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Accounting Policies of CARE Ratings Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2018

a) Statement of Compliance

These financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 as amended from time to time, the relevant provision of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”) and guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), as applicable.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2018 are the Company’s first Ind AS financial statements. The date of transition to Ind AS is April 1, 2016. Accordingly, the Company has prepared an Opening Ind AS Balance Sheet as on April 1, 2016 and comparative figures for the year ended March 31, 2017 are also in compliance with Ind AS. An explanation of how the transition to Ind AS has effected the previously reported financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Company is provided in Note 46.

The Standalone financial statements were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on May 22, 2018

b) Basis of preparation of Accounts

The financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for the following assets and liabilities:

i Certain financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value and classified as fair value through other comprehensive income or fair value through profit or loss

ii Employee’s Defined Benefit Plan as per actuarial valuation

iii Equity settled share based payments

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date under current market conditions, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In determining the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date.

Functional and Presentation Currency

The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees, which is the functional currency of the Company and the currency of the primary economic environment in which the Company operates.

Classification of Assets and Liabilities into Current/Non-Current

The Company has ascertained its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of Current/ Non-Current classification of its Assets and Liabilities.

For the purpose of Balance Sheet, an asset is classified as current if:

i It is expected to be realised, or is intended to be sold or consumed, in the normal operating cycle; or

ii It is held primarily for the purpose of trading; or

iii It is expected to realise the asset within twelve months after the reporting period; or

iv The asset is a cash or cash equivalent unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

All other assets are classified as non-current.

Similarly, a liability is classified as current if:

i It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle; or

ii It is held primarily for the purpose of trading; or

iii It is due to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

iv The Company does not have an unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period. Terms of a liability that could result in its settlement by the issue of equity instruments at the option of the counterparty does not affect this classification.

All other liabilities are classified as non-current.

c) Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE)

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use. Expenditure incurred after the PPE have been put into operations, such as repairs and maintenance, are charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss in the period in which the costs are incurred.

An item of PPE is derecognized upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment, determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset, is recognized in the Statement of Profit or Loss.

d) Capital advances and Capital Work in Progress

Advances paid towards acquisition of PPE outstanding at each Balance Sheet date is classified as capital advances under other non current assets and cost of the assets not put to use before such date are disclosed under Capital Work in Progress.

e) Depreciation

Depreciation on PPE is the systematic allocation of the depreciable amount over its useful life and is provided on a straight line basis over such useful lives as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

Depreciation on additions is being provided on Pro rata basis from the date of such additions.

Depreciation on sale or disposal is provided on Pro rata basis till the date of such sale or disposal.

f) Intangible Assets and Amortization

Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses thereon, if any. An intangible asset is recognized, where it is probable that the future economic benefit attributable to the assets will flow to the enterprise and where its costs can be reliably measured. The Company determine the amortization period as the period over which future economic benefit will flow to the Company after taking into account all relevant facts and circumstances

An intangible asset is derecognized on disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from use or disposal. Gains or losses arising from de-recognition of an intangible asset, measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset, and are recognized in the profit or loss when the asset is derecognized.

Intangible assets in the nature of computer software is amortized over the period of 3 years.

g) Impairment of Non-Financial Assets - Property, Plant and Equipment & Intangible Assets

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date if there is any indication of impairment based on internal/ external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of asset exceeds its recoverable value. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less cost of disposal and value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash inflows which are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets (cash-generating units). Reversal of impairment losses recognized in prior years is recorded when there is an indication that impairment losses recognized for the assets no longer exist or have decreased.

h) Financial Instruments

Financial Assets & Financial Liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes party to contractual provisions of the relevant instrument.

Initial Recognition

All financial assets and liabilities are initially recognized at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, which are not at fair value through profit or loss, are adjusted to the fair value on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to acquisition or issue of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss at recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Classification and Subsequent Measurement: Financial Assets

The Company classifies financial assets as subsequently measured at Amortised Cost, Fair Value through Other Comprehensive Income (“FVTOCI”) or Fair Value through Profit or Loss (“FVTPL”) on the basis of the entity’s business model for managing the financial assets and The contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.

Amortized Cost

A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

FVTOCI

A financial asset is measured at FVTOCI if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

FVTPL

A financial asset which is not classified in any of the above categories are measured at FVTPL Investment in Subsidiaries :

The Company’s equity investment in its Subsidiaries are carried at cost.

