DIR-3 KYC for Directors
Every individual holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) must complete KYC with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as the rules require. If it is missed, the DIN is deactivated and the person cannot act on MCA filings until it is reactivated.
Who must file
All DIN holders, including directors of private and public companies and designated partners of LLPs, whether or not they are currently on a board.
Form and timing
- DIR-3 KYC eForm – when details have changed, or for first-time filing, with personal mobile and email verified by OTP and the director’s DSC.
- DIR-3 KYC web form – to confirm details already on record.
- The due date is set by the rules (currently 30 September). The frequency of filing has been under review by the MCA; we track the current requirement for our clients.
Missed the deadline?
The DIN is marked “Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC”. It can be reactivated by filing the KYC with the prescribed late fee. Companies cannot file certain forms that need that director’s DSC until then.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a DSC?
Yes, a valid Digital Signature Certificate of the director is needed for the eForm. See DSC.
Is KYC needed for disqualified directors?
KYC applies to all DIN holders. Disqualification is a separate matter, which we can review.
Can one person file for several directors?
Each director’s KYC is separate and needs their own verification and signature.
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