Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) and DIN Services in India
Apply for a new DIN, complete DIR-3 KYC and restore a deactivated DIN, with OTP and document verification handled by our team.
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A Director Identification Number, or DIN, is the unique number the Ministry of Corporate Affairs allots to every person who is, or wants to become, a director of an Indian company or a designated partner of an LLP. Director KYC, filed through form DIR-3 KYC, keeps the personal details behind that DIN verified and current. Directors, designated partners and founders about to be appointed need it, because a deactivated DIN blocks appointments and MCA filings. Our team handles new DIN applications, periodic KYC, change of particulars and restoration of deactivated DINs.
Who provides this service: our team of Company Secretaries and compliance specialists.
Who Needs Director KYC & DIN?
- Directors of private and public limited companies, active or dormant
- Designated partners of LLPs who hold a DIN
- Founders who are about to be appointed to a board and need a new DIN
- Foreign national or NRI directors who need to verify documents on the MCA portal
- Companies whose directors have missed earlier KYC and now see a deactivated DIN
Key Benefits
- A KYC status check on every director so that you know who is current and who needs action before filing starts
- New DIN applications prepared for incoming directors, with documents checked before they are uploaded
- DIR-3 KYC and DIR-3 KYC-Web filing handled for each director, with OTP verification coordinated by our team
- Restoration support for DINs deactivated for non-filing, so that the director can sign and file again
- Change of mobile number, email or address recorded through the correct DIN update form
- One consolidated record for companies with many directors, so that no one is missed in the cycle
How It Works
Check DIN and KYC status
We look up each director on the MCA records to see whether the DIN is active, when KYC was last filed and whether any details have changed, so we pick the correct form instead of guessing.
Collect and verify details
We collect PAN, address proof, a personal mobile number and email for each director, and confirm they are not shared with another DIN holder, since the portal verifies these through separate one-time passwords.
Choose the right form
First-time or changed-detail filings go through the full DIR-3 KYC form, while directors who filed earlier and have no changes use the web version. New DIN applications and updates use their own forms.
Verify through OTP and attach proofs
The director receives separate OTPs on the registered mobile and email. We guide the director through them in real time, attach the scanned proofs and, where required, use the digital signature or professional certification.
File and track the SRN
We submit the form, pay any prescribed fee, note the service request number and follow it until the MCA marks it approved, then check that the DIN status shows as active again.
Update company records
We update the company register of directors and any related filings, and share a short note on when the next KYC action is expected, so your calendar stays accurate.
Documents Required
- DIN, where one has already been allotted
- PAN card of the director
- Aadhaar or another valid identity proof
- Recent address proof, such as a bank statement or utility bill
- Passport-size photograph and specimen signature, for new applications
- Personal mobile number and email ID, unique to the director, for OTP verification
- Passport copy with attestation or apostille as required, for foreign national directors
- Digital signature certificate of the director, where the form requires it
Timeline and Fees
Indicative timeline: New DIN and KYC filings are often completed within a few working days when documents and OTPs are ready. Restoration and any resubmissions depend on MCA processing.
Professional fee: The fee depends on the number of directors, whether the filing is first-time or a periodic update, and whether a DIN has to be restored. Any government fee or late fee is paid at actuals. Contact our team for a written quote.
What Can Go Wrong if This Is Missed or Done Incorrectly
- A deactivated DIN stops the director from signing MCA forms and holding board positions in the usual way
- Company filings that need the affected director signature are blocked until the DIN is restored
- A late filing fee is payable to restore a DIN, and delays can hold up appointments, funding or incorporation
- Directors who are disqualified under the Companies Act may also see their DIN blocked until the position is resolved
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN and director KYC?
DIN is the unique identification number allotted once to a person who is, or will be, a director. KYC is the process of verifying and updating that person details with the MCA through form DIR-3 KYC. A director can hold only one DIN, and it must stay active through KYC to be used.
How often must DIR-3 KYC be filed?
Earlier the filing was due every year. MCA has since revised the frequency and the due date through amendments to the director rules, and notified extensions from time to time. Because of this, we confirm the cycle currently in force on the MCA portal before preparing the filing for each director.
What happens if a DIN is deactivated for not filing KYC?
A deactivated DIN cannot be used to sign MCA forms, to be appointed to a new board or to continue as a director in the way the portal expects. The company filings that need that director signature get blocked. The DIN can be restored by filing the KYC form along with the prescribed fee.
Can I apply for a DIN separately from company incorporation?
Yes. For a new company the DIN is usually applied for within the SPICe+ incorporation form. A person who is being appointed to an existing company board applies through the DIN application form, with identity and address proof, and the company confirms the appointment. We prepare the right route for you.
Do foreign nationals need a DIN to become directors in India?
Yes. A foreign national who will serve as a director of an Indian company needs a DIN. The application needs a passport, address proof and the attestation or apostille the MCA requires for documents issued abroad. Our team checks these before filing, as document defects are the usual cause of delay.
Can the same mobile number be used for two directors?
No. The MCA verification requires a mobile number and email that belong to the director concerned and are not already linked to another DIN holder. Directors who share one number between them are a common reason for failed OTP checks. We sort out unique contact details before starting the filing.
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