Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC)
Maintain active directorship status.
DIR-3 KYC – Application for KYC of Directors
🔹 What is DIR-3 KYC?
Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique identification number assigned to individuals who wish to be directors of companies. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) mandates that all directors with a DIN must submit their KYC details annually using e-Form DIR-3 KYC.
📌 Who Needs to File DIR-3 KYC?
As per MCA guidelines, all directors who were allotted a DIN on or before 31st March of a financial year and whose DIN is in approved status must file DIR-3 KYC annually by 30th September of the next financial year.
✅ Applicable to:
Directors with DIN allocated before 31st March 2018
Directors with approved DIN status
Disqualified directors
📑 Types of DIR-3 KYC Forms
Form Type | Applicable To |
DIR-3 KYC | First-time filing or when there are changes in KYC details |
DIR-3 KYC (Web) | For directors who have filed previously and have no updates |
✅ Checkpoints for Filing DIR-3 KYC
✔ The director must provide their personal mobile number and email address (OTP verification required). ✔ The director must use their own digital signature (DSC) while filing the form. ✔ The form must be certified by a practicing Chartered Accountant (CA), Company Secretary (CS), or Cost Accountant.
❌ Consequences of Not Filing on Time
🚨 If not filed by 30th September, the DIN will be deactivated with the status: ➡️ “Deactivated due to Non-filing of DIR-3 KYC”
To reactivate the DIN, the director must:
File DIR-3 KYC with a late fee of ₹5,000
Ensure timely filing in the future to avoid penalties
📄 Required Documents for DIR-3 KYC
Document Type | Examples |
Permanent Address Proof | Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card |
Current Address Proof | Utility Bills (not older than 2 months), Rental Agreement |
Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card, Passport (if applicable) |
Other Documents | Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) |
Additionally, a practicing professional (CA/CS/CMA) must certify the form with their DSC and membership details.
📥 Where to File?
✔ Forms Available On: Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) Website ✔ Submission Mode: Online filing through MCA 21 portal ✔ Certification Required: DSC of director + Professional CA/CS/CMA certification
📊 Late Filing Penalty Chart
Filing Status | Penalty |
Filed before 30th September | ₹0 (No penalty) |
Filed after due date | ₹5,000 |
DIN remains inactive until filing | ✔ |
📞 Need Help with Filing?
Filing DIR-3 KYC correctly can save you from DIN deactivation and penalties. Our expert team ensures hassle-free KYC filing for directors.
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