DIN Allotment in Kohima
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DIN Allotment in Kohima
RoC Shillong — Morello Building, Ground Floor, Shillong – 793001
Gauhati High Court (Kohima Bench)
13 (Nagaland)
Nagaland does not levy Professional Tax in practice.
State Capital, Handicrafts & Agri, Hornbill Tourism
Kohima is Nagaland's capital — a hilly administrative, handicrafts, and tourism (Hornbill) centre.
What Is DIN Allotment?
A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.
A DIN is a unique 8-digit number that identifies you as a company director. You need it before you can be appointed to any company board, and it stays with you for life.
Under Sections 153 and 154 of the Companies Act, 2013, every individual intending to be appointed as a director applies to the Central Government (MCA) for allotment of a Director Identification Number in the prescribed manner, and the DIN is allotted within the period prescribed.
Administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through the MCA21 V3 portal, via Form DIR-3 (existing companies) or the SPICe+ (INC-32) form (new companies).
A DIN is valid for the lifetime of the individual and is never re-issued. It remains active as long as the annual DIR-3 KYC is filed; failing which the DIN is marked "Deactivated" until KYC is completed.
Quick Facts
Is This Service Right for You?
Ideal for
- Individuals joining an existing company as a director
- Promoters incorporating a new company (DIN via SPICe+)
- Existing directors who need a DIN before their appointment
- Professionals nominated to a company board
- NRIs and foreign nationals being appointed as directors
- Anyone who must file director-related forms with the MCA
You may need this if
- You are being appointed as a director of an existing company
- You are incorporating a company and will be a proposed director
- A company wants to add you to its board via Form DIR-12
- You do not already hold a valid DIN
- You are a foreign national or NRI joining an Indian company board
- You need a DIN to sign or file forms as a director
Not sure if you need this?
Talk to an Expert →Why Is a DIN Required?
A DIN is the mandatory identity every company director must hold. Here is why it matters.
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Mandatory to Be a Director
No individual can be appointed as a director of a company without a valid DIN under Sections 153–154 of the Companies Act, 2013. It is a legal prerequisite for the role.
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Unique Lifetime Identity
A DIN uniquely identifies you as a director across every company you serve. One person holds a single DIN for life — no duplicates are permitted.
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Required to File MCA Forms
Director-related filings — appointment (DIR-12), resignation, KYC and other e-forms — all quote your DIN. Without it, these forms cannot be filed.
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Needed for Incorporation
Proposed directors of a new company obtain their DIN through the SPICe+ form during incorporation, for up to 3 first directors.
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Accountability & Transparency
The DIN links a director to the companies they are associated with on the MCA register, supporting corporate transparency and governance.
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Board Appointments
To join an existing company board, you must already hold a DIN before the company files your appointment — DIR-3 gets you ready.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Custom quote for your case
Fees depend on your business type and scope. Get a clear, itemised quote upfront — no hidden professional charges, government fee billed at actuals.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility checklist
- An individual (a DIN is allotted to a person, never to a company or firm)
- A valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the applicant
- Attestation of Form DIR-3 by a practising CA / CS / CMA, or a director of the company
- Self-attested identity proof (PAN for Indians; passport for foreign nationals)
- Self-attested address proof not older than the prescribed period
- A company willing to appoint you (DIR-3 requires the company to be identified)
Everything You Need. One Professional Team.
Consultation
Confirm whether you need a fresh DIN via DIR-3 or auto-allotment within SPICe+.
DSC Arrangement
Obtain or verify the applicant’s Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate.
Document Review
Check photo, identity and address proof for format and validity before filing.
Form DIR-3 Preparation
Draft and complete Form DIR-3 accurately with the correct particulars.
Professional Attestation
Arrange attestation by a practising CA/CS/CMA or a company director.
Portal Filing
File on the MCA21 portal and complete DSC affixation and payment.
DIN Delivery
Hand over your allotted 8-digit DIN on approval.
Next-Step Guidance
Explain DIR-12 appointment and the annual DIR-3 KYC obligation.
What You’ll Receive
What Documents Are Required for DIN Allotment?
Requirements depend on whether the applicant is an Indian resident or a foreign national, plus mandatory professional attestation of Form DIR-3. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online.
