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DIR-3 KYC FILING
Dir3 Kyc Filing Registration
Annual director KYC verification under Rule 12A. File DIR-3 KYC or DIR-3 KYC-WEB before 30 September to avoid ₹5,000 penalty and automatic DIN deactivation. Same-day processing support. Applies to every DIN holder — active, resigned or not associated with any company.
30 SepAnnual Deadline
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DIR-3 KYC Filing Certificate
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Rule 12A
Mandatory annual KYC for every DIN holder under Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules
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Due: 30 September
Filing window typically 1 April to 30 September. File early to avoid portal congestion
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₹0 On Time · ₹5,000 Late
Government fee is nil if filed by deadline; flat ₹5,000 penalty after 30 September
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DIN Deactivation
Non-filing leads to automatic DIN deactivation from 1 October — blocks MCA form signing
OVERVIEW
What is DIR-3 KYC?
DIR-3 KYC is the mandatory annual filing under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, by which every Director Identification Number (DIN) holder verifies personal and contact details with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs before 30 September each year.
It applies to every individual allotted a DIN as of 31 March of the relevant year — whether or not they currently serve as a director. Directors use either Form DIR-3 KYC (with DSC, typically first-time or when details change / for reactivation) or Form DIR-3 KYC-WEB (OTP-based, for repeat filers with no change). On-time filing is free (or minimal government fee as applicable); late filing attracts a flat ₹5,000 penalty and automatic DIN deactivation, which prevents signing MCA forms until the DIN is reactivated.
Governing Law
Rule 12A · Companies Act, 2013
Due Date
30 September every year
Forms
DIR-3 KYC · DIR-3 KYC-WEB
Late Fee
₹5,000 + DIN deactivation
WHO MUST FILE
Every DIN Holder
Resigned / Not Associated
Anyone who still holds an active DIN, even if not currently on any board.
Disqualified / Dormant
Disqualified directors and directors of dormant companies must still file.
New & Foreign Directors
New DIN holders (often within 30 days of allotment) and foreign directors of Indian companies.
The only way to stop the annual requirement is to surrender the DIN through Form DIR-5.
FORMS
DIR-3 KYC vs DIR-3 KYC-WEB
| Aspect | DIR-3 KYC | DIR-3 KYC-WEB |
|---|---|---|
| Typical use | First-time / detail change / reactivation | Repeat filers with no change in details |
| Signing | DSC + professional certification often required | OTP-based (Aadhaar / email) |
| On-time govt fee | As per current MCA schedule (often ₹0–₹500) | Typically ₹0 |
| Late fee | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Reactivation | Used to reactivate deactivated DIN | Generally cannot reactivate alone |
DUE DATE
30 September Every Year
Window Opens
Typically 1 April. Gather documents and file early to avoid September rush and OTP delays.
Deadline
30 September. On-time filing: no ₹5,000 penalty. DIN stays active.
From 1 October
Non-filers: DIN deactivated. Late filing with ₹5,000 required to reactivate.
New DIN
Often required within 30 days of allotment for first-time KYC. Confirm current MCA practice.
PROCESS
How We File Your DIR-3 KYC
1. Check DIN Status
Verify whether DIN is approved, deactivated or requires full form vs WEB form.
2. Collect Details & Docs
Personal details, Aadhaar, PAN, email, mobile and any change in particulars. Self-attested docs as needed.
3. Prepare Form
DIR-3 KYC (with DSC/certification) or DIR-3 KYC-WEB (OTP). Coordinate Aadhaar/email OTP.
4. Submit on MCA
File on MCA V3 portal, pay fee/penalty if any, obtain SRN and track approval.
5. Confirm Status
Share confirmation. For reactivation, DIN typically moves to Approved within 24–72 working hours after approval.
PENALTY & REACTIVATION
What If You Miss 30 September?
| Scenario | Consequence |
|---|---|
| Filed by 30 September | No late fee; DIN remains active |
| Filed after 30 September | Flat ₹5,000 late fee; DIN may already be deactivated |
| DIN deactivated (from 1 Oct) | Cannot sign MCA forms, accept new appointments or complete filings that need that DIN |
| Reactivation | File DIR-3 KYC with ₹5,000; after MCA approval, DIN status returns to Approved (often 24–72 hours) |
Multiple missed years may require filing for each year with ₹5,000 per year. Company filings (AOC-4, MGT-7, etc.) can be blocked until the director’s DIN is active again.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Corporate Mart for DIR-3 KYC?
Before the Deadline
We prioritise filing well before 30 September so you avoid the ₹5,000 fee and DIN deactivation.
Right Form
DIR-3 KYC vs KYC-WEB chosen correctly for first-time, repeat, change of details or reactivation.
OTP & Portal Support
Aadhaar/email OTP coordination and MCA V3 submission so the form is filed and SRN is obtained without delay.
Reactivation Help
If DIN is already deactivated, we assist with late filing and track status until DIN is Approved again.
Check Status → Docs → Form → OTP/DSC → Submit → Confirm
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
30 September every year. The filing window typically opens on 1 April. File before the deadline to avoid the ₹5,000 late fee and DIN deactivation.
Every individual who holds a DIN as of 31 March of the relevant year — active directors, resigned directors, disqualified directors and those not associated with any company.
DIR-3 KYC is the full form (often with DSC and professional certification) used for first-time filing, change of details or reactivation. DIR-3 KYC-WEB is the OTP-based form for repeat filers with no change in particulars.
A flat ₹5,000 if filed after 30 September. There is no per-day charge, but the DIN is typically deactivated from 1 October until the form is filed and approved.
You cannot sign MCA forms, approve filings that require your DSC or accept new board appointments until the DIN is reactivated by filing DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 late fee and getting MCA approval.
After successful filing and payment of the late fee, MCA approval and DIN status update to Approved often takes 24 to 72 working hours.
Yes. As long as you hold an active DIN, annual DIR-3 KYC is required. To stop the requirement, you must surrender the DIN through Form DIR-5.
The obligation remains every year by 30 September. Rules may provide for a full form in some years and KYC-WEB in intervening years; the deadline and late fee still apply each year. Confirm the current year’s form type for your DIN.
