This edition of The Companies Act, 2013 (Act 18 of 2013), updated with all amendments introduced up to 2026, incorporates the changes brought by the Mediation Act, 2023 (Act 32 of 2023, dated 15-9-2023), the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021 (Act 33 of 2021, effective from 1-4-2021), the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2020 (Act 29 of 2020, dated 28-9-2020), and relevant notifications including GSR 207(E), dated 24-3-2021. Published as a Bare Act with short comments, this volume provides the authoritative statutory text of company law as currently in force in India. The book presents the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 in a clear and structured manner, retaining the original legislative language while offering brief, precise comments to aid understanding without diluting the bare-act character of the text. It comprehensively covers the legal framework governing incorporation, management, regulation, and winding up of companies in India, reflecting the latest legislative and regulatory developments. This edition is particularly useful for students preparing for law and professional examinations, legal practitioners, company secretaries, chartered accountants, corporate advisors, and compliance professionals who require an up-to-date and reliable reference to the Companies Act, 2013. Suitable for academic study, examination use, and professional practice, this 2026 edition ensures complete alignment with the current corporate law regime in India.