Introduction

A Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique 8 digit identification number allotted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to an individual who intends to act as a director of a company. It is mandatory for every director to obtain and maintain a valid DIN throughout their tenure.

To ensure that the information relating to directors remains accurate and up-to-date, the MCA has prescribed various forms such as DIR-3 KYC Web and DIR-6.

Further, the MCA has introduced significant amendments to the Director KYC framework effective from 31 March 2026, simplifying the compliance process and reducing the compliance burden on directors.

Form DIR-3 KYC Web

•  KYC to be completed once every three consecutive financial years. No fees for the KYC and no attachment is required to the form. OTP will be sent to the registered email id and phone number.
• The due date for routine KYC filing is 30 June of the applicable compliance year.

Other purpose of filing the Form DIR-3 KYC Web

• Changes in mobile number, email address, can be filed with self-declaration as proof for the change
• Change in permanent or present residential address with proof as passport, utility bill, adhar

Changes to be intimated within 30 days & Government Fees for the said form is Rs 500/-

In case KYC is not completed, the DIN becomes deactivated and can be made active after paying a penalty of Rs 5000/-.  The Director with deactivated DIN cannot be appointed as Director in another company nor his digital signature be used on MCA for any filings till his DIN is activated by paying penalty.

Form DIR-6 – Intimation of Change in DIN Particulars

Form DIR-6 is to be used for updating other core DIN particulars, such as:

• Name
• Father’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Nationality
• Any other particulars as specified by the MCA.

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