Investment in Equity Instruments designated to be classified as FVTOCI

The Company carries certain equity instruments which are not held for trading. The Company has elected the irrevocable option to measure such instruments at FVTOCI since initial recognition. Movements in fair value of these investments are recognized in Other Comprehensive Income and the gain or loss will not be reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss on disposal of these investments. Dividends from these investments are recognized in statement of profit and loss when the Company’s right to receive dividends is established.

Classification and Subsequent Measurement: Financial Liabilities

Financial liabilities are classified as either financial liabilities at FVTPL or ‘Other Financial Liabilities’.

Financial Liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is held for trading or are designated upon initial recognition as FVTPL: Gains or Losses on liabilities held for trading are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Other Financial Liabilities

Other financial liabilities are subsequently measured at Amortised Cost using the effective interest method. For the liabilities maturing within one year from the balance sheet date, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

Impairment of Financial Assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company uses ‘Expected Credit Loss’ (ECL) model, for evaluating impairment of financial assets other than those measured at (FVTPL). Expected credit losses are measured through a loss allowance at an amount equal to:

The 12-months expected credit losses (expected credit losses that result from those default events on the financial instrument that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date); or Full lifetime expected credit losses (expected credit losses that result from all possible default events over the life of the financial instrument).

For trade receivables Company applies ‘simplified approach’ which requires expected lifetime losses to be recognised from initial recognition of the receivables. The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. The Company calculates the expected credit losses on trade receivables using a provision matrix on the basis of its historical credit loss experience.

Derecognition of Financial Assets

The Company derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and the transfer qualifies for derecognition under Ind AS 109. A financial liability (or a part of a financial liability) is derecognized from the Company’s Balance Sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged or cancelled or expires.

i) Cash and Cash Equivalent

Cash and cash equivalents in the Balance Sheet comprise cash at bank and in hand that are readily convertible into cash which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value and are held for the purpose of meeting short-term cash commitments.

j) Revenue Recognition

Rating Income (Including Surveillance Income)

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

Rating income is measured and recognised based on percentage of completion method. Major portion of Initial and surveillance rating fees is recognised on the date of rating based on efforts and balance portion of it is over the twelve months from the date of rating. As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability of income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

Income on subscription to information services primarily pertains to sale of research reports and the income thereon is recognized on accrual basis.

Interest Income

Interest income from debt instruments viz. investment in PSU Bonds is recognised using the effective interest rate method. The effective interest rate is the rate that discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to the gross carrying amount of a financial asset. When calculating the effective interest rate, the Company estimates the expected cash flows by considering all the contractual terms of the financial instrument but does not consider the expected credit losses.

Dividend Income

Dividends are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss only when the right to receive payment is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the Company and the amount of the dividend can be measured reliably.

Sale of Investments

Difference between the sale price and carrying value of investment as determined at the end of the previous year is recognised as profit or loss on sale / redemption on investment on trade date of transaction.

k) Lease

Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as Operating Leases.

Operating Lease: Lease rentals are charged or recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term, except where the payments are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the expected inflationary cost increase.

Finance Lease: Assets held under finance leases are recognised as assets of the Company at their fair value at the inception of the lease or, if lower, at the present value of the minimum lease payments. The corresponding liability to the lessor is included in the Balance Sheet as a finance lease obligation. Lease payments are apportioned between finance charges and reduction of the lease obligation so as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance charges are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss, unless they are directly attributable to qualifying assets, in which case they are capitalised in accordance with the Company’s policy on borrowing costs.

l) Translation of Foreign Currency Items

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rate prevailing on the date of the transaction. Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are restated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing on the Balance sheet date. Gains and losses arising on settlement and restatement of foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are recognised in the statement of profit and loss, Non- monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost of foreign currencies are not translated.

m) Employee Benefit Expense Defined Benefit Plan:

The Company pays gratuity to the employees whoever has completed five years of service with the Company at the time of resignation/superannuation. The gratuity liability amount is contributed to the approved gratuity fund formed exclusively for gratuity payment to the employees.

The liability in respect of gratuity and other post-employment benefits is calculated using the Projected Unit Credit Method and spread over the period during which the benefit is expected to be derived from employees’ services.

Re-measurement (comprising acturial gains and losses, return on plan assets, etc.) of defined benefit plans in respect of post-employment are charged to the Other Comprehensive Income. Re-measurement recognised in OCI is reflected immediately in retained earnings and will not be reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss.

