RV’s ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS KIT
FOR EVERY REGISTERED VALUER OF CEV IAF RVO
THE KIT OF IMPORTANT ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS & SUBMISSION OF HYRs
FOR 2nd HYR FY 2025-2026 ONLY
TO BE SUBMITTED FOR 2nd HYR: UPTO 15/04/2026
ESSENTIAL COMPLIANCES FOR REGISTERED VALUERS
A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide for CEV IAF RVO Members for FY 2025–2026 (2nd HYR)
Powered by: CEV IAF RVO
Introduction
In the evolving regulatory framework under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules, 2017, compliance is not merely procedural—it is foundational to professional credibility, regulatory recognition, and continuation of practice.
To ensure uniformity, transparency, and accountability, CEV IAF RVO has prescribed a structured “Essential Documents Kit” for all Registered Valuers (RVs), especially for the 2nd Half-Yearly Return (HYR) of FY 2025–2026, to be submitted on or before 15th April 2026.
This article provides a detailed, step-by-step explanation of each compliance requirement, along with its purpose, legal backing, and practical implications.
1. M-1: Annual Membership Fee
(Mandatory for All Registered Valuers)
Legal Basis:
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Bye-Law 11 of Registered Valuers Organisation
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Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules, 2017
What is Required?
Every Registered Valuer must pay the annual membership fee to maintain active membership with the RVO.
Why It Matters:
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Ensures continuity of membership
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Mandatory for renewal of Certificate of Practice (COP)
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Enables participation in RVO activities, monitoring, and compliance systems
Best Practice:
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Pay the fee well before the deadline
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Keep proof of payment for audit and compliance verification
FORM NO-1
1. M-1. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE TO BE PAID BY ALL RVs
ADHERING TO BYE-LAW 11
THE COMPANIES (REGISTERED VALUERS AND VALUATION) RULES, 2017.
BYE-LAWS OF A REGISTERED VALUERS ORGANISATION.
Membership Fee.
11. The Organisation may require the members to pay a fixed sum of money as its annual membership fee.
M-1 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PAYABLE BY ALL MEMBERS OF THE REGISTERED VALUERS ORGANISATION
2. M-2: UID Generation for Valuation Reports
(Critical Compliance for Report Authentication)
Applicability:
Only applicable if the RV has conducted valuation assignments under statutory provisions during the half-year.
Key Requirement:
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Generate a Unique Identification Number (UID)
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Print UID on every page of the valuation report
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Mention date of UID generation
Timeline:
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For reports between:
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01/10/2025 – 31/03/2026
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Must be reflected in HYR after 30th Sept / 31st March
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Why It Matters:
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Ensures traceability and authenticity
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Prevents misuse or duplication of reports
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Mandatory for peer review and COP renewal
Critical Note:
Failure to generate UID may:
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Lead to non-compliance observations
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Affect the renewal of COP
FORM NO-2
2. This condition is abolished in FY-2026-2027. RVs need to generate VRIN as mentioned in step M-7 from the Authority’s official website www.ibbi.gov.in, as per the steps mentioned therein
3. M-3: Annual Data Sheet (Once a Year)
Submission Window:
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01/04/2026 to 15/04/2026
What It Includes:
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Professional details
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Assignment summary
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Compliance declarations
Purpose:
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Annual profiling of valuers
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Helps RVO maintain centralized database
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Used for regulatory reporting and monitoring
Best Practice:
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Ensure accuracy and consistency with other submitted forms
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Avoid last-minute submission errors
FORM NO-3
3. M-3. SERIAL NUMBER-3 (M-3)
M-3. DATA SHEET TO BE FILLED BY EVERY REGISTERED VALUER every year (only once a year)
This form (M-3) is to be submitted at the end of each financial year and completed between 01/04/2026 and 15/04/2026 each year.
4. M-4: Half-Yearly Data Sheet (HYR Compliance)
Legal Basis:
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Section 247 of Companies Act
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RVO Monitoring Policy (Bye-Laws 15, 16, 17)
Frequency:
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Twice a year (Half-Yearly)
Key Requirement:
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Submit details of:
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Ongoing assignments
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Completed assignments
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Report reference numbers
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Dates of assignment & completion
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Important Condition:
➡️ Data in M-2 (UID reports) must match exactly with M-4.
