is recognised on the basis of
internal rate of return. This includes Additional Finance Charges which
is accounted when received becauseofuncertaintyof realization.
ii.Gainarising on securitization / direct as signment of assets is
recognized over the tenure of agreements as per guideline on
securitization of standard assets issued by RBI. Loss (if any) is
recognized upfront.
iii. The Prudential norms for income recognition prescribed under
Non-Banking Financial (Deposit Accepting or Holding) Companies
Prudential Norms (Reserve Bank) Directions 2007 are followed.
iv Income from services is recognized as per the terms of the contract
on accrual basis.
v. Interest Income on deposit accounts with banks is recognized on a
time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and
the rate applicable.
vi. Dividend is recognized as Income when rightto receive is
established by the date of balance sheet.
vii. Profit/Loss on sale of investments is recognized at the time of
actual sale/redemption.
(h) Employee benefits
ProvidentFund
All the employees of the Company are entitled to receive benefits under
the Provident Fund, a defined contribution plan in which both the
employee and the Company contribute monthly at a stipulated rate. The
Company has no liability for future Provident Fund benefits other than
its annual contribution and recognizes such contributions as an expense
in the year it is incurred.
Gratuity
The Company provides for the gratuity, a defined benefit retirement
plan covering all employees. The plan provides for lumpsum payments to
employees at retirement, death while in employment or on separation
from employment as per Provisions of payment of Gratuity Act 1972 . The
Company accounts for liability of future gratuity benefits based on an
external actuarial valuation on projected unit credit method carried
out annually for assessing liability as at the balance sheet date.
Leave Encashment
Short term compensated absences are provided for based on estimates.
Long term compensated absences are provided for based on actuarial
valuation. The actuarial valuation is done as per projected unit credit
method.
Actuarial gains/losses are immediately taken to profit and loss account
and are not deferred.
(i) Income tax
Tax expense comprises of current tax, deferred tax and fringe benefit
tax. Current income tax and fringe benefit tax is measured at the
amount expected to be paid to the tax authorities in accordance with
the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred income taxes reflects the
impact of current year timing differences between taxable income and
accounting income for the year and reversal of timing differences of
earlier years.
Deferred tax is measured based on the tax rates and the tax laws
enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred
tax assets are recognized only to the extent that there is reasonable
certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available
against which such deferred tax assets can be realized. In situations
where the Company has unabsorbed depreciation or carry forward tax
losses, all deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual
certainty supported by convincing evidence that they can be realized
against future taxable profits.
The un-recognized deferred tax assets are re-assessed by the Company at
each balance sheet date and are recognized to the extent that it has
become reasonably certain or virtually certain, as the case may be that
sufficient future taxable income will be available against which such
deferred tax assets can be realized.
The carrying cost of the deferred tax assets are reviewed at each
balance sheet date. The Company writes down the carrying amount of a
deferred tax asset to the extent that it is no longer reasonably
certain or virtually certain, as the case may be, that sufficient
future taxable income will be available against which deferred tax
asset can be realized. Any such write down is reversed to the extent
that it becomes reasonably certain or virtually certain, as the case
may be, that sufficient future taxable income will be available.
0) Segment reporting
The company operates in one reportable segment.
(k) Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit or
loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders (after
deducting attributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity
shares outstanding during the year.
For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, the net
profit or loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders and
the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are
adjusted forthe effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.
J) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents in the cash flow statement which is prepared
in accordance with Accounting Standard (AS) 3 issued by the Institute
of Chartered Accountants of India(ICAI) comprise cash at bank, cash in
hand and shortterm investments with an original maturity of three
months or less.
(m) Expenses on deposits / debentures
Expenses on mobilization of deposits / debentures are charged to Profit
& Loss account in the year in which they are incurred.
(n) Provisions
A provision is recognised when the Company has a present obligation as
a result of past event; it is probable that outflow of resources will
be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable
estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present
value and are determined based on best estimate required to settle the
obligation at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each
balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.
(o) Derivative instruments
Accounting for derivative contracts, other than those covered under
AS-11, are marked to market and the net loss after considering the off
setting effect on the underlying hedge item is charged to profit and
loss account. Net gains are ignored.
(P) Employee stock compensation costs
Measurement and disclosure of the employee share-based payment plans is
done in accordance with SEBI (Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee
Stock Purchase Scheme) Guidelines, 1999 and the Guidance Note on
Accounting for Employee Share-based Payments, issued by the ICAI. The
Company measures compensation cost relating to employee stock options
using the intrinsic value method. Compensation expense is amortized
over the vesting period of the option on a straight line basis.
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