DIN eKYC Filing (DIR-3 KYC)

DIN eKYC (Form DIR-3 KYC) is mandatory annual filing for every person holding a Director Identification Number (DIN). Due date: September 30 every year. Non-filing: DIN marked "Deactivated" and ₹5,000 penalty for reactivation. Virtual Auditor handles annual DIN eKYC for all directors and tracks deadlines to prevent deactivation. Quick Answer: DIN eKYC Filing (DIR-3 KYC) — DIN eKYC Filing (DIR-3 KYC) by CA/CS firm. Expert filing and compliance. Virtual Auditor, since 2012.

What is DIN eKYC Filing (DIR-3 KYC)?

Regulatory Framework

Regulatory basis: Companies Act, 2013 — Sections 153 and 154 (Director Identification Number) and rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 (annual KYC in Form DIR-3 KYC or the web service by 30 September each year).

DIR-3 KYC — Director vs Designated Partner

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1

Login to MCA portal with DSC

Step 2

Select DIR-3 KYC or DIR-3 KYC-WEB

Step 3

Enter personal details and verify

Step 4

Complete OTP verification (mobile + email)

Step 5

Submit form with DSC

Step 6

Receive filing acknowledgment

Documents You Will Need

To initiate this engagement, please keep the following documents ready: PAN card of the entity or individual, Aadhaar card of the authorised signatory, proof of business address (rent agreement with NOC or ownership document with latest utility bill), bank account details or cancelled cheque, and any existing registrations or approvals relevant to the engagement. A detailed personalised document checklist will be provided after the initial consultation.

When Is DIN eKYC Filing (DIR-3 KYC) Not Required?

DIR-3 KYC may not be required when: (a) the DIN was allotted after March 31 of the current financial year (KYC not required in the year of allotment), (b) the DIN has already been surrendered or deactivated voluntarily, or (c) KYC for the current year has already been filed. DIR-3 KYC is mandatory annually for every person holding an active DIN — non-filing by September 30 results in Rs 5,000 penalty and DIN deactivation.

If you are unsure whether your situation requires din ekyc filing (dir-3 kyc), contact us for a free preliminary assessment. We will advise you honestly — including telling you if you do not need our services.

What You Receive

Upon completion of the din ekyc filing (dir-3 kyc) engagement, you will receive: Engagement completion report, all filed forms/returns with acknowledgment receipts, compliance status summary, advisory note on observations and recommendations, and a forward-looking compliance calendar with upcoming due dates.

All deliverables are reviewed by CA V. Viswanathan (FCA, ACS, CFE, IBBI RV) before release to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Updated for FY 2025-26

This service page reflects the latest regulatory requirements as of March 2026, incorporating changes from the Union Budget 2025, recent MCA notifications, CBDT/CBIC circulars, and RBI master directions applicable to din ekyc filing (dir-3 kyc). Virtual Auditor continuously monitors regulatory updates to ensure all advice and filings are current.

What has changed in the law — reviewed October 2026

• Income-tax Act, 2025: assented to on 21 August 2025 and in force from 1 April 2026, it replaces the Income-tax Act, 1961 for tax year 2026-27 onward, and the Income-tax Rules, 2026 (notified 20 March 2026) replace the 1962 Rules. Section and rule numbers on this page are those of the 1961 Act and 1962 Rules, which continue to govern assessments, appeals and pending proceedings for assessment years up to 2026-27; for tax year 2026-27 onward the corresponding provisions of the 2025 Act apply, and our engagement letters quote both.