Why It Matters:
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Core compliance for monitoring professional conduct
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Enables peer review and scrutiny
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Ensures transparency in valuation practice
FORM NO-4
4. M-4. SOFT COPY
DATASHEET TO BE FILLED BY EVERY REGISTERED VALUER ON A HALF-YEARLY BASIS (Twice in a year)
This form (M-4) is to be submitted on a half-yearly basis by all the Registered Valuers as per Section 247 of Companies Act.
THE COMPANIES (REGISTERED VALUERS AND VALUATION) RULES, 2017.
BYE-LAWS OF A REGISTERED VALUERS ORGANISATION.
VIII. MONITORING OF MEMBERS
15. The Organisation shall have a Monitoring Policy to monitor the professional activities and conduct of members for their adherence to the provisions of the Act, rules, regulations and guidelines issued thereunder, these bye-laws, the Code of Conduct and directions given by the Governing Board.
16. A member shall submit information about ongoing and concluded engagements as a registered valuer, in the manner and format specified by the Organisation, at least twice a year stating inter alia, the date of assignment, date of completion and reference number of valuation assignment and valuation report.
17. The Monitoring Committee shall review the information and records submitted by the members in accordance with the Monitoring Policy.
All data filled in SERIAL NUMBER 2 should reflect in this form (Mandatory Requirement)
This form (M-4) is to be submitted on a half-yearly basis. All data filled in SERIAL NUMBER 2 should reflect in this form (Mandatory Requirement)
5. M-5: Annual Undertaking
Requirement:
Every Registered Valuer must submit a yearly undertaking confirming:
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Adherence to rules and regulations
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Ethical conduct
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Compliance with Code of Conduct
Importance:
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Acts as a self-declaration of professional integrity
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Crucial for disciplinary and monitoring framework
FORM NO-5
5. M-5. UNDERTAKING SOFT COPY
COMPULSORY UNDERTAKING TO BE SENT BY EVERY REGISTERED VALUER ON YEARLY BASIS
6. M-6: Peer Review Compliance Format
Focus Area:
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Compliance with Rule 8(3) of Valuation Rules
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Adherence to Code of Conduct
What It Evaluates:
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Quality of valuation reports
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Ethical practices
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Documentation standards
Why It Matters:
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Strengthens professional standards
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Enhances the credibility of valuers
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Identifies gaps and areas of improvement
FORM NO-6
6. M-6. PEER REVIEW FORMATS
QUESTIONS RELATING TO COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 8(3) OF COMPANIES (REGISTERED VALUERS & VALUATION) RULES, 2017 & CODE OF CONDUCT:
7. M-7: Generation of VRIN (Valuation Report Identification Number)
Platform:
IBBI Portal (https://ibbi.gov.in)
Login Credentials Format:
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Username: RV-XXXXX (last 5 digits of registration)
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Password: Existing or reset via registered email
Steps:
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Login to IBBI portal
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Navigate to VRIN generation
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Generate unique VRIN for each report
Importance:
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Regulatory tracking by IBBI
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Ensures national-level database integration
FORM NO-7
7. M-7. GENERATION OF VRIN FROM THE IBBI WEBSITE
HOW TO GENERATE THE VRIN
You can use the following credentials to access IBBI website:
URL: https://ibbi.gov.in/en/users/
Username : RV-xxxxx
Password: The old password
The user id pattern for RV login is “RV-(last five digit of the RV Registration number)”
The user id pattern for RVE login is “RVE-00(last three digit of the RVE Recognition number)”
In case the password needs to be changed, you can reset the password using this url ( https://ibbi.gov.in/en/users/
In order to reset the password using the link, please use the registered email id and select role “RV” or “RVE”, as the case may be. Then email, to reset the password, will be received at the registered email.
8. M-8: Undertaking for CEP from Other RVOs
Applicability:
If Continuing Education Program (CEP) is completed from another RVO
Requirement:
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Submit an annual undertaking confirming:
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CEP completion
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Authenticity of certificates
- TO BE SENT TO EMAIL ceviafcep@gmail.com BEFORE 15TH APRIL, ALONG WITH ALL CEPs’ CERTIFICATES ISSUED.
