Director Identification Number (DIN) Reactivation – Form DIR-3 KYC Filing

A Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique identifier assigned by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to individuals serving as directors in Indian companies. It ensures accountability and regulatory compliance under the Companies Act, 2013.

However, directors must update their KYC details annually through Form DIR-3 KYC to keep their DIN active. Failure to do so results in DIN deactivation, restricting their ability to hold directorial positions. To restore a deactivated DIN, directors must file Form DIR-3 KYC, sometimes with a late penalty, depending on the delay.

What is a Director Identification Number (DIN)?

A DIN is an 8-digit unique number assigned to directors of Indian companies under the Companies Act. It remains valid for a lifetime, provided the director meets compliance requirements such as annual KYC filings.

Understanding Form DIR-3 KYC

Form DIR-3 KYC is an MCA-mandated electronic form for updating the KYC (Know Your Customer) details of individuals with a DIN.

Who Needs to File DIR-3 KYC?

The filing requirement applies to individuals who:
✅ Have been allotted a DIN on or before March 31st of a financial year
✅ Have an ‘Approved’ DIN status
✅ Are disqualified directors but still hold a DIN

Annual Deadline for DIR-3 KYC Filing

Directors must file Form DIR-3 KYC every year by September 30th. However, this due date is subject to MCA notifications and extensions.

DIR-3 KYC Web Form

• A simplified online version for individuals who have previously filed the eForm and need to complete annual compliance without making any updates.
• Accessible through the MCA web service.

Consequences of Not Filing DIR-3 KYC

Penalty for Non-Filing

Failure to file Form DIR-3 KYC by the due date results in:
⚠️ A ₹5,000 penalty for late submission
⚠️ Deactivation of DIN

DIN Deactivation

If DIR-3 KYC is not filed by September 30th, the MCA marks the DIN status as ‘Deactivated due to Non-filing of DIR-3 KYC’, preventing the individual from acting as a director.

How to Reactivate a Deactivated DIN?

To restore a deactivated DIN, the individual must:
1️ File Form DIR-3 KYC via the MCA portal
2️ Pay the late penalty fee (if applicable)
3️ Complete OTP verification using a unique mobile number and email ID
4️ Ensure accurate documentation as per MCA guidelines

Once submitted, the form undergoes Straight Through Processing (STP) for approval, and the DIN is automatically reactivated upon successful verification.

Documents Required for DIN Reactivation (DIR-3 KYC Filing)

✔️ Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) (Linked to PAN)
✔️ PAN Card (Self-attested copy)
✔️ Address Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Driving License)
✔️ Passport-size Photograph (Self-attested)
✔️ Mobile Number & Email ID (For OTP verification)
✔️ Personal Details (Citizenship, Nationality, and Residential Status)

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FAQs on DIN Reactivation and DIR-3 KYC Filing

1. What is a Director Identification Number (DIN)?

A DIN is an 8-digit unique identification number assigned by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to individuals who serve as directors in Indian companies. It is mandatory for directorial positions and remains valid for a lifetime.

2. Why is filing DIR-3 KYC important?

Filing DIR-3 KYC is mandatory to keep the DIN active. Failure to file it annually leads to DIN deactivation, restricting the individual from holding a directorial position.

3. Who needs to file DIR-3 KYC?

All individuals who have been allotted a DIN on or before March 31st of a financial year and whose DIN status is ‘Approved’ must file DIR-3 KYC.

4. What is the deadline for filing DIR-3 KYC?

The annual deadline for filing DIR-3 KYC is September 30th. However, this is subject to MCA notifications and extensions.

5. What happens if DIR-3 KYC is not filed on time?

If DIR-3 KYC is not submitted by the due date:

• A ₹5,000 penalty is imposed for late filing.
• The DIN gets deactivated, preventing the individual from acting as a director.

6. How can a deactivated DIN be reactivated?

To reactivate a DIN:

1. File Form DIR-3 KYC through the MCA portal.
2. Pay the penalty fee if applicable.
3. Complete OTP verification via a unique mobile number and email ID.
4. Submit the required documents as per MCA guidelines.

7. What are the types of DIR-3 KYC forms?

• DIR-3 KYC eForm – Used by first-time filers or those updating details.
• DIR-3 KYC Web Form – For individuals who have previously filed the eForm and need to complete annual compliance without any updates.

8. What documents are required for DIR-3 KYC filing?

• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
• PAN Card (Self-attested copy)
• Address Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Driving License)
• Passport-size Photograph (Self-attested)
• Mobile Number & Email ID (For OTP verification)
• Personal Details (Citizenship, Nationality, and Residential Status)

9. How long does it take to reactivate a DIN after filing DIR-3 KYC?

Once the DIR-3 KYC form is submitted, it undergoes Straight Through Processing (STP). If approved, the DIN is automatically reactivated within a few working days.