The present value of the defined benefit plan liability is calculated using a discount rate which is determined by reference to market yields at the end of the reporting period on government bonds.

The defined benefit obligation recognised in the Balance Sheet represents the actual deficit or surplus in the Company’s defined benefit plans. Any surplus resulting from this calculation is limited to the present value of any economic benefits available in the form of refunds from the plans or reductions in future contributions to the plans.

Defined Contribution Plan

Payments to defined contribution plans are recognised as an expense when employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The eligible employees of the Company are entitled to receive benefits in respect of provident fund, for which both the employees and the Company make monthly contributions at a specified percentage of the covered employees’ salary. The contributions as specified under the law are made to the Government Provident Fund monthly.

Other Employee Benefits

A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of wages and salaries, annual leave in the period the related service is rendered. Liabilities recognised in respect of short-term employee benefits are measured at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for the related service. Liabilities recognised in respect of other long-term employee benefits are measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows expected to be made by the Company in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date.

n) Income Taxes:

The tax expense for the period comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognized in Statement of Profit and Loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognized in the comprehensive income or in equity. In which case, the tax is also recognized in other comprehensive income or equity.

Current Tax

Current tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities, based on tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantively enacted at the Balance sheet date.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognized on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit.

Deferred tax liabilities and assets are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period in which the liability is settled or the asset realised, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.

Tax relating to items recognised directly in equity or OCI is recognised in equity or OCI and not in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities, and they relate to income taxes levied by the same tax authority, but they intend to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis or their tax assets and liabilities will be realized simultaneously.

A deferred tax asset is recognized to the extent it is probable that future taxable profits will be available aganst which the temporary diffference can be utilised. The carrying amount of Deferred tax liabilities and assets are reviewed at the end of each reporting period date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable.

o) Earnings Per Share

The basic Earnings Per Share (“EPS”) is computed by dividing the net profit / (loss) after tax for the year attributable to the equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, net profit/(loss) after tax for the year attributable to the equity shareholders and the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

p) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessment of time value of money and, where appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. Unwinding of the discount is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as a finance cost. Provisions are reviewed at each reporting date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimate.

Contingent liabilities are also disclosed when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company. Claims against the Company where the possibility of any outflow of resources in settlement is remote, are not disclosed as contingent liabilities.

Contingent assets are not recognised in financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realised. However, when the realisation of income is virtually certain, then the related asset is not a contingent asset and is recognised.

q) Share Based Payments

Equity-settled share based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share based payments is expensed on a straight line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company’s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss such that the cumulative expenses reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the Share Based Payments Reserve.

The dilutive effect of outstanding options is reflected as additional share dilution in the computation of diluted earnings per share.

r) Segment Reporting - Identification of Segments:

An operating segment is a component of the Company that engages in business activities from which it may earn revenues and incur expenses, whose operating results are regularly reviewed by the company’s management to make decisions for which discrete financial information is available.

Based on the management approach as defined in Ind AS 108, the management evaluates the Company’s performance and allocates resources based on an analysis of various performance indicators by business segments and geographic segments.


Mar 31, 2017

1 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

a. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in India (Indian GAAP) under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the Accounting Standard notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with General Circular 8/2014 dated April 4, 2014, issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to the extent applicable. The accounting policies have been consistently followed by the Company.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle, and other criteria set out in the Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realisation in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as upto twelve months for the purpose of current/non-current classification of assets and liabilities.

b. Use of Estimates

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with Indian GAAP in India which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates made in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results may differ from those estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and can be reliably measured.

Initial rating fee is recognized on assignment of rating by the Rating Committee. The company recognizes a portion of surveillance fees as income, commensurate with the efforts involved, on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the twelve months surveillance period which commences one year after the date of assigning a rating.

Fee from other service accounted for on accrual basis.

As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability of income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

Income on subscription to information services primarily pertains to sale of research reports and the income thereon is recognized on sale of such reports.

Other Income

Dividends on investments are recognized as income as and when the right to receive the same is established. Interest income is recognized on accrual basis.

Profit or loss on redemption / sale of investment is recognized on accrual.

d. Property, Plant and Equipment (Fixed Assets and Depreciation)

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on Straight-Line method on useful lives as provided in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

e. Operating Leases

Leases of assets under which all the risks and benefits of ownership are effectively retained by lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss on a straight line basis, over the lease term.

f. Investments

Investments, which are readily realizable and intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long-term investments. Long Term Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, is made if the decline in value is other than temporary in nature. Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value. Any reduction in fair value and reversals of such reduction are included in Statement of Profit & Loss.

g. Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign currency transactions are recorded, on initial recognition in the reporting currency, at the prevailing rates as at the date of such transactions.

