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DIN eKYC / DIN Reactivation

Annual DIR-3 KYC filing for directors by September 30 — web-based OTP verification or form-based with DSC. Deactivated DIN reactivation with Rs.5,000 penalty payment.

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Overview

DIN eKYC (DIR-3 KYC) is an annual compliance requirement under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. Every director holding a DIN must complete the KYC exercise by September 30th each year to maintain current contact information and prevent fraudulent use of inactive DINs.

Non-completion of DIN KYC by the deadline results in the DIN being marked as 'Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC.' A single deactivated DIN blocks all MCA e-filings for the company — AOC-4, MGT-7A, DIR-12, and any other MCA form cannot be filed until all directors' DINs are reactivated. Reactivation requires filing DIR-3 KYC after the deadline with a Rs.5,000 penalty per DIN.

Two modes: Web-based DIR-3 KYC-WEB (for directors with no changed details — quick OTP verification, free) and Form-based DIR-3 KYC (for first-time filers or changed details — DSC required, Aadhaar OTP authentication).

MFiling professional charges: Rs.499/director (web-based, on-time) | Rs.999/director (form-based or reactivation).

Key Benefits

Prevents All-MCA Filing Block
One deactivated DIN blocks all company MCA filings — timely KYC prevents this critical compliance block.
Avoids Rs.5,000 Penalty Per DIN
On-time DIR-3 KYC is free — post-September 30 reactivation costs Rs.5,000 per DIN, non-refundable.
All Directors Tracked Together
MFiling tracks all directors of a company — no single director's DIN is missed before the September 30 deadline.
Deactivated DIN Reactivation Managed
For already-deactivated DINs — MFiling files DIR-3 KYC with penalty and gets DIN reactivated promptly.
MCA Status Restored Quickly
Once deactivated DINs are reactivated, all pending MCA filings can proceed — AOC-4, MGT-7A, and other forms.
Mid-Year Detail Update Now Available
From August 2024, directors can update DIN details (mobile, email, address) mid-year by paying Rs.500 per update — no need to wait until September 30.

Documents Required

Director's PAN Card
Director's Aadhaar Card (Aadhaar-registered mobile number required for OTP)
Director's Current Mobile Number and Email Address (for OTP verification)
Class 3 DSC of Director (for form-based KYC or first-time KYC)
Residential Address Proof — Voter's ID, Latest Utility Bill, or Bank Statement (not older than 2 months)
Signed Declaration by Director — Professionally Attested by CA / CS / Cost Accountant (for form-based KYC)
Passport — Mandatory for Foreign National Directors (in lieu of Aadhaar)

How it Works

Identify All Directors Requiring KYC (Day 1)

List all directors with active DINs — check MCA portal for current KYC status of each.

Choose Web-Based or Form-Based Mode (Day 1)

Web-based KYC-WEB for directors with unchanged details | Form-based for first-time filers or changed Aadhaar/address.

Complete Web-Based DIR-3 KYC (Standard) (Day 1 (30 minutes))

Log in to MCA21, navigate to DIR-3 KYC (Web), verify pre-filled details, enter Aadhaar OTP and email OTP.

Complete Form-Based DIR-3 KYC (if required) (Day 1–2)

Fill DIR-3 KYC form with updated details, attach PAN and Aadhaar, authenticate with Aadhaar OTP, sign with DSC.

Verify KYC Status on MCA Portal (Day 2)

Check MCA portal that DIN status shows 'KYC Done' for all directors — confirm no deactivation.

Pay Rs.5,000 Penalty and Reactivate (if deactivated) (Day 1–3)

For deactivated DINs — pay Rs.5,000 government fee, file DIR-3 KYC after deadline, DIN reactivated within 1–2 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to the company if even one director's DIN is deactivated?
If any one director's DIN is deactivated, the company cannot file ANY MCA forms — AOC-4, MGT-7A, DIR-12, charge forms, or any event-based filing. The company's MCA Master Data shows 'DIN not KYC compliant'. This can block annual compliance deadlines and result in additional late fees. The only remedy is reactivation through DIR-3 KYC with Rs.5,000 penalty. MFiling tracks all director DINs for client companies and completes KYC before the September 30 deadline.
Is DIN KYC required every year even if nothing has changed?
Yes. DIR-3 KYC is an annual mandatory requirement regardless of whether the director's details have changed. The purpose is to confirm the director is alive, contactable at their registered mobile/email, and that the DIN is actively held by the correct person. For directors with no changes, the simple web-based DIR-3 KYC-WEB with OTP verification takes less than 5 minutes and is free of charge when filed before September 30.
What documents does a foreign national director need for DIR-3 KYC?
Foreign national directors are exempt from the Aadhaar requirement. They must submit their Passport as the primary identity document. A valid Class 3 DSC is still required and the DSC name must match the name on the Passport exactly. Foreign directors may use non-+91 country codes for OTP verification. Form-based DIR-3 KYC (not web-based) must be filed for all foreign nationals — the web-based option requires an Aadhaar-linked mobile OTP.
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Prevents All-MCA Filing Block
One deactivated DIN blocks all company MCA filings — timely KYC prevents this critical compliance block.
Avoids Rs.5,000 Penalty Per DIN
On-time DIR-3 KYC is free — post-September 30 reactivation costs Rs.5,000 per DIN, non-refundable.
All Directors Tracked Together
MFiling tracks all directors of a company — no single director's DIN is missed before the September 30 deadline.
Deactivated DIN Reactivation Managed
For already-deactivated DINs — MFiling files DIR-3 KYC with penalty and gets DIN reactivated promptly.
MCA Status Restored Quickly
Once deactivated DINs are reactivated, all pending MCA filings can proceed — AOC-4, MGT-7A, and other forms.
Mid-Year Detail Update Now Available
From August 2024, directors can update DIN details (mobile, email, address) mid-year by paying Rs.500 per update — no need to wait until September 30.

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