Question 1

What is DIR-3 KYC and who is required to file it annually?

Accepted Answer

Under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, EVERY individual who has been allotted a Director Identification Number (DIN/DPIN) as on 31st March of a financial year must mandatorily complete their KYC on or before 30th September every year, regardless of whether they are actively holding a directorship or if their company is active/inactive.

Question 2

What happens if I fail to file DIR-3 KYC by the 30th September deadline?

Accepted Answer

If you miss the 30th September due date, the MCA automatically deactivates your DIN with the status 'Deactivated due to Non-filing of DIR-3 KYC'. You will be barred from signing any MCA forms, approving company returns, or being appointed to any new board. To reactivate a deactivated DIN, you must pay a mandatory statutory government late fee of ₹5,000 per DIN.

Question 3

What is the difference between Web-based DIR-3 KYC and e-Form DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

Web-based DIR-3 KYC is a 2-minute OTP-based online verification for directors who have already filed e-Form DIR-3 KYC in a previous year and have NO changes in their personal details (mobile, email, address). e-Form DIR-3 KYC (with DSC and professional CA/CS certification) is mandatory when filing KYC for the very first time OR when updating personal email, mobile number, or residential address.

Question 4

Who will manage and certify our DIR-3 KYC at TaxQue?

Accepted Answer

Your DIR-3 KYC is handled by our dedicated Secretarial Compliance Desk and certified by a practicing Company Secretary or Chartered Accountant. We ensure dual OTP verification (mobile & email) is completed live and without errors.

Question 5

What documents are required to file e-Form DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

You need: (1) Self-attested PAN Card, (2) Self-attested Aadhaar Card (or Passport / Voter ID / DL for address proof), (3) Personal Mobile Number and Personal Email ID (for OTP verification), (4) Passport-size photograph, and (5) Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).

Question 6

Can an NRI or foreign director complete DIR-3 KYC remotely?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Foreign directors must provide an apostilled/notarized copy of their foreign passport, overseas address proof, and personal email/foreign mobile number for OTP verification. TaxQue coordinates the complete cross-border KYC process.

Question 7

Can multiple directors use the same company email or mobile number for DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

No. Under MCA rules, the mobile number and email ID provided in DIR-3 KYC must be UNIQUE and personal to that specific director. Company corporate email addresses (e.g. info@company.com) or shared mobile numbers are strictly rejected by the MCA portal validation engine.

Question 8

What is the government fee for filing DIR-3 KYC before 30th September?

Accepted Answer

The government fee is ₹0 (NIL) if filed on or before the 30th September statutory deadline. If filed after 30th September, a flat statutory MCA penalty of ₹5,000 per DIN is charged on the portal. TaxQue helps you file early to save ₹5,000 per director.

Question 9

Do designated partners in an LLP also need to file DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A Designated Partner Identification Number (DPIN) in an LLP is identical to a DIN. All designated partners must complete annual DIR-3 KYC by 30th September.

Question 10

What if my mobile number or email ID has changed since last year?

Accepted Answer

If your contact details or address have changed, you cannot use Web KYC. You must file the full e-Form DIR-3 KYC with updated proof documents and Class 3 DSC. TaxQue updates your contact records on the MCA master database.

Question 11

How long does TaxQue take to process DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

Web-based DIR-3 KYC OTP verification is completed within 10 to 15 minutes. Full e-Form DIR-3 KYC with DSC certification is completed and approved on the same business day.

Question 12

How do I check if my DIN status is active on the MCA portal?

Accepted Answer

You can check your status on the MCA website under 'Enquire DIN Status'. TaxQue provides a free DIN compliance check for all directors.

Question 13

What is the fee for DIR-3 KYC services with TaxQue?

Accepted Answer

We offer low-cost, fixed pricing per director (with volume discounts for company boards with multiple directors), covering document verification, OTP coordination, and professional CS certification with zero hidden fees.

Question 14

How do I receive proof that my DIR-3 KYC was successfully filed?

