DIR-3 KYC — Director KYC for DIN/DPIN, Fully Managed by Experts
Every person holding a DIN or DPIN must complete their KYC with the MCA by 30 June, once every three consecutive financial years. Our CA/CS team files your DIR-3 KYC Web form end to end — so your DIN stays active and you avoid the ₹5,000 reactivation fee.
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What Is DIR-3 KYC?
A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.
DIR-3 KYC is a yearly identity verification that everyone holding a DIN or DPIN must complete with the MCA so their number stays active.
Under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, every individual who has been allotted a DIN as on 31 March of a financial year must submit their KYC to the Central Government on or before 30 June, once every three consecutive financial years. The rule was amended by G.S.R. 943(E) dated 31 December 2025 with effect from 31 March 2026; before that it was an annual filing due 30 September.
Administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through the MCA21 V3 portal, via the unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web.
DIR-3 KYC keeps the DIN in "Approved" status. It must be repeated once every three consecutive financial years — next due 30 June 2028 for anyone compliant at the changeover.
Quick Facts
Is This Service Right for You?
Ideal for
- Directors of Private Limited, Public and One Person Companies
- Designated partners of LLPs holding a DPIN
- Anyone allotted a DIN — even if not currently on a board
- Directors whose email or mobile number has changed this year
- First-time filers who have never done DIR-3 KYC before
- Directors whose DIN has been deactivated for non-filing
You may need this if
- You hold a DIN or DPIN allotted on or before 31 March
- You have not filed your DIR-3 KYC for the current year
- Your registered email or mobile has changed since last KYC
- You are filing DIR-3 KYC for the very first time
- Your DIN shows as "Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC"
- You want your DIN active for future ROC filings and appointments
Not sure if you need this?
Talk to an Expert →Why Is DIR-3 KYC Required?
DIR-3 KYC keeps the MCA's register of directors current and your DIN active. Here is why it matters.
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It Is Mandatory
Rule 12A makes KYC compulsory for every DIN/DPIN holder — there is no turnover or activity exemption. Filing on time keeps you compliant.
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Keeps Your DIN Active
A DIN that is not KYC-verified by its 30 June due date is marked "Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC" and cannot be used until reactivated.
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Avoid the ₹5,000 Fee
Filing after the deadline attracts a late fee of ₹5,000 to reactivate the DIN. Timely KYC keeps the cost at nil.
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Enables ROC Filings
A deactivated DIN blocks you from signing company filings, being appointed as a director, or acting on any board until it is reactivated.
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Clean Compliance Record
Consistent, on-time KYC keeps your director profile and the company's compliance history clean for banks, investors and due diligence.
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Verified Contact Details
KYC confirms your current mobile and email with the MCA via OTP, so official communications and future filings reach you correctly.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Custom quote for your case
Fees depend on your business type and scope. Get a clear, itemised quote upfront — no hidden professional charges, government fee billed at actuals.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility checklist
- A DIN or DPIN allotted on or before 31 March of the relevant financial year
- A personal mobile number and email — both verified afresh by OTP each cycle
- A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the DIN holder, where required
- Self-attested PAN, Aadhaar and address proof
- A change in mobile, email or address must be updated within 30 days, separately from the three-year cycle
- Certification by a practising CA / CS / CMA where required
Everything You Need. One Professional Team.
DIN Status Check
Verify your DIN status and confirm which three-year cycle your next filing falls in.
Cycle Check
Confirm your due date under the three-year cycle and whether any particulars need a 30-day update.
Document Collection
Collect PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and photograph securely over WhatsApp / email.
Form Preparation
Prepare Form DIR-3 KYC Web with correct particulars and attach self-attested documents.
OTP Verification
Complete the mandatory mobile and email OTP verification with the MCA.
DSC & Certification
Affix your DSC and get the form certified by a practising professional where required.
MCA Filing
File on the MCA21 V3 portal and confirm the DIN moves to "Approved" status.
