DIR-3 KYC Filing
DIR-3 KYC is an annual compliance that must be filed by every Director who holds a DIN (Director Identification Number).
It is basically a Know Your Customer (KYC) form for Directors with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
Purpose:
- To keep DIN details updated.
- To prevent misuse of DIN by fake/inactive directors.
- To ensure only genuine directors remain active on MCA records.
Who Needs to File DIR-3 KYC?
- Every director who has been allotted DIN (Director Identification Number).
- Even if the DIN is not used in any company, KYC is still mandatory.
Two Modes of Filing:
- DIR-3 KYC (Form Based): For those filing KYC for the first time or when there is a change in details (like mobile/email).
- DIR-3 KYC Web: For those who have filed in earlier years and just need to confirm details (no change).
Due Date of DIR-3 KYC
- Must be filed every year by 30th September for the previous financial year.
Example: For FY 2024–25, DIR-3 KYC must be filed by 30th September 2025.
Documents Required for DIR-3 KYC
- Director PAN Card (self-attested).
- Director Aadhaar Card (self-attested).
- Passport (mandatory if a foreign national).
- Present Residential Address Proof (Electricity bill/Bank statement – not older than 2 months).
- Personal Mobile Number (for OTP verification).
- Personal Email ID (for OTP verification).
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of Director.
- Certification by Professional (CA/CS/CMA).
Process of Filing DIR-3 KYC
- Collect Documents – PAN, Aadhaar, Address proof.
- Form Filling – Fill DIR-3 KYC with personal details (Name, Father’s Name, DOB, PAN, Aadhaar, Mobile, Email, Nationality).
- OTP Verification – Mobile number & email ID are verified via OTP.
- Attach Documents – Proofs uploaded along with form.
- Professional Certification – A practicing CA/CS/CMA digitally certifies the form.
- File with MCA – Submit the form online using DSC.
- Acknowledgment – MCA issues SRN & confirmation email.
Penalties for Non-Filing
If not filed by 30th September:
- DIN will be deactivated with the reason “non-filing of DIR-3 KYC”.
- Director cannot file any form with MCA (like appointment, resignation, annual filings, etc.).
- To reactivate DIN, the director must file DIR-3 KYC with ₹5,000 penalty.
Why DIR-3 KYC is Important
- Keeps DIN active.
- Prevents disqualification of directors.
- Mandatory for signing MCA forms.
- Builds transparency in corporate governance.
Yes. As long as the person has a DIN, KYC is mandatory.
DIN gets deactivated, and a penalty of ₹5,000 must be paid for reactivation.
Yes, but you must file the form-based KYC, not the web-based one.
Yes, DSC of the director and certification by a professional (CA/CS/CMA) is mandatory.
Yes. They must provide passport, foreign address proof, and get documents notarized/apostilled (if applicable).
No. If filed before 30th September, it is free of cost.
No. Only personal mobile and email should be used, as OTP verification is required