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rates. Non-monetary items which are carried in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of transaction.

Exchange differences, arising on settlement of monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognized as income or as expense in the year in which they arise.

h. Retirement Benefits

i) The Company provides retirement benefits to its employees in the form of Provident Fund, Superannuation and Gratuity.

ii) Contribution to the Provident Fund is made at the prescribed rates to the Provident Fund Trust / Commissioner. Contribution to Provident Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iii) Superannuation benefit is contributed by the Company to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) @ 10% of basic salary of the employees with respect to certain employees. Contribution to Superannuation Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iv) The Company accounts for the liability of future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation. The company has created a trust for future payment of gratuities which is funded through gratuity-cum-life insurance scheme of LIC of India (Defined Benefit Plan).

v) Long term compensated absences are determined on the basis of actuarial valuation made at the end of each financial year using the projected unit credit method. Short term compensated absences are provided for based on estimates.

vi) Actuarial gain and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as income or expenses.

i. Accounting for taxes

i) Current Tax : Current tax is provided on the taxable income in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

ii) Deferred Tax : The Deferred tax is accounted in accordance with the Accounting Standard 22 "Accounting for Taxes on Income" issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Deferred tax for the year on timing differences are accounted at tax rates that have been enacted by the Balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets arising from the timing difference are recognized to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available.

In case of unabsorbed losses and unabsorbed depreciation, all deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that they can be realized against future taxable profit. At each Balance Sheet date the Company re-assesses unrecognized deferred tax assets.

j. Impairment of assets

In accordance with AS 28 on ''Impairment of Assets" where there is an indication of impairment of the Company''s assets, the carrying amounts of the company''s assets are reviewed at the Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any impairment. The recoverable amount of the assets (or where applicable that of the cash generating unit to which the asset belongs) is estimated as the higher of its net selling price and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognized whenever the carrying amount of an asset or the cash generating unit to which it belongs, exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss or against revaluation surplus, where applicable. If at the Balance Sheet date, there is an indication that a previously asessed impairment loss no longer exists, the recoverable amount is re-assessed and the asset is reflected at the recoverable amount subject to a maximum of the depreciated historical cost.

Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of the assets and from its disposal at the end of its useful life, or a reasonable estimate thereof.

k. Earnings per share (''EPS)

The basic earnings per equity share are computed by dividing the net profit or loss attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the reporting year.

Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average of equity and dilutive equity equivalent shares outstanding during the reporting year.

l. Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

The Company creates a provision where there is present obligation as a result of past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

m. Employee Stock Options

The stock options granted are accounted for as per the accounting treatment prescribed by Employee Stock Options Scheme, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits) Regulations, 2014, issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share-based Payments, issued by the ICAI, whereby the fair value of the option is recognized as deferred employee compensation. The deferred employee compensation is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on the straight-line basis over the vesting period of the option.

The options that lapse are reversed by a credit to employee compensation expense, equal to the amortized portion of the value of lapsed portion and credit to deferred employee compensation expense equal to the unamortized portion.

n. Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and Cash Equivalents for the purpose of cash flow statement comprise cash on hand and fixed deposits at bank including short-term highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less.

o. Cash Flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby the net profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated.


Mar 31, 2016

1 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

a. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in India (Indian GAAP) under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the Accounting Standard notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with General Circular 8/2014 dated April 4, 2014, issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to the extent applicable. The accounting policies have been consistently followed by the Company.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle, and other criteria set out in the Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as up to twelve months for the purpose of current/non-current classification of assets and liabilities.

b. Use of Estimates

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in India which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates made in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results may differ from those estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and can be reliably measured.

Initial rating fee is recognized on assignment of rating by the Rating Committee. The company recognizes a portion of surveillance fees as income, commensurate with the efforts involved, on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the twelve months surveillance period which commences one year after the date of assigning a rating.

Fee from other service accounted for on accrual basis.

As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability of income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

Income on subscription to information services primarily pertains to sale of research reports and the income thereon is recognized on sale of such reports.