Confirmation & Record
Share the filed acknowledgement and update you when the DIN is active.
What You’ll Receive
What Documents Are Required for DIR-3 KYC?
Form DIR-3 KYC Web needs self-attested identity and address proof, OTP verification of your personal mobile and email, and a DSC where certification is required. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online.
Identity & PAN
Of the DIN / DPIN holder- Self-attested PAN card
- Self-attested Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photograph
- Passport is mandatory for foreign nationals / NRIs
Address Proof
Present residential address- Self-attested address proof (Aadhaar / voter ID / driving licence / utility bill)
- Foreign address proof for NRI / foreign directors (apostilled / notarised where required)
- Proof should match the address declared in the form
Verification & Signing
Where certification is required- Personal mobile number (for OTP)
- Personal email address (for OTP)
- Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the DIN holder
- Certification by a practising CA / CS / CMA
DSC mandatory for the eForm
Where the filing requires certification, it must be signed with the DIN holder's Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate and certified by a practising CA / CS / CMA.
One form now, not two
The separate eForm and KYC-WEB service were merged on 31 March 2026 into a single unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web, used whether or not your particulars have changed.
Personal mobile & email
A personal, unique mobile number and email are required and are verified by OTP at each filing. They cannot be shared with another director's KYC.
Foreign directors
NRIs and foreign nationals must provide a passport and foreign address proof; documents may need to be apostilled or notarised as applicable.
Don’t have all the documents?
We’ll identify what your case needs →How DIR-3 KYC Is Filed (Step by Step)
The entire KYC happens online through the MCA21 V3 portal.
Check DIN status & due date
We confirm your DIN is allotted, check its status, and work out where you sit in the three-year cycle.
Collect documents
For a first-time or changed-details filing, we collect self-attested PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and photograph.
Prepare the form
We fill Form DIR-3 KYC Web with your correct particulars and current contact details.
OTP verification
You complete the mandatory mobile and email OTP verification with the MCA to authenticate the KYC.
DSC, certify & file
Where certification is required you affix your DSC, a practising professional certifies it, and we file on MCA21 V3.
DIN approved
On successful filing the DIN status shows "Approved" and we share the acknowledgement / SRN.
When Is DIR-3 KYC Due?
| Stage | Expected Time |
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| Due date — every DIN/DPIN holder | 30 June, once every 3 financial years |
| Form DIR-3 KYC Web — OTP verification | Same day, once OTP is done |
| Change in mobile / email / address | Separate 30-day update, does not reset the cycle |
| Late filing / reactivation of a deactivated DIN | Anytime, with ₹5,000 fee |
DIR-3 KYC applies to every DIN allotted on or before 31 March and must be filed by 30 June, once every three consecutive financial years (next due 30 June 2028). Missing the deadline deactivates the DIN; it can be reactivated later by filing the KYC with a ₹5,000 fee.
Key Dates — At a Glance
| Frequency | What Is Due |
|---|---|
| By 30 Jun, every 3 FYs | File the unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web · Re-verify mobile & email by OTP · Confirm DIN status is "Approved" |
| On Any Change — 30 days | Update mobile, email or address within 30 days · Note that it does not reset the three-year cycle · Re-certify with DSC where required |
| If DIN Deactivated | File DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 reactivation fee · Restore DIN before signing any ROC filing · Regularise before new appointments |
| Related Director Filings | Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A) · DIN allotment / reactivation as needed · Changes in directors filed with the ROC |
Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.
Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue
Doing It Yourself
- Work out which three-year cycle your next filing falls in
- Arrange a valid DSC and get the form certified by a professional
- Enter particulars exactly as per PAN / Aadhaar records
- Complete mobile and email OTP verification correctly
- Track the filing and fix any resubmission errors
- Risk missing 30 June and DIN deactivation
- Pay the ₹5,000 reactivation fee if the DIN lapses
With TaxClue
- Expert confirms the correct route for your case
- DSC and professional certification arranged for you
- Particulars checked against your PAN / Aadhaar
- OTP verification guided step by step
- Filing tracked to "Approved" status
- Filed well before the 30 June deadline
- Deactivated DINs reactivated correctly
Skip the guesswork.
