Overview
As per the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), any individual holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) as of March 31st of a financial year must submit their KYC details by September 30th of the following financial year. This is a mandatory annual compliance, even if the director is disqualified, or the company is dormant/closed. Failing to file DIR-3 KYC within the deadline will result in the immediate deactivation of the DIN, preventing the individual from signing any statutory documents or forming new companies until a penalty of Rs. 5,000 is paid.
What is Included in Our Package
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
For Web-KYC (No changes to existing data)
- Access to the previously registered Mobile Number for OTP
- Access to the previously registered Email ID for OTP
- DIN Number
For e-Form DIR-3 KYC (First timers or updating details)
- Self-attested PAN Card and Aadhaar Card
- Passport (Mandatory if the director is a foreign national)
- Valid Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Personal Mobile Number and Email ID (Cannot be shared with another director)
Step-by-Step Filing Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: DIN Status Check
We verify the status of your DIN on the MCA V3 portal to determine if you need Web KYC or the detailed e-Form.
Step 2: Form Preparation & DSC
For e-Form, we prepare the PDF, attach the attested proofs, and sign it using your DSC and our practicing CA/CS DSC.
Step 3: OTP Verification
We generate OTPs sent to your personal mobile and email. You must share these with us immediately as they expire quickly.
Step 4: Submission & SRN Generation
The form is submitted to the MCA. An SRN (Service Request Number) is generated, confirming your DIN is active for the year.
Key Advantages of Timely KYC Filing
Filing on time saves money and protects your corporate authority.
Avoid Rs. 5000 Penalty
Filing before September 30th is completely free of government fees. Filing even one day late attracts a flat, non-negotiable Rs. 5,000 fine.
Maintain Active DIN Status
An active DIN allows you to legally sign balance sheets, file GST/IT returns on behalf of the company, and incorporate new ventures.
Prevent Company Non-Compliance
If a company's directors have deactivated DINs, the company itself cannot file its annual returns (MGT-7/AOC-4), leading to further massive penalties for the business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Do I need to file KYC if my company is closed?▼
Yes. The DIN is linked to the individual, not the company. As long as you hold a DIN, you must file KYC every year for the rest of your life, or officially surrender the DIN.
Can two directors use the same email ID?▼
No. The MCA strictly mandates that the mobile number and email ID provided in the DIR-3 KYC must be unique to that individual director.
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