Extension of PRGI Annual Statement Filing for FY 2025-26

Extension of PRGI Annual Statement Filing for FY 2025-26. The Office of the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI), functioning under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, has issued Advisory No. 10 of 2026 dated 22nd May 2026 regarding the extension of the last date for e-Filing of Annual Statements for the Financial Year 2025-26 through the Press Sewa Portal. This advisory brings important relief to publishers and entities registered under the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023.
The advisory has been issued in continuation of Advisory No. 07 of 2026 dated 25th March 2026 and provides additional time to publishers to comply with the statutory requirement of filing annual statements online. For everyone who have received PRGI Registration are required to submit annual statements online through Press Sewa Portal to avoid non-compliance and penalties.
PRGI Annual Filing Last Date Extended till 31st July 2026
As per the advisory, the last date for submission of the Annual Statement for FY 2025-26 has been extended up to 31st July 2026 through the Press Sewa Portal. The extension has been granted considering the provisions of the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023 and the Press and Registration of Periodicals Rules, 2024.
This extension offers publishers additional time to ensure accurate and complete submission of annual details related to their publications.
Legal Basis for the Extension
The extension has been granted under the authority provided by:

Section 12(1) of the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023

Rule 9 of the Press and Registration of Periodicals Rules, 2024

These provisions empower the Press Registrar General to regulate and extend the filing timeline in special circumstances.
The PRP Act, 2023 replaced the earlier Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867 and introduced a modernized digital compliance framework for publishers in India. The Press Sewa Portal is one of the key digital initiatives introduced under the new law for online registration and compliance management.
Mandatory Online Filing through Press Sewa Portal
The PRGI has clearly stated that the Annual Statement must be filed exclusively through the online mode by logging into the Press Sewa Portal at https://www.presssewaportal.gov.in
Publishers should note the following important points:

No physical submission will be accepted.

Offline communication regarding filing is not permitted.

No revision will be allowed after successful e-Filing.

Publishers must ensure correctness before final submission.

This highlights the government’s push toward complete digital compliance and paperless administration under the PRP framework.
Importance of Filing the Annual Statement
The Annual Statement is an important compliance requirement for newspapers, journals, magazines, and other registered periodicals in India. It helps the Press Registrar General maintain updated records relating to publication details, ownership, circulation, printing, and editorial information.
Timely filing of the Annual Statement is essential for maintaining active registration status under the PRP Act, 2023. Failure to file the statement within the prescribed timeline may attract penal consequences under the law.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
The advisory specifically mentions that submission of incomplete or incorrect information, or failure to file the Annual Statement within the extended timeline, may result in strict action under the relevant provisions of the PRP Act, 2023.
Potential consequences may include:

Regulatory scrutiny

Penalty proceedings

Suspension-related implications

Risk to the registration status of the publication

Therefore, publishers are advised not to wait until the last date and complete the filing process well in advance.
Key Compliance Tips for Publishers
To avoid last-minute issues during e-Filing, publishers should keep the following points in mind:

Verify Publication Details: Ensure that the publication title, RNI/PRGI registration number, ownership details, periodicity, and printing information are correctly updated.

Keep Supporting Information Ready: Prepare all relevant circulation and publication-related data before initiating the filing process.

Use Correct Login Credentials: Publishers should use valid credentials registered on the Press Sewa Portal to avoid login-related delays.

Review Before Final Submission: Since revisions are not permitted after e-Filing, publishers should carefully review all details before final submission.

Avoid Technical Delays: Heavy traffic near the deadline may slow down portal performance. Early filing is strongly recommended.

Helpdesk Support for Publishers: In case of technical difficulties or clarification requirements, the PRGI Helpdesk may be contacted through:

Phone: 011-24320025

Email: helpdesk.rni@gov.in

Publishers facing portal access issues or compliance-related concerns should immediately approach the helpdesk to avoid delay in filing.
Transition from RNI to PRGI Framework
The introduction of the PRP Act, 2023 has transformed the regulatory structure governing newspapers and periodicals in India. The earlier Registrar of Newspapers for India (RNI) framework is gradually transitioning into the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI) system with a stronger emphasis on digitization, transparency, and centralized compliance.
The Press Sewa Portal now acts as the central platform for:

Title registration

Ownership changes

Annual statement filing

Periodical compliance management

Online communication with PRGI authorities

This advisory further reinforces the government’s digital-first approach toward publication regulation.
Conclusion
The extension of the last date for e-Filing of Annual Statements till 31st July 2026 provides much-needed relief to publishers across India. However, this additional timeline should be utilized responsibly to ensure accurate and timely compliance under the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023.
Since no offline filing or post-submission revision is permitted, publishers should carefully verify all details before completing the online filing through the Press Sewa Portal.
Timely compliance will help publishers maintain smooth regulatory status and avoid penalties or compliance-related complications under the evolving PRGI framework.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the extended last date for filing the Annual Statement for FY 2025-26?
Ans. The extended last date is 31st July 2026.
Q2. Which authority issued the advisory?
Ans. The advisory was issued by the Office of the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Q3. Under which law is the Annual Statement filing mandatory?
Ans. The filing requirement is governed by the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023.
Q4. Can publishers submit the Annual Statement offline?
Ans. No. The filing must be completed exclusively through the Press Sewa Portal.
Q5. Can corrections be made after e-Filing?
Ans. No revision or modification is allowed after successful online filing.
Q6. What happens if the Annual Statement is not filed?
Ans. Non-filing or incorrect filing may attract penal action and may affect the registration status of the publication.
Q7. What is the official portal for filing?
Ans. The filing can be completed through the Press Sewa Portal at www.presssewaportal.gov.in.
Q8. Can Compliance Calendar LLP help in filing annual statement for my PRGI?
Ans. Yes, in fact; we have dedicated experts for PRGI. Feel free to connect with us at 9988424211 or email us at info@ccoffice.in