Let an expert handle it →Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application
TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.
What Compliance Applies Around DIR-3 KYC?
By 30 Jun, every 3 FYs
- File the unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web
- Re-verify mobile & email by OTP
- Confirm DIN status is "Approved"
On Any Change — 30 days
- Update mobile, email or address within 30 days
- Note that it does not reset the three-year cycle
- Re-certify with DSC where required
If DIN Deactivated
- File DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 reactivation fee
- Restore DIN before signing any ROC filing
- Regularise before new appointments
Related Director Filings
- Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A)
- DIN allotment / reactivation as needed
- Changes in directors filed with the ROC
Penalties & Consequences
What is at stake if you do not comply
- Missing the 30 June deadline deactivates the DIN and needs a ₹5,000 fee to reactivate
- A deactivated DIN blocks the director from signing any company ROC filing
- Forgetting the separate 30-day update when email, mobile or address changes
- A DIN needs KYC every year even if you are not currently a director
Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2026: Rule 12A was amended by G.S.R. 943(E) dated 31 December 2025, in force 31 March 2026: DIR-3 KYC is now due by 30 June, once every three consecutive financial years, on a single unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web. Next due 30 June 2028. A lapsed DIN still attracts a ₹5,000 reactivation fee.
- 2025: All director and KYC forms are now filed on the MCA V3 portal; the legacy V2 portal has been retired.
Why Businesses Choose TaxClue
CA / CS Team
Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries certify and file your KYC.
End-to-End
From route selection to "Approved" DIN — fully managed, minimal effort from you.
Deadline Tracking
We keep track of your 30 June due date under the three-year cycle so your DIN never lapses.
100% Online
Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.
Transparent Fees
A clear fee quoted upfront — no surprise professional charges.
Post-Service Support
Guidance on next year's KYC and related director compliance.
Your Documents Deserve Professional Care
- Documents handled by professionals under confidentiality
- Access limited to the team working on your file
- Communication over secure digital channels
- Documents retained only as long as needed for compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has to file DIR-3 KYC?
What is the due date for DIR-3 KYC?
Is there still a difference between DIR-3 KYC and DIR-3 KYC-WEB?
What happens if I miss the DIR-3 KYC deadline?
How much is the fee for DIR-3 KYC?
I hold a DIN but am not currently a director. Do I still need to file?
Do I need a Digital Signature Certificate for DIR-3 KYC?
Can NRIs and foreign directors file DIR-3 KYC?
My email and mobile have changed. Which form do I use?
Does DPIN for LLP partners also need KYC?
How do I know if my DIR-3 KYC has been done?
Can a deactivated DIN be reactivated?
What is the due date for DIR-3 KYC and what is the late fee?
What documents are required for DIR-3 KYC?
What is the difference between DIR-3 KYC and annual company ROC filing?
What happens to company filings if a director’s DIN is deactivated?
Do I need to file DIR-3 KYC every year or only once?
Who is exempt from filing DIR-3 KYC?
Official Sources & Legal References
Every regulatory detail on this page — the deadline, forms, rule and reactivation fee — is drawn from primary law and official government sources. Verify them directly:
- MCA — Ministry of Corporate AffairsOfficial portal to file Form DIR-3 KYC Web and check DIN status
- Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014Rule 12A — KYC of directors, once every three financial years
- MCA — Company / LLP forms downloadeForm DIR-3 KYC and related director forms
- Companies Act, 2013 — full textThe governing law · India Code
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File Your DIR-3 KYC Before 30 June
Expert-managed director KYC — cycle check, document collection, OTP verification, DSC and MCA filing, end to end. Keep your DIN active and avoid the ₹5,000 reactivation fee. Consultation, transparent fee.
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