Other Income

Dividends on investments are recognized as income as and when the right to receive the same is established. Interest income is recognized on accrual basis. Profit or loss on redemption / sale of investment is recognized on accrual basis on trade date of transaction.

d. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

e. Depreciation

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on Straight-Line method using the rates arrived at based on useful lives as provided in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

f. Operating Leases

Leases of assets under which all the risks and benefits of ownership are effectively retained by less or are classified as operating leases. Lease Rent made under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss on a straight line basis, over the lease term.

g. Investments

Investments, which are readily realizable and intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long-term investments. Long Term Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, is made if the decline in value is other than temporary in nature. Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value. Any reduction in fair value and reversals of such reduction are included in Statement of Profit & Loss.

h. Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign currency transactions are recorded, on initial recognition in the reporting currency, at the prevailing rates as at the date of such transactions.

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rates. Non-monetary items which are carried in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of transaction.

Exchange differences, arising on settlement of monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognized as income or as expense in the year in which they arise.

i. Retirement Benefits

i) The Company provides retirement benefits to its employees in the form of Provident Fund, Superannuation and Gratuity.

ii) Contribution to the Provident Fund is made at the prescribed rates to the Provident Fund Trust / Commissioner. Contribution to Provident Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iii) Superannuation benefit is contributed by the Company to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) @ 10% of basic salary of the employees with respect to certain employees. Contribution to Superannuation Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iv) The Company accounts for the liability of future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation. The company has created a trust for future payment of gratuities which is funded through gratuity-cum-life insurance scheme of LIC of India (Defined Benefit Plan).

v) Long term compensated absences are determined on the basis of actuarial valuation made at the end of each financial year using the projected unit credit method. Short term compensated absences are provided for based on estimates.

vi) Actuarial gain and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as income or expenses.

j. Accounting for taxes

i) Current Tax : Current tax is provided on the taxable income in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

ii) Deferred Tax : The Deferred tax is accounted in accordance with the Accounting Standard 22 "Accounting for Taxes on Income" issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Deferred tax for the year on timing differences are accounted at tax rates that have been enacted by the Balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets arising from the timing difference are recognized to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available.

In case of unabsorbed losses and unabsorbed depreciation, all deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that they can be realized against future taxable profit. At each Balance Sheet date the Company re-assesses unrecognized deferred tax assets.

k. Impairment of assets

In accordance with AS 28 on ''Impairment of Assets" where there is an indication of impairment of the Company''s assets, the carrying amounts of the company''s assets are reviewed at the Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any impairment. The recoverable amount of the assets (or where applicable that of the cash generating unit to which the asset belongs) is estimated as the higher of its net selling price and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognized whenever the carrying amount of an asset or the cash generating unit to which it belongs, exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss or against revaluation surplus, where applicable. If at the Balance Sheet date, there is an indication that a previously assessed impairment loss no longer exists, the recoverable amount is re-assessed and the asset is reflected at the recoverable amount subject to a maximum of the depreciated historical cost.

Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of the assets and from its disposal at the end of its useful life, or a reasonable estimate thereof.

l. Earnings per share (''EPS)

The basic earnings per equity share are computed by dividing the net profit or loss attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the reporting year.

Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average of equity and dilutive equity equivalent shares outstanding during the reporting year.

m. Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

The Company creates a provision where there is present obligation as a result of past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

n. Employee Stock Options

The stock options granted are accounted for as per the accounting treatment prescribed by Employee Stock Options Scheme, Employee Stock Purchase Guidelines, 1999, issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share-based Payments, issued by the ICAI, whereby the fair value of the option is recognized as deferred employee compensation. The deferred employee compensation is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on the straight-line basis over the vesting period of the option.

The options that lapse are reversed by a credit to employee compensation expense, equal to the amortized portion of the value of lapsed portion and credit to deferred employee compensation expense equal to the unamortized portion.

o. Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and Cash Equivalents for the purpose of cash flow statement comprise cash on hand and cash / fixed deposits at bank including short-term highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less.

p. Cash Flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby the net profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated.

b. Terms / rights attached to equity shares

The company has only one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs. 10/- per share. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The company declares and pays dividends in Indian Rupees. The dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to approval of the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

During the year ended March 31, 2016 ,interim dividends of Rs.18/- per share (Previous Year: Rs. 6/- per share) and special dividend of Rs. Nil per share (Previous Year: Rs. 65/-) was distributed to equity shareholders and the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 10/- per share (Previous Year: Rs. 8/- per share).