The Office of the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI), functioning under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, has issued Advisory No. 10 of 2026 dated 22nd May 2026 regarding the extension of the last date for e-Filing of Annual Statements for the Financial Year 2025-26 through the Press Sewa Portal. This advisory brings important relief to publishers and entities registered under the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023.

The advisory has been issued in continuation of Advisory No. 07 of 2026 dated 25th March 2026 and provides additional time to publishers to comply with the statutory requirement of filing annual statements online. For everyone who have received PRGI Registration are required to submit annual statements online through Press Sewa Portal to avoid non-compliance and penalties.

PRGI Annual Filing Last Date Extended till 31st July 2026

As per the advisory, the last date for submission of the Annual Statement for FY 2025-26 has been extended up to 31st July 2026 through the Press Sewa Portal. The extension has been granted considering the provisions of the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023 and the Press and Registration of Periodicals Rules, 2024.

This extension offers publishers additional time to ensure accurate and complete submission of annual details related to their publications.

Legal Basis for the Extension

The extension has been granted under the authority provided by:

Section 12(1) of the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act, 2023
Rule 9 of the Press and Registration of Periodicals Rules, 2024

These provisions empower the Press Registrar General to regulate and extend the filing timeline in special circumstances.

The PRP Act, 2023 replaced the earlier Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867 and introduced a modernized digital compliance framework for publishers in India. The Press Sewa Portal is one of the key digital initiatives introduced under the new law for online registration and compliance management.

Mandatory Online Filing through Press Sewa Portal

The PRGI has clearly stated that the Annual Statement must be filed exclusively through the online mode by logging into the Press Sewa Portal at https://www.presssewaportal.gov.in

Publishers should note the following important points:

No physical submission will be accepted.
Offline communication regarding filing is not permitted.
No revision will be allowed after successful e-Filing.
Publishers must ensure correctness before final submission.

This highlights the government’s push toward complete digital compliance and paperless administration under the PRP framework.

Importance of Filing the Annual Statement

The Annual Statement is an important compliance requirement for newspapers, journals, magazines, and other registered periodicals in India. It helps the Press Registrar General maintain updated records relating to publication details, ownership, circulation, printing, and editorial information.

Timely filing of the Annual Statement is essential for maintaining active registration status under the PRP Act, 2023. Failure to file the statement within the prescribed timeline may attract penal consequences under the law.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

The advisory specifically mentions that submission of incomplete or incorrect information, or failure to file the Annual Statement within the extended timeline, may result in strict action under the relevant provisions of the PRP Act, 2023.

Potential consequences may include:

Regulatory scrutiny
Penalty proceedings
Suspension-related implications
Risk to the registration status of the publication

Therefore, publishers are advised not to wait until the last date and complete the filing process well in advance.

Key Compliance Tips for Publishers

To avoid last-minute issues during e-Filing, publishers should keep the following points in mind:

Verify Publication Details: Ensure that the publication title, RNI/PRGI registration number, ownership details, periodicity, and printing information are correctly updated.
Keep Supporting Information Ready: Prepare all relevant circulation and publication-related data before initiating the filing process.
Use Correct Login Credentials: Publishers should use valid credentials registered on the Press Sewa Portal to avoid login-related delays.
Review Before Final Submission: Since revisions are not permitted after e-Filing, publishers should carefully review all details before final submission.
Avoid Technical Delays: Heavy traffic near the deadline may slow down portal performance. Early filing is strongly recommended.
Helpdesk Support for Publishers: In case of technical difficulties or clarification requirements, the PRGI Helpdesk may be contacted through:
Phone: 011-24320025

Email: helpdesk.rni@gov.in

Publishers facing portal access issues or compliance-related concerns should immediately approach the helpdesk to avoid delay in filing.

Transition from RNI to PRGI Framework

The introduction of the PRP Act, 2023 has transformed the regulatory structure governing newspapers and periodicals in India. The earlier Registrar of Newspapers for India (RNI) framework is gradually transitioning into the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI) system with a stronger emphasis on digitization, transparency, and centralized compliance.

The Press Sewa Portal now acts as the central platform for:

Title registration
Ownership changes
Annual statement filing
Periodical compliance management
Online communication with PRGI authorities

This advisory further reinforces the government’s digital-first approach toward publication regulation.

Conclusion

The extension of the last date for e-Filing of Annual Statements till 31st July 2026 provides much-needed relief to publishers across India. However, this additional timeline should be utilized responsibly to ensure accurate and timely compliance under the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023.

Since no offline filing or post-submission revision is permitted, publishers should carefully verify all details before completing the online filing through the Press Sewa Portal.

Timely compliance will help publishers maintain smooth regulatory status and avoid penalties or compliance-related complications under the evolving PRGI framework.