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Adding a co-founder
A new co-founder needs to be formally appointed to the board.
Company / ROC
Director Appointment Services
Adding a director to your board? We handle consent, resolutions and the DIR-12 filing so the appointment is legally recognised.
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Why appoint
When do you need director appointment?
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Investor board seat
A funding round often requires appointing an investor nominee director.
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Filling a resignation vacancy
Replacing a director who has resigned or been removed.
Requirements
Requirements for director appointment
- ✓A valid DINThe appointee must hold a Director Identification Number.
- ✓Consent to act as directorWritten consent in the prescribed format.
- ✓Declaration of eligibilityConfirming no disqualification under the Companies Act.
- ✓Board approvalA resolution approving the appointment.
Documents required
Documents required
- ✓PAN, Aadhaar & DINIdentity proof and DIN of the appointee.
- ✓Address proofRecent bank statement or utility bill.
- ✓Consent letter (DIR-2)Signed consent to act as director.
- ✓DSC of a directorTo sign the MCA form.
StepConsent and Declaration
The appointee signs consent (DIR-2) and a declaration confirming they aren't disqualified from being a director under the Companies Act.
StepBoard Resolution
The board passes a resolution approving the appointment, effective from the date specified.
FilingDIR-12 FilingWithin 30 days of appointment
DIR-12 notifies the ROC of the new director's appointment.
How it works
Director appointment process
01
Confirm DIN & eligibility
Day 1We confirm the appointee has a DIN or help them get one.
02
Consent & resolution
Day 1–4We prepare the consent and board resolution.
03
File DIR-12
Day 4–7 · DoneWe file with the ROC and confirm the appointment.
Timeline
Timeline
Step
Timing
Owner
DIN & eligibility check
Day 1
You + FilingSetu
Consent & resolution
Day 1–4
FilingSetu
DIR-12 filing
Day 4–7
FilingSetu
Pricing
Service fees
One transparent professional fee, confirmed in writing before we begin.
- Covers consent, resolution drafting and DIR-12 filing.
- DIN application, if needed, is quoted separately.
Why us
Why choose FilingSetu?
Real accountants, fixed fees, and a person who knows your file.
Real chartered accountants
Every filing is prepared and reviewed by an ICAI-registered CA / CS.
One fixed fee, in writing
Government charges pass through at actuals, never marked up.
A named manager
One point of contact who knows your file end to end.
Handled end to end
From resolutions to the final ROC acknowledgement, we manage every step.
FAQ
Director Appointment, answered.
Does the new director need a DIN before appointment?
Yes — a valid DIN is mandatory before someone can be appointed a director.
What's the filing deadline after appointment?
DIR-12 must be filed within 30 days of the appointment date.
Do shareholders need to approve every appointment?
A board resolution is generally sufficient; shareholder approval is required at the next AGM to regularise the appointment in certain cases.
Ready to appoint a new director?
Talk to an Expert about your appointment — we'll confirm the documents and give you a fixed quote. Free, no obligation.