In the event of liquidation of the company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive remaining assets of the company, after distribution of all preferential amounts. The distribution will be in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders


Mar 31, 2014

A. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the Accounting Standard notified under Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules 2006 (as amended), and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 read with General Circular 3^014 dated April A, 2014, issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to the extent applicable. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used In the previous year,

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle, and other criteria set out In the Revised Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realisation in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as upto twelve months far the purpose of current/non- current classification of assets and liabilities.

b . Use of Estimates

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in India which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management''s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements which in management''s opinion are prudent and reasonable. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively In current and future periods.

c. Revenue Recognition

Revenue from Operation

Income from operations comprises income from initial rating and surveillance services and subscription to information services exclusive of service tax. Initial rating fee is recognized as income on assignment of rating by the Rating Committee. The company recognizes a portion of surveillance fees as income, commensurate with the efforts involved, on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the twelve months surveillance period which commences one year after the date of assigning a rating.

Fee for technical know-how is accounted for an accrual basis. Income an subscription to information services primarily pertains to sale of research reports and the income thereon is recognized on sale of such reports.

As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability of income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

Other Income

Dividends on investments are recognised as income as and when the right to receive the same is established- Interest income is recognised on accrual basis.

Profit or loss on redemption / sale of Investment is recognized on accrual basis on trade date of transaction.

d. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment if any.

e. Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on straight-line method in the manner and at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Depreciation on assets added, sold or discarded during the year has been provided on a pro- rata basis.

Computer software is fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

f. Operating Leases

Leases of assets under which all the risks and benefits of ownership are effectively retained by lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases are charged to ihe statement of profit & loss account, an a straight line basis, over the lease term.

g. Investments

Investments are classified Into current and long term investments. Long Term Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, is made if the decline in value is other than temporary in nature- Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value. Any reduction In fair value and reversals of such reduction are included In Statement of Profit & Loss. Investments in Commercial Paper stated at tarrying cost.

h . Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign currency transactions are recorded, on initial recognition in the reporting currency, at the prevailing rates as at the date of such transactions.

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rates. Nan-monetary Items which are carried In terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of transaction.

Exchange differences, arising on settlement of monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognised as income or as expense in the year in which they arise.

I, Retirement Benefits

1) The Company provides retirement benefits to its employees in the form of Provident Fund, Superannuation and

Gratuity.

ii) Contribution to the Provident Fund is made at the prescribed rates to the Provident Fund Trust / Commissioner. Contribution to Provident Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

Mr) Superannuation benefit is contributed by the Company to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) @ 10% of basic salary of the employees with respect to certain employees. Contribution to Superannuation Fund is charged to

Statement of Profit & Loss.

Iv) The Company accounts for the liability of future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation. The company has created a trust far future payment of gratuities which is funded through gratuity-cum-lrfe insurance scheme of LlC of India (Defined Benefit Plan)

v) Long term compensated absences are determined on the basis of actuarial valuation made at the end of each financial year using the projected unit credit method. Short term compensated absences are provided for based on estimates.

vi) Actuarial gain and losses are recogniied immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as income or expenses.

j, Accounting for taxes

I) Current Tax: Current tax is provided an the taxable income In accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act. 1961,

ii) Deferred Tax ; The Deferred tax is accounted in accordance with the Accounting Standard 22 "Accounting for Taxes on Income" Issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Deferred tax for the year on timing differences are accounted at tax rates that have been enacted by the Balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets arising from the timing difference are recognized to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available.

In case of unabsorbed losses and unabsorbed depreciation, all deferred tax assets are recognised only if there Is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that they can be realised against future taxable profit. At each Balance Sheet date the Company re-assesses unrecognized deferred tax assets.

k, Impairment of Asset

In accordance with A5 28 on ''Impairment of Assets" where there is an indication of impairment of the Company''s assets, the carrying amounts of the company''s assets are reviewed at the Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any impairment. The recoverable amount of the assets (or where applicable that of the cash generating unit to which the asset belongs) is estimated as the higher of its net selling price and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or the cash generating unit to which it belongs, exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of profit and loss or against revaluation surplus, where applicable. If at the Balance Sheet date, there is an indication that a previously asessed impairment loss no longer exists, the recoverable amount is re-assessed and the asset is reflected at the recoverable arnount subject to a maximum of the depredated historical cost.

Value In use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of the assets and from its disposal at the end of its useful life, or a reasonable estimate thereof.

