Why physical verification matters.
Under CARO 2020, where it applies, the statutory auditor reports whether property, plant and equipment have been physically verified at reasonable intervals and whether differences were dealt with. Beyond the audit, an accurate register is needed for depreciation, insurance, tax and any sale of the business.
Assets disposed of, lost or stolen but still depreciated.
Assets bought but never capitalised correctly.
Assets moved between sites without records.
What we do.
- Register reviewCheck the register for missing details, duplicates and errors.
- TaggingBarcode or RFID tags with unique numbers, linked to the register.
- Physical verificationCount and inspect every asset or a planned sample.
- ConditionNote damaged, idle or obsolete assets for impairment review.
- ReconciliationMatch physical results with the register and list differences.
- ReportingA report for management, the auditor and the UK group.
How it works.
Sites and asset classes
Agree scope, tag type and timetable.
Clean the register
Before going on site.
On site
Tag and verify assets, with photographs.
Differences
Missing, extra and moved assets explained.
Register and accounts
Approved adjustments posted.
Why clients choose us for audits.
Every audit is led and signed by Chartered Accountants in India.
Findings written for UK boards, audit committees and group auditors.
A written engagement letter with scope, timetable and fee.
Independence checks and a second-partner review on every report.
Encrypted document sharing, with site visits where the work needs them.
Clear, prioritised recommendations your team can act on.
Asset verification for UK companies with Indian sites.
We carry out audits in India for UK groups, investors and lenders headquartered anywhere in the UK, reporting in a form their UK boards and auditors can use.
London
South East
Midlands
North of England
East and South West
Scotland, Wales, NI
Fixed asset tagging and verification FAQs.
Want an asset register you can trust?
Tell us your sites and asset types. We will tag, verify and reconcile them.
This page is general guidance based on the Companies Act, 2013, Indian tax law and regulator guidelines as they stand. It is not legal or financial advice for your situation. Thresholds and requirements can change, so please speak to us before acting on it.