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We offer fast and accurate DIN eKYC filing and reactivation for directors across India. Whether your DIN is deactivated or you need to file annual KYC before the 30th Sept deadline—we handle the entire process, including DSC, OTPs, and MCA forms.
Provision | Reference | Essence |
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Annual KYC | Rule 12A, Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Rules 2014 | Every DIN allotted on or before 31 March must submit KYC by 30 September of the next FY. |
Filing Forms | DIR‑3 KYC (e‑form) / DIR‑3 KYC Web | Mode depends on whether details change. |
Late Fee | Sec 403 + Fee Rules | Flat ₹5,000 for late / reactivation. |
Deactivation | MCA system auto‑flag | DIN status becomes “Deactivated due to non‑filing of DIR‑3 KYC”. |
A Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique 8‑digit code that every company director must hold. Since 2019, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) mandates an annual electronic KYC for every DIN holder to: prevent identity fraud & shell directorships, maintain updated contact details, and enable digital service of notices.
Mode | When to Use | Signatories | Govt Fee (on time) | Attachments |
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DIR‑3 KYC (e‑form) | First‑time filing OR any data change (mobile, email, address, nationality) | Director DSC + CA/CS/CMA DSC | ₹0 | Self‑attested ID & address proofs |
DIR‑3 KYC Web | Repeat filing with NO data change | Director’s DSC only | ₹0 | None (data pre‑filled) |
Activity | Cut‑off (FY 2024‑25) | Cost |
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Free KYC window | 1 Apr – 30 Sep 2025 | ₹0 |
DIN auto‑deactivation | 01 Oct 2025 | Nil (status change) |
Reactivation filing | Any time post 1 Oct | ₹5,000 late fee |
Non‑filing of DIR‑3 KYC by 30 Sep.
Multiple DINs held by same person (duplication flagged).
Court / central government orders.
Blocked role in new director appointments.
Inability to sign e‑Forms (AOC‑4, MGT‑7, PAS‑3, etc.).
Red flags during fund‑raising & bank KYC.
Personal penalty exposure in ROC prosecutions.
Step | Action | Output |
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① Data Review | Confirm mobile, email, PAN, passport (if foreign) | KYC worksheet |
② DSC Check | Ensure Class‑III DSC active & PAN‑linked | Validated token |
③ e‑Form/Web Prep | Pre‑fill DIN, generate OTPs on email & mobile | OTP logs |
④ Professional Certification | CA/CS/CMA signs e‑form if using DIR‑3 KYC | Signed XML |
⑤ Govt Fee Payment | Auto‑calculates ₹5,000 late fee | Challan & SRN |
⑥ STP Approval | Instant DIN status flips to “Approved” | Updated master data |
⑦ Post‑KYC | Save acknowledgment, update internal registers | Compliance closure memo |
Self‑Attested PAN (Indian nationals) / Passport (foreign nationals).
Address Proof (AADHAAR, DL, Voter ID, Utility ≤ 2 months).
Unique Mobile No. & Email ID (OTP verified).
Latest Photograph (JPEG ≤ 100 KB).
Active Class‑III DSC (name must match PAN/passport).
Professional Certificate (CA/CS/CMA) – only for e‑Form route.
Tip: Mismatch in name order or initials between PAN & DSC is the #1 rejection reason.
KYC‑AI™ Engine – auto‑reads PAN, Aadhaar, passport, flags mismatches.
OTP Tracker – logs SMS/Email OTP latency & retries.
DSC SafeBox – client‑controlled token vault; no raw cert stored.
ISO 27001, SOC‑2 compliant servers (India region).
AES‑256 encrypted vault – 8‑year retention to match MCA record cycle.
DIN eKYC (via DIR-3 KYC) is an annual compliance requirement by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for all directors. It verifies the director’s mobile number, email, and identity details to ensure regulatory transparency and prevent fake directorships.
Every individual holding an active Director Identification Number (DIN) as of 31st March of the financial year—whether resident, NRI, or disqualified—must file DIN eKYC before 30th September each year.
Your DIN will be marked as “Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC”. This prevents you from signing MCA forms or being appointed as a director until reactivation is completed with a ₹5,000 late fee.
DIR-3 KYC (Form): Used for first-time filing or when personal details like email/mobile change.
DIR-3 KYC Web: Used for repeat filings with no changes in director details.
Both require OTP verification and DSC.
Self-attested PAN (for Indian directors)
Passport (for foreign nationals)
Address proof (Aadhaar, Utility bill, etc.)
Mobile & email (for OTP)
Valid Class-3 DSC
Passport-size photo (in JPEG)
You must file DIR-3 KYC (Form) with correct details and pay a flat ₹5,000 late fee online through the MCA portal. DIN reactivation is instant upon successful form submission and MCA approval.
No. Each DIN must be linked to a unique mobile number and email ID. MCA uses OTP verification to confirm this uniqueness during the filing process.
Yes. NRIs and foreign directors must attach a self-attested passport and address proof, which may also require notarization or apostille depending on the country.
You must first renew or obtain a valid Class-3 DSC linked to your PAN. Without a valid DSC, the MCA portal will not accept your DIR-3 KYC filing.
We provide:
End-to-end DIN status check and advisory
OTP assistance and DSC verification
Instant DIR-3 KYC filing via form/web route
MCA challan payment for late fee
Emergency same-day reactivation options