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Director KYC Process is compulsory process to make the DIN Activated and to verify and update their details with the MCA and do not lead to Deactivation of DIN. DIN KYC Process should be tracked annually from April to September, otherwise there will be a penalty of Rs. 5,000 per DIN after September.
Overview
Director KYC Process involves submitting valid PAN, Aadhaar, and contact information. This is the annual Compliance if doing beyond the due date (30th September 2025), it will lead to penalty up to Rs. 5,000. MCA reviews and approves the KYC to ensure the director’s information is accurate and up-to-date. Director KYC can be done in two ways: For First time Process after getting DIN, need to do DIN KYC Form Process and if DIN is old can do DIN WEB KYC instantly without Documents and if only require changes in Mobile no., Mail ID of Director then DIN KYC Full Form is filed.
Process
Step 1 - Collect Required Documents – PAN, Aadhaar, active mobile number, email ID, and DIN details of the director.
Step 2 – Verify Details – Ensure all information is accurate and matches MCA records.
Step 3 – Prepare DIR-3 KYC Form – Fill in the director’s details and attach the required documents.
Step 4 – File Online on MCA Portal – Submit the DIR-3 KYC form through the MCA portal.
Step 5 – MCA Verification – MCA reviews and validates the submitted KYC details.
Step 6 – Receive Confirmation – DIN KYC is updated, and confirmation is sent to the director.
Checklist
Details & Documents Required for Director KYC Process
FOR INDIAN DIRECTORS
PAN Card of Director
Aadhaar Card of Director
Active Mobile Number for OTP Verification
Active Email ID for OTP Verification.
Director Identification Number (DIN)
Passport size Photograph of Director
Passport, if have
DIGITAL SIGNATURE OF DIRECTOR
FOR FOREIGN DIRECTORS
Passport- Valid international passport of the director
Residential Address Proof - Recent utility bill, bank statement, or rental agreement
EMail ID and Mobile Number - Active for OTP
Passport size Photograph of Director
Director Identification Number (DIN)
DIGITAL SIGNATURE OF DIRECTOR
Time Taken
Total Time: Approximately 2 days from the date of receipt of all documents.
- If DSC is not there, DSC Process: 1 Day
- Once the form is submitted correctly with required documents and fees, it is considered compliant.
Deliverable
The following deliverables are included in the Biz Silver Plan. Deliverables for other packages may vary accordingly:
- Document Checklist & Guidance
- Confirmation & Recordkeeping
- Compliance Advisory
Why Choose Us
Bizeneed ensures a fast, accurate, and hassle-free DIN KYC process. We handle the entire submission, provide expert guidance for any MCA queries, and send timely reminders for deadlines, keeping your DIN active. With secure handling of your information and reliable support, we make compliance simple and stress-free.
FAQs
Every individual holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) is required to file DIN KYC.
For routine triennial filing, a digital signature is not required. It may only be needed for event-based updates.
Non-compliance can lead to DIN deactivation, which prevents you from acting as a director or being appointed to a company.
No, Director should meet the specific criteria under the companies Act, 2013 before becoming director of the company.
Yes, foreign directors must file DIN KYC using DIR‑3 KYC Web to keep their DIN active, using a passport as ID proof.
DIN KYC can be filed only online through the DIR‑3 KYC Web form; offline filing is not allowed.
If a DIN is deactivated, it can be reactivated by filing the DIR‑3 KYC Web form along with any pending KYC or required updates. Once MCA approves the filing, the DIN becomes active again.
Yes, late DIN KYC filing attracts a ₹5,000 penalty and leads to DIN deactivation until reactivated.
No, filing DIN KYC does not affect other MCA filings like DIR‑12 or the annual return; it is a separate compliance requirement for maintaining an active DIN.
No, DIN KYC is filed per DIN, not per company; one filing covers the same DIN across all companies.