Director Credential Compliance
DIR-3 DIN KYC Filing Online (Web & e-Form)
Every individual holding an approved Director Identification Number (DIN / DPIN) is legally mandated to complete annual KYC with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Avoid DIN deactivation, company filing freezes, and a ₹5,000 late penalty.
- Annual September 30th Statutory Deadline
- Web-KYC OTP Verification in 10 Minutes
- Reactivation of Deactivated DIN Support
MCA Mandate
Why annual DIR-3 KYC is mandatory for every director and partner
Under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, every individual who has been allotted a Director Identification Number (DIN) or Designated Partner Identification Number (DPIN) and whose DIN is in 'Approved' status must mandatorily file their KYC with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs annually on or before September 30th.
This rule applies universally: whether you are an active managing director, independent director, or even if you do not currently hold a directorship in any operational company.
If DIR-3 KYC is not completed by the statutory deadline, the MCA automatically marks the DIN status as 'Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC'. A deactivated DIN paralyzes corporate operations—the director cannot sign any company filings, approve annual returns, or incorporate a new business, and reactivation requires paying a mandatory ₹5,000 government penalty per DIN.
Applicability
Who must file DIR-3 KYC?
All Approved DIN Holders
Every person who has ever been allotted a DIN/DPIN by the MCA, regardless of whether they currently hold an active directorship.
Disqualified Directors
Even directors facing disqualification under Section 164(2) must file DIR-3 KYC to maintain updated records with the registry.
Designated Partners in LLPs
All designated partners holding a DPIN in active or defunct LLPs must complete annual KYC compliance.
Deactivated DIN Holders
Directors seeking to reactivate their DIN after missing previous deadlines by filing e-Form DIR-3 KYC with ₹5,000 challan.
Deliverables
Fast and compliant DIN KYC services
DIN Status Verification
Pre-check on MCA portal to verify current status (Approved / Deactivated) and registered contact details.
DIR-3 Web KYC (OTP-Based)
Instant filing for directors whose details have not changed since last filing, completed via dual OTP verification.
e-Form DIR-3 KYC (DSC-Based)
Comprehensive e-form filing for first-time directors or those updating mobile, email, residential address, or passport.
Digital Signature Attestation
Affixing class-3 director DSC and professional certification by a practicing CS / CA.
Reactivation Facilitation
Assistance in generating government SRN challan and paying ₹5,000 fee to restore deactivated DINs to 'Approved' status.
MCA Confirmation Delivery
Instant delivery of the official MCA approval receipt confirming successful KYC update.
How It Works
Complete your DIN KYC in 3 easy steps
Simple, organized, and guided at every step by our compliance desk.
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Step 1 — Provide DIN & Contact Details
Share your 8-digit DIN, registered personal mobile number, and personal email address.
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Step 2 — OTP Verification / DSC Signing
Receive simultaneous OTPs on your mobile and email. For e-form filings, sign with your Class-3 DSC.
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Step 3 — Instant MCA Confirmation
We submit the filing on the MCA V3 portal. Receive official confirmation that your DIN remains active and approved.
Checklist
Documents required for DIR-3 KYC
- 8-digit Director Identification Number (DIN / DPIN)
- Self-attested copy of PAN Card (name and date of birth must match MCA records)
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport (for address proof)
- Personal mobile number and personal email address (unique to director)
- Valid Passport copy (mandatory for foreign nationals and Indian directors holding passports)
- Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the director (required for e-form filings and address changes)
Filing Modes
DIR-3 Web-KYC vs. e-Form DIR-3 KYC
DIR-3 Web-KYC
Applicable for directors who filed e-form DIR-3 KYC previously and have NO changes in their mobile, email, or address. Completed in 10 minutes via OTP.
e-Form DIR-3 KYC
Mandatory for first-time KYC filers, or directors updating their mobile number, email address, or residential address. Requires DSC and professional certification.
Late Filing / Reactivation
Filed using e-form DIR-3 KYC after the September 30th deadline along with payment of ₹5,000 government penalty per DIN.
Why VIDURA
Hassle-free director compliance management
10-Minute Turnaround
Web-KYC filings are processed immediately upon OTP sharing with zero waiting time.
Data Consistency Check
We cross-verify PAN, Aadhaar, and MCA records to prevent rejection memos due to name or birthdate mismatches.
Deactivation Recovery
Expert guidance in reviving long-deactivated DINs with complete documentation support.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About DIR-3 DIN KYC
Who is required to file DIR-3 KYC?
Every individual who holds an approved DIN/DPIN allotted on or before March 31st of the relevant financial year must file DIR-3 KYC on or before September 30th every year, even if they are not currently a director in any active company.
What happens if I miss the September 30th deadline?
The MCA deactivates your DIN with the status 'Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC'. You will not be able to sign company documents or file annual returns until you file the e-form DIR-3 KYC and pay a mandatory late fee of ₹5,000.
Can the same mobile number and email ID be used for multiple directors?
No. The MCA mandates that every director must have a unique personal mobile number and personal email ID. The same contact credentials cannot be shared across multiple DIN holders.
Is passport mandatory for DIR-3 KYC?
If an Indian director holds a valid passport, providing passport details is mandatory. For foreign nationals holding a DIN, a notarized and apostilled passport copy is compulsory.
Maintain Active Status
Complete your annual DIR-3 KYC before your DIN gets deactivated.
Connect with VIDURA's director compliance desk. Complete your Web-KYC in under 10 minutes.