11 Earnings per share (''EPS'')

The basic earning per equity share are computed by dividing the net profit or loss attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the reporting year.

Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity shareholders for the year by the weighted average of equity and dilutive equity equivalent shares outstanding during the reporting year.

m. Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

The Company creates a provision where there is present obligation as a result of past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may. but probably will not require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation In respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources Is remote, no provision or disclosure Is made.

n. Employee Stock Options

The stock options granted are accounted for as per the accounting treatment prescribed by Employee Stock Options Scheme, Employee Stock Purchase Guidelines, 1999, Issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share-based Payments, issued by the ICAI, whereby the fair value of the option is recognised as deferred employee compensation. The deferred employee compensation is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on the straight-line basis over the vesting period of the option.

The options that lapse are reversed by a credit to employee compensation expense, equal to the amortised portion of the value of lapsed portion and credit to deferred employee compensation expense equal to the unamortised portion.

b Terms / rights attached to equity shares

The company has only one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs, 10 per share. Each holder of equity shares Is entitled to one vote per share. The company declares and pays dividends in Indian Rupees. The dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to approval of the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

During the year ended March 31,2014, interim dividend of Rs. 18 per share was distributed to equity shareholders and the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 10 per share. [March 31,2013: Rs. 20 per share)

In the event of liquidation of the company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive remaining assets of the company, after distribution of all preferential amounts. The distribution will be In proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders.

e The Company does not have a holding company

f Shares reserved for issue under options and contracts, including the terms and amounts:

For details of Shares reserved for issue under the Employee Stock Option Plan ( ESOP) of the Company refer Note: 31


Mar 31, 2013

A . Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the Accounting Standard notified under Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules 2006 issued by the Central Government and relevant provisions of the Companies Act,l956 to the extent applicable. The accounting policies have been consistently followed by the Company.

b . Use of Estimates

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in India which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management''s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements which in management''s opinion are prudent and reasonable. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c . Revenue Recognition Revenue from Operation

Income from operations comprises income from initial rating and surveillance services and subscription to information services exclusive of service tax. Initial rating fee is recognized as income on assignment of rating by the Rating Committee. The company recognizes a portion of surveillance fees as income, commensurate with the efforts involved, on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the twelve months surveillance period which commences one year after the date of assigning a rating.

Fee for technical know-how is accounted for on accrual basis. Income on subscription to information services primarily pertains to sale of research reports and the income thereon is recognized on sale of such reports.

As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability of income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

Other Income

Dividends on investments are recognised as income as and when the right to receive the same is established. Interest income is recognised on accrual basis.

Profit or loss on redemption / sale of investment is recognized on accrual basis on trade date of transaction.

d Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation.

e . Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on straight - line method in the manner and at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Depreciation on assets added, sold or discarded during the year has been provided on a pro-rata basis.

Computer software is fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

f . Operating Leases

Leases of assets under which all the risks and benefits of ownership are effectively retained by lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss, on a straight line basis, over the lease term.

g . Investments

Investments are classified into current and long term investments. Long Term Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, is made if the decline in value is other than temporary in nature. Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value. Any reduction in fair value and reversals of such reduction are included in Statement of Profit & Loss. Investments in Commercial Paper stated at carrying cost.

h . Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign currency transactions are recorded, on initial recognition in the reporting currency, at the prevailing rates as at the date of such transactions.

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rates. Non-monetary items which are carried in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of transaction.

Exchange differences, arising on settlement of monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognized as income or as expense in the year in which they arise.

i . Retirement Benefits

i) The Company provides retirement benefits to its employees in the form of Provident Fund, Superannuation and Gratuity.

ii) Contribution to the Provident Fund is made at the prescribed rates to the Provident Fund Trust / Commissioner. Contribution to Provident Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iii) Superannuation benefit is contributed by the Company to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) @ 10% of basic salary of the employees with respect to certain employees. Contribution to Superannuation Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iv) The Company accounts for the liability of future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation. The company has created a trust for future payment of gratuities which is funded through gratuity-cum-life insurance scheme of LIC of India (Defined Benefit Plan)

v) Long term compensated absences are determined on the basis of actuarial valuation made at the end of each financial year using the projected unit credit method. Short term compensated absences are provided for based on estimates.

vi) Actuarial gain and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as income or expenses.

j . Accounting for taxes

i) Current Tax : Current tax is provided on the taxable income in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

ii) Deferred Tax : The Deferred tax is accounted in accordance with the Accounting Standard 22" Accounting for Taxes on Income" issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Deferred tax for the year on timing differences are accounted at tax rates that have been enacted by the Balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets arising from the timing difference are recognized to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable Income will be available.

k . Impairment of Asset

As asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged in the Statement of Profit & Loss to the extent carrying amount of asset exceeds their recoverable amount in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired.

l . Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

The Company creates a provision where there is present obligation as a result of past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.


