DIR-3 KYC is the simplest annual compliance a director has — and one of the most commonly missed. Skip it and your Director Identification Number is deactivated, which quietly blocks every filing that needs your signature. This guide covers who must file, the two versions of the form, the deadline, and exactly what the Rs 5,000 reactivation costs you.
- Every individual holding a DIN as of 31 March must file KYC by 30 September.
- Unchanged details? Use the quick DIR-3 KYC-WEB; changed details need the full form.
- Miss it and the DIN is deactivated — you cannot sign any company filing.
- Reactivation costs a Rs 5,000 late fee plus filing the KYC.
Web vs full form
| DIR-3 KYC-WEB | DIR-3 KYC (form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Use when | Details unchanged | Mobile/email/details changed, or first KYC |
| Effort | OTP confirmation | Full form + DSC |
Who must file, and when
Every individual holding a DIN as of 31 March must complete KYC by 30 September each year — whether or not the DIN is currently used on any company board. If your details are unchanged, it is a quick web-based confirmation (DIR-3 KYC-WEB); if they have changed, you file the full form with a DSC.
What happens if you miss it
- The DIN is marked deactivated for non-filing of KYC.
- You cannot be appointed, resign or sign company filings until reactivated.
- Reactivation requires filing the KYC with a Rs 5,000 late fee.
“A deactivated DIN can hold up your company's entire annual filing. It is a five-minute task — put it on the calendar.”
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to file KYC if my DIN is not used on any company?
Yes. KYC applies to every DIN holder, active on a board or not, as long as the DIN was allotted before 31 March of that year.
Can I reactivate a deactivated DIN?
Yes, by filing the pending DIR-3 KYC with the Rs 5,000 late fee. The DIN reactivates once processed.
Is there any government fee if I file on time?
No. Filing within the deadline is free. The Rs 5,000 fee applies only when the DIN has already been deactivated for non-filing.
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