Every director holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) in India must complete DIR-3 KYC (annual Know Your Customer verification) by 30 September each year. Non-filing results in automatic DIN deactivation — legally preventing the director from exercising their directorial powers. BigMind Consulting files DIR-3 KYC for all directors as part of its annual compliance packages for companies in India and India.
What is DIR-3 KYC and who must file it?
Who Must File
- All DIN holders — active directors of any company
- Former directors who retain their DIN (even if not currently a director)
- DIN holders of struck-off companies (DIN is personal — not company-specific)
- Directors who previously filed DIR-3 KYC (must re-file every year by 30 September)
Key Details
DIR-3 KYC filing process
Identify Filing Type
First-time filers: use DIR-3 KYC e-form with DSC, PAN, Aadhaar, and address proof. Returning filers: use the simplified DIR-3 KYC-WEB form on the MCA portal — requires only OTP verification.
Login to MCA21 Portal
Access mca.gov.in with the director's login credentials. BigMind Consulting assists with portal access and form preparation.
Complete DIR-3 KYC Details
For e-form: upload PAN, Aadhaar, personal mobile number, personal email address, and residential address. All details must match Aadhaar records.
Dual OTP Verification
Enter OTP received on Aadhaar-linked mobile number AND OTP sent to the registered email address. Both OTPs must be verified successfully.
Submit and SRN Generated
Upon successful OTP verification and form submission, a Service Request Number (SRN) is generated confirming successful KYC filing for the year.
DIN deactivation & reactivation
Consequences of DIN Deactivation
- Director cannot sign board resolutions or MCA e-forms
- Company filings requiring DIN-holder DSC cannot proceed
- Director is legally incapacitated — all acts as director become invalid
- Other directors and company auditors may be impacted
- Bank signatories linked to DIN may face operational issues
How to Reactivate a Deactivated DIN
- File the overdue DIR-3 KYC e-form (not the simplified web form)
- Pay the ₹5,000 penalty fee on the MCA portal
- Complete Aadhaar OTP and email OTP verification
- DIN is reactivated within 1–2 working days after payment and filing
- BigMind Consulting manages the reactivation process end-to-end
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must file DIR-3 KYC?
Every individual who has been allotted a Director Identification Number (DIN) must file DIR-3 KYC each year — regardless of whether they are currently a director of any active company, have resigned, or the company has been struck off. DIN holders who do not file by 30 September will have their DIN deactivated.
What is the difference between DIR-3 KYC (web form) and DIR-3 KYC (e-form)?
From FY 2020-21 onwards, directors who have already filed DIR-3 KYC in a previous year can complete annual KYC using the simplified DIR-3 KYC-WEB (web-based form) — which requires only OTP verification without uploading documents again. First-time KYC filers must use the full DIR-3 KYC e-form with documents and DSC.
What happens if a director's DIN is deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC?
A deactivated DIN means the director cannot participate in any company's board proceedings or sign any MCA forms or resolutions. The director becomes legally incapacitated from fulfilling director duties. Reactivation requires filing the outstanding DIR-3 KYC and paying a penalty of ₹5,000.
What OTP verification is required for DIR-3 KYC?
DIR-3 KYC requires dual OTP verification — one OTP is sent to the director's Aadhaar-linked mobile number, and another OTP is sent to the director's official email address registered in the MCA system. Both OTPs must be verified to complete the KYC.
Can BigMind Consulting file DIR-3 KYC on behalf of directors?
Yes. BigMind Consulting manages DIR-3 KYC filing for all directors of client companies as part of annual compliance retainer packages. The director needs to provide OTP verification (as it is mobile/email based), but BigMind prepares and submits the form and coordinates the entire process.
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