Mar 31, 2012

A . Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules 2006 issued by the Central Government and relevant provisions of the Companies Act,1956 to the extent applicable. The accounting policies have been consistently followed by the Company.

b . Use of Estimates

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in India which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management''s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements which in management''s opinion are prudent and reasonable. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c . Changes in Accounting Policy for Revenue Recognition

During the year, the Company changed its revenue recognition policy for surveillance fees. Up till now the Company was recognizing surveillance fees in full in the year in which they became due. However, in the current year the management has estimated a portion of surveillance fees to be recognised as income, commensurate with the efforts involved on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the 12 months surveillance period which commences 1 year after the date of assigning a rating.

Had the Company continued with its earlier policy, Rating Income including surveillance fees for the year would have been higher by Rs. 197, 892, 924 while profit after tax and revenue reserves would have been higher by Rs. 133,686,565.

d . Revenue Recognition

Income from operations comprises income from initial rating and surveillance services and subscription to information services. Initial rating fee is recognized as income on assignment of rating by the Rating Committee. The company recognizes a portion of surveillance fees as income, commensurate with the efforts involved, on the date the surveillance activity is completed. The balance surveillance fee is recorded equally over the 12 months surveillance period which commences 1 year after the date of assigning a rating.

Fee for technical know - how is accounted for on accrual basis. Income on subscription to information services is recognized as and when the same is received.

As a matter of prudent policy and on the basis of past experience of recoverability income, fees in respect of certain defined categories of clients are recognized when there is reasonable certainty of ultimate collection.

e. Investment Income

Dividend from investments is recognized as income as and when the right to receive the same is established. Interest income is accrued on a time proportion basis over the period of investment.

f . Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation.

g . Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on straight - line method in the manner and at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, I956. Depreciation on assets added, sold or discarded during the year has been provided on a pro-rata basis.

Computer software is fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

h . Operating Leases

Leases of assets under which all the risks and benefits of ownership are effectively retained by lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases are charged to the Profit & Loss Account, on a straight line basis, over the lease term.

i . Investments

Investments are classified in to current and non-current investments. Non-current investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, is made if the decline in value is other than temporary in nature. Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value. Any reduction in fair value and reversals of such reduction are included in Statement of Profit & Loss. Investments in Commercial Paper stated at carrying cost.

j . Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign currency transactions are recorded, on initial recognition in the reporting currency, at the prevailing rates as at the date of such transactions.

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rates. Non-monetary items which are carried in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of transaction.

Exchange differences, arising on settlement of monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognized as income or as expense in the year in which they arise.

k . Retirement Benefits

The Company provides retirement benefits to its employees in the form of Provident Fund, Superannuation and Gratuity.

i) Contribution to the Provident Fund is made at the prescribed rates to the Provident Fund Trust / Commissioner. Contribution to Provident Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

ii) Superannuation benefit is contributed by the Company to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) @ I0% of basic salary of the employees with respect to certain employees. Contribution to Superannuation Fund is charged to Statement of Profit & Loss.

iii) Company accounts for the liability of future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation. The company has created a trust for future payment of gratuities which is funded through gratuity-cum-life insurance scheme of LIC of India (Defined Benefit Plan)

iv) Long term compensated absences are determined on the basis of actuarial valuation made at the end of each financial year using the projected unit credit method except for Short term compensated absences which are provided for based on estimates. Actuarial gain and losses are recognized immediately in the statement of Profit and Loss Account as income or expenses.

l . Accounting for taxes

i) Current Tax : Current tax is provided on the taxable income in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, I96I.

ii) Deferred Tax : The Deferred tax is accounted in accordance with the Accounting Standard 22" Accounting for Taxes on Income" issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Deferred tax for the year on timing differences are accounted at tax rates that have been enacted by the Balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets arising from the timing difference are recognized to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable Income will be available.

m . Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

The Company creates a provision where there is present obligation as a result of past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

n . Impairment of Asset

As asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss to the extent carrying amount of asset exceeds their recoverable amount in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired.

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