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MCA Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC): Mandatory for Each Directors

As per the Companies Act 2013, every company director having DIN allotted before 31st March 2025 must complete the MCA Director KYC. This process is known as the MCA Director KYC or DIR-3 KYC process. The DIR-3 KYC is a crucial compliance requirement that ensures the authenticity and credibility of the company’s directors. Non – Filing of Director KYC will attract penalty at INR 5000/- .

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What is MCA Director KYC or DIR 3 KYC?

If you are a director of a company registered in India, there’s one important compliance you cannot afford to miss — the Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC). Whether you are a first-time director or have been part of several boards, understanding the importance of this process is crucial.

What is Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC)?

Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) is an annual process introduced by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), India. It is mandatory for every director holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) to submit their KYC (Know Your Customer) details to the government through a specific form called DIR-3 KYC.

This process ensures that the MCA has updated and verified contact and identity information of all company directors.

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Who Needs to File DIR-3 KYC?

In simple terms, every individual who has a DIN (Director Identification Number) must file the DIR-3 KYC form if:

  • Their DIN is in “Approved” status.
  • They received their DIN on or before 31st March of the previous financial year.

Even if you’re not currently a director in any company, but you have an active DIN, you’re required to comply.

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Documents Require for DIR 3 KYC

To complete the Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) process, you will need the following documents:

  1. PAN Card (for Indian nationals)
  2. Passport (mandatory for foreign nationals)
  3. Aadhaar Card
  4. Current Address Proof (like electricity bill, bank statement)
  5. Mobile number and email ID (OTP will be sent for verification)
  6. DIN Number 
  7. Valid DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) 
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Director KYC or DIR 3 KYC due date ?

For the financial year ending 31st March 2025, the deadline to file Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) is expected to be 30th September 2025.

It is highly advised to file before the deadline to avoid penalties of Rs5000/.

What Happens If You Don’t File DIR-3 KYC?

If you miss the due date, the consequences can be serious:

  • Your DIN will be marked as “Deactivated due to non-filing of KYC”.
  • You won’t be able to sign documents or participate in company actions.
  • A late fee of ₹5,000 will be charged for reactivating your DIN.
  • You may face additional compliance scrutiny.

Non-compliance can damage your reputation as a director and can delay important business filings.

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How to file dir 3 kyc or Director KYC?

Complying with MCA Director KYC or Dir 3 Kyc is a simple process that can be completed online. The following are the steps involved in complying with MCA Director KYC:

  1. Visit the MCA portal: The first step in complying with MCA Director KYC is to visit the MCA portal (www.mca.gov.in).
  2. Login/Register: If you are already registered with the MCA portal, you can log in using your credentials. If not, you can register as a new user.
  3. Enter DIN: Once you are logged in, you need to enter the Director Identification Number (DIN) of the director you want to verify.
  4. Verify OTP: After entering the DIN, you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number and email address. You need to enter the OTP to proceed.
  5. Provide details: Once the OTP is verified, you need to provide the personal details and address of the director.
  6. Upload documents: You also need to upload scanned copies of the director’s PAN card, Aadhaar card, and passport size photograph.
  7. Submit: After providing all the necessary details and uploading the documents, you need to submit the form.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The filing of director KYC in DIR-3 (KYC) already begun on 1st April 2025 and the last of filing the same is 30th September 2025. If not filed within its due date then it would attract an additional fee or fine of Rs 5000/- for each defaulting partner

For filing the directors KYC, you should have following information

  1. Unique Personal Mobile Number
  2. Personal Email ID.
  3. OTP on Email ID and Mobile No.

Yes, Filing of DIR-3 KYC would be mandatory for Disqualified Directors also

MCA21 system will mark all approved DINs (allotted on or before 31st March 2023) against which DIR-3 KYC form has not been filed upto 30th September 2023 as ‘Deactivated’ with reason as ‘Non-filing of DIR-3 KYC’.

After the due date filing of DIR 3 KYC is over, the DIN is marked as deactivated. For such inactive DIN directors KYC can be filed after payment of late filing fee of Rs. Rs. 5,000/- only, without prejudice to any other action that may be taken.

Every Director who has been allotted DIN as on or before 31st march 2023, must submit e-form DIR-3KYC with the central government.

Yes, even a person is not holding directorship in any Company, such a person is also required to file DIR-3 KYC every financial year within its due date.

Yes It is mandatory to affix DSC of Director on his e-form DIR-3 KYC.

File Your DIR 3 KYC or Director KYC before due date!

Make sure you don't miss the DIR-3 KYC due date as a Director in India! Stay informed and ensure compliance with ease for seamless corporate governance.

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