- ALL CEP ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATES ALONG WITH DULY SIGNED UNDERTAKING SENT UPTO 15TH APRIL WILL BE CONSIDERED ONLY IF SENT TO ceviafcep@gmail.com; OTHERWISE WILL BE REJECTED (IF SENT ON ANY OTHER MAIL ID)
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Why It Matters:
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Ensures uniform professional development standards
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Prevents duplication or misrepresentation
FORM NO-8
8. M-8. UNDERTAKING IF CEPs ARE DONE FROM ANY OTHER RVO
TO BE SENT TO EMAIL ceviafcep@gmail.com BEFORE 15TH APRIL
COMPULSORY UNDERTAKING TO BE SENT BY EVERY REGISTERED VALUER EVERY YEAR
FINAL COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST (AT A GLANCE)
| Form | Frequency | Key Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| M-1 | Annual | Membership validity |
| M-2 | As applicable | UID for reports |
| M-3 | Annual | Data sheet |
| M-4 | Half-yearly | Assignment reporting |
| M-5 | Annual | Undertaking |
| M-6 | As required | Peer review |
| M-7 | Per report | VRIN generation |
| M-8 | Annual | CEP declaration |
CRITICAL DEADLINE
⏰ Submission for 2nd HYR: On or Before 15th April 2026
Conclusion
The compliance framework laid down by CEV IAF RVO is not merely administrative—it is a robust governance mechanism designed to:
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Enhance credibility of Registered Valuers
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Ensure transparency in valuation assignments
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Facilitate regulatory oversight and peer review
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Strengthen public trust in valuation profession
Registered Valuers are advised to treat these compliances as professional obligations, not procedural burdens.
Support & Assistance
For any clarification, members may:
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Visit official website: www.cevindia.org
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Contact helpline or Monitoring Committee
Editorial Note
This guideline serves as a practical compliance manual for all Registered Valuers and is recommended to be preserved for reference throughout the financial year.
🟥 CEV IAF RVO – COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST POSTER
📊 For Registered Valuers – 2nd HYR (FY 2025–2026)
⏰ Deadline: 15th April 2026
✅ MANDATORY COMPLIANCES – STEP BY STEP
🔴 1. M-1: Annual Membership Fee
✔ Pay annual fee as per Bye-Laws
✔ Ensure active membership status
🔴 2. M-2: UID for Valuation Reports
✔ Generate UID for each report
✔ Print UID on every page
✔ Mention date of generation
✔ Reflect same in HYR
🔴 3. M-3: Annual Data Sheet (Once a Year)
✔ Submit between 01–15 April 2026
✔ Ensure complete & accurate details
🔴 4. M-4: Half-Yearly Return (HYR)
✔ Submit assignment details
✔ Include ongoing & completed cases
✔ Match data with M-2 (UID reports)
🔴 5. M-5: Annual Undertaking
✔ Declare compliance with rules
✔ Confirm adherence to Code of Conduct
🔴 6. M-6: Peer Review Compliance
✔ Ensure Rule 8(3) compliance
✔ Maintain proper documentation
✔ Be ready for quality review
🔴 7. M-7: Generate VRIN (IBBI Portal)
✔ Login using RV credentials
✔ Generate VRIN for reports
✔ Maintain record for verification
🔴 8. M-8: CEP Undertaking (If Applicable)
✔ Declare CEP done from other RVO
✔ Submit proof & undertaking
⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDERS
✔ All forms must be accurate & consistent
✔ M-2 data must match M-4 (Strictly Mandatory)
✔ Delays may affect COP Renewal
✔ Maintain proper records for Peer Review
📌 FINAL DEADLINE
🗓 15 APRIL 2026 – NO EXCEPTIONS
🏢 NEED HELP?
📞 Contact CEV Helpline
🌐 Visit Official Website
⭐ “COMPLIANCE IS PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH”
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If anyone has any doubts or anything to ask he can contact on helpline number available on the official website of the organization WWW.CEVIAF.ORG or any member of the monitoring committee.