Accepted Answer

The MCA system instantly generates an official SRN Payment Challan showing status 'Approved', confirming that your DIN is active for the entire financial year.

Question 15

Does a disqualified director need to file DIR-3 KYC?

Accepted Answer

Under Section 164(2), disqualified directors cannot file Web KYC directly while the DIN is blocked. However, upon obtaining high court stay or post-5-year tenure completion, filing DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 late fee is the final step to restore the active DIN. TaxQue assists with disqualified DIN KYC.

Question 16

Can TaxQue manage annual DIR-3 KYC for our entire executive board automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We maintain an automated secretarial roster that proactively files annual DIR-3 KYC for all your directors every August/September to eliminate all deactivation risks.

Feature & Deliverable Matrix	Basic	Standard★ Most Popular	Premium
Name Availability Verification & Portal Reservation Assistance	✓	✓	✓
Drafting of MOA, AOA / Deed & Statutory Declarations	✓	✓	✓
Official Government Portal Filing & Document Submission	✓	✓	✓
Certificate of Incorporation / Registration Delivery	✓	✓	✓
Entity PAN & TAN Allocation Coordination	✓	✓	✓
Assigned Company Secretary (CS) & Corporate Legal Advisor	—	✓	✓
Class-3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) & Director DINs	—	✓	✓
Assisted Corporate Bank Current Account Opening Setup	—	✓	✓
Mandatory EPFO, ESIC & State Tax Registrations Included	—	✓	✓
1st Board Meeting Resolutions & INC-20A Commencement Filing	—	—	✓
Custom Shareholder & Co-Founder Agreement Drafting (SHA/SSA)	—	—	✓
Free Comprehensive Trademark Brand Search & Class Verification	—	—	✓
Dedicated Corporate Advisory Desk for Annual ROC Compliances	—	—	✓

Filing Mode / Element	Mandatory Documentation Required	Verification Notes
Web-KYC (No Changes in Details)	Director personal Mobile Number + personal Email Address (for dual OTP)	No documents required to be uploaded
e-Form DIR-3 KYC (First-Time / Details Changed)	PAN Card (Mandatory), Aadhaar Card, Passport Photo, Proof of Address (Bank statement/Utility bill < 2 months)	Self-attested color copies
Foreign Director KYC	Valid Passport (Apostilled / Consularized) + Foreign Address Proof (Utility bill / Driver's license)	Certified apostille copies
Digital Signature (For e-Form)	Active Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the Director	Mandatory for e-Form submission

Filing Timeline	Statutory Government Fee	DIN Status on MCA
On or before 30th September	₹0 (Zero Government Fee)	Active & Compliant
Filing after 30th September (Delay)	₹5,000 Statutory Late Penalty per DIN	Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC
Consequence of Deactivated DIN	Cannot sign any MCA forms, file annual returns, or incorporate new companies	Blocks all company ROC filings

DIN Holder Status	Mandatory Requirement	Governing Rule
Active Director in Company / Partner in LLP	Compulsory every year on or before 30th September	Rule 12A Companies Rules 2014
Disqualified Director under Section 164(2)	Compulsory (Must still file KYC to prevent ₹5,000 late fee)	Rule 12A Companies Rules 2014
Inactive / Resigned DIN Holder (No Directorship)	Compulsory if holding valid DIN	Rule 12A Companies Rules 2014

Parameter	TaxQue Managed KYC Desk	DIY Portal Submission Attempt	Local Non-Professional
MCA V3 Account Login & Sync	Resolves MCA V3 user profile & role linking errors	User blocked by V3 login bugs	Unfamiliar with V3 portal architecture
Dual OTP Coordination	Real-time WhatsApp / Phone coordination for instant OTP input	OTP expires before entry	Slow manual coordination
CA/CS Digital Attestation	Immediate in-house professional attestation for e-Forms	User must hunt for external CA	Cannot certify e-Forms

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