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The Director Identification Number (DIN) is essential for anyone wishing to be a director in an Indian company. Directors must update their KYC annually, or their DIN will be deactivated. To reactivate it, they must file the DIR-3 KYC form, sometimes with a late fee.

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Need help with your DIN KYC filing? Vyapaar Registration makes it hassle-free! A Director Identification Number (DIN) is a mandatory 8-digit number for all current and future directors of a company. It is issued according to the rules of the Companies Act and stays valid for the lifetime of the director.

Form DIR-3 KYC is an online document required by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to update the personal details of directors who hold a Director Identification Number (DIN).

This filing is compulsory for directors with a DIN issued before March 31st, 2018, and whose DIN is marked as ‘approved.’

The form ensures that the Registrar of Companies (ROC) has the most current and accurate information about the director, including their address, contact details, and email.

Directors are required to submit Form DIR-3 KYC by September 30th annually, though extensions may be provided by the MCA.

Failure to file DIR-3 KYC by the deadline will result in the deactivation of the director’s DIN, meaning they will no longer be able to act as a director.

Directors are required to submit Form DIR-3 KYC by September 30th annually, though eIf a DIN is deactivated due to non-filing, the director must submit the DIR-3 KYC eForm or use the web service, along with paying any late fees, to reactivate their DIN. After the form is processed and approved, the DIN is automatically reactivated. This ensures that directors stay compliant with the regulatory KYC requirements.xtensions may be provided by the MCA.

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DIR-3 KYC Forms

First-time filers or directors who need to update details like their mobile number or email address must use the DIR-3 KYC eForm. This form is available on the MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) portal.

For directors who have previously filed the DIR-3 KYC eForm, the DIR-3 KYC web form is a simpler option. Available through the MCA web service, it automatically fills in most of the details, making the annual KYC filing process quicker and easier.

Documents required

Document	Description
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)	Class-2 DSC linked to the individual’s PAN.
PAN Card	Self-attested copy of the PAN card.
Address Proof	Self-attested copy of Aadhar Card, Voter ID Card, or Driving License.
Photograph	Self-attested passport-sized photograph (mandatory for foreign nationals).
Mobile Number & Email	Unique personal mobile number and email address for OTP verification.
Additional Personal Information	Details regarding Citizenship, Nationality, and Residential Status.

FAQ

To apply for a DIN, you need to submit Form DIR-3 on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal. You’ll need to provide documents like your PAN card, identity proof, and address proof.

If you don’t file your DIR-3 KYC by the deadline (September 30th each year), your DIN may get deactivated. This will stop you from performing your duties as a director until it is reactivated.

To reactivate a deactivated DIN, you need to file the DIR-3 KYC form, either through the eForm or the simplified web service, along with any applicable late fees.

The last date to file DIR-3 KYC is September 30th every year. If you miss this deadline, you may face penalties and your DIN may be deactivated.

Yes, if you want to update your mobile number or email address, you can do so by filing the DIR-3 KYC form or the simplified DIR-3 KYC web form.

You will need your PAN card, a proof of address (like Aadhaar, voter ID, or passport), a passport photo, and your mobile number and email address for verification.

Yes, you will need a Class-2 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) that is linked to your PAN to file DIR-3 KYC.

If you miss the deadline and need to file DIR-3 KYC late, you will be required to pay a penalty of INR 5,000.

Yes, foreign nationals can apply for a DIN by providing the necessary documents like passport and proof of address. The process is the same as for Indian nationals.

Once your application is processed and approved by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, a DIN is typically allotted within 1-2 weeks.