Director KYC — DIR-3 KYC Filing
Annual DIR-3 KYC filing for all DIN holders — mandatory by 30 September each year. Avoid ₹5,000 penalty and DIN deactivation. Expert assistance for timely KYC submission for directors across India.
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What is DIR-3 KYC?
DIR-3 KYC is a mandatory annual compliance for all individuals who have been allotted a Director Identification Number (DIN) under the Companies Act, 2013, irrespective of whether the DIN holder is currently an active director or not. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) introduced this requirement via the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Amendment Rules, 2018 to maintain an updated and verified database of all directors in India. DIR-3 KYC must be filed every year by 30 September. Failure to file by the deadline results in deactivation of the DIN and a penalty of ₹5,000 for reactivation. Once deactivated, the DIN holder cannot sign any MCA forms until the KYC is completed and the DIN is reactivated. The process involves submitting personal KYC details including PAN, Aadhaar, mobile number, and email address — verified via OTP authentication.
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Key Facts About DIR-3 KYC
Annual Deadline — 30 September
DIR-3 KYC must be filed every year by 30 September. For new DIN allotted during the financial year, KYC is due by 30 September of that year itself.
DIN Deactivation on Non-Filing
MCA deactivates the DIN on 1 October if KYC is not filed. Deactivated DIN holders cannot sign MCA forms or e-file any company documents.
Penalty for Reactivation
To reactivate a deactivated DIN, the director must file DIR-3 KYC with a ₹5,000 fee. No grace period or waiver is available once deactivated.
OTP-Based Aadhaar/Mobile Verification
DIR-3 KYC requires OTP verification via the registered mobile number and email linked to Aadhaar. DSC of the director is also required for signing.
Eligibility & Requirements
How to File DIR-3 KYC
DIR-3 KYC is a simple but time-sensitive compliance. Our team processes KYC filings for all your directors well before the deadline.
1Step 1: Check DIN Status
Verify DIN status on the MCA portal. Confirm whether DIR-3 KYC has already been filed for the current year or if the DIN is deactivated.
2Step 2: Collect KYC Documents
Gather PAN, Aadhaar, active mobile number, email, photograph, and DSC of the director. Ensure Aadhaar is linked to the mobile number for OTP.
3Step 3: Fill & Submit DIR-3 KYC Form
Fill in all mandatory details on the MCA portal. Verify via Aadhaar OTP and email OTP. Sign the form using the director's DSC and submit.
4Step 4: Receive Confirmation & Update Records
On successful submission, MCA sends a confirmation email. Update the company's records to reflect KYC compliance for all directors.
We manage bulk DIR-3 KYC for all directors across multiple companies and send reminders each year before the 30 September deadline.
Documents Required
Identity Documents
- PAN Card (mandatory)
- Aadhaar Card (for Indian residents)
- Passport (for foreign nationals)
Contact Details
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP)
- Email address (unique, not used by another director)
- Permanent address proof
Digital Documents
- Class 3 DSC of the director
- Passport-size photograph (recent)
- DIN details and current status
Post-Registration Compliance
DIN Active Status Prerequisite
Directors must maintain active DIN status to sign MCA documents, form filings, and e-forms. Deactivated DIN blocks all company compliance activity.
Unique Mobile & Email Rule
Each director must use a unique mobile number and email address for DIR-3 KYC. Sharing contact details across multiple DINs is not permitted.
Foreign Director Compliance
Foreign directors must submit notarized passport copy, foreign address proof, and use Form DIR-3 KYC-Web with DSC since Aadhaar OTP is not applicable.
DIN for Designated Partners in LLP
Designated Partners of LLPs hold Designated Partner Identification Numbers (DPINs) which are same as DINs. They must also file DIR-3 KYC annually.
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