Indian Applicant
Resident individual- PAN card (mandatory identity proof)
- Aadhaar / voter ID / passport / driving licence
- Latest bank statement, electricity or mobile bill as address proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Digital Signature Certificate (Class-3)
Foreign National / NRI
Non-resident applicant- Passport (mandatory) — apostilled / notarised
- Address proof — apostilled / notarised as required
- Passport-size photograph
- Digital Signature Certificate (Class-3)
- Documents attested per country-of-residence rules
Attestation
Verification of DIR-3- Attestation by a practising CA, CS or CMA
- Or attestation by an existing director of the company
- Membership / certificate details of the attesting professional
- Board resolution / company details for DIR-3
DSC is mandatory
Form DIR-3 must be signed with a valid Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate of the applicant. We arrange this where you do not already hold one.
PAN for Indian applicants
For Indian nationals, PAN is the mandatory identity proof, and the details must match the PAN database exactly. A mismatch is the most common cause of rejection.
Foreign documents need attestation
Foreign nationals must submit a passport as identity proof, with documents apostilled or notarised per the applicant’s country of residence.
Professional attestation required
Form DIR-3 must be attested by a practising CA, CS or CMA, or by an existing director of the company the applicant will join.
Don’t have all the documents?
We’ll identify what your case needs →How to Get a DIN Allotted (Step by Step)
For a new company, DIN is applied within SPICe+; for an existing company, the entire application happens online through Form DIR-3 on the MCA21 V3 portal.
Consultation & route
Confirm whether you need Form DIR-3 (joining an existing company) or auto-allotment within SPICe+ (new company).
Arrange DSC
Obtain a Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate for the applicant if one is not already held.
Prepare Form DIR-3
Complete Form DIR-3 with the applicant’s particulars, photo, identity and address proof.
Professional attestation
A practising CA/CS/CMA or a director of the company attests the form and its documents.
File on MCA & pay fee
Affix the DSC, submit Form DIR-3 on the MCA21 portal and pay the applicable fee. An SRN is generated.
DIN allotted
On approval, the MCA allots your unique 8-digit DIN. You can then be appointed a director via Form DIR-12.
How Long Does DIN Allotment Take?
| Stage | Expected Time |
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| DSC arrangement + document collection | 1–2 working days |
| Form DIR-3 preparation, attestation & filing | 1–2 working days |
| MCA processing & DIN allotment | 1–3 working days |
For new companies, DIN is allotted along with the Certificate of Incorporation through SPICe+. For existing companies via DIR-3, timelines are subject to MCA processing; a query or resubmission pauses the clock until it is resolved.
Key Dates — At a Glance
| Frequency | What Is Due |
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| Annually | File DIR-3 KYC every year by 30 September · Verify the mobile & email linked to the DIN via OTP · Keep the DIN in "Approved" status to avoid deactivation |
| Event-Based | Update particulars via Form DIR-6 on any change · File appointment (DIR-12) once appointed a director · Intimate the DIN to every company you join |
| If Deactivated | File the pending DIR-3 KYC to reactivate the DIN · Pay the late fee prescribed for delayed KYC · Restore filing ability for director forms |
| Good Practice | Retain the DIN allotment and attestation records · Track the KYC due date each year · Use the same single DIN across all directorships |
Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.
Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue
Doing It Yourself
- Work out whether DIR-3 or SPICe+ applies to your case
- Obtain a Class-3 DSC and troubleshoot affixation errors
- Complete Form DIR-3 without particulars mismatching PAN
- Format photo, identity and address proof correctly
- Arrange valid professional attestation of the form
- Handle MCA queries and resubmissions
- Risk rejection, re-filing and delayed appointment
With TaxClue
- Expert confirms the correct route for your appointment
- DSC arranged and verified for you
- Form DIR-3 prepared to match PAN / passport records
- Documents checked for format and validity before filing
- Attestation by a practising professional arranged
- MCA queries answered by our team
- Higher first-time approval, faster board appointment
Skip the guesswork.
Let an expert handle it →Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application
TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.
What Compliance Applies After DIN Allotment?
Annually
- File DIR-3 KYC every year by 30 September
- Verify the mobile & email linked to the DIN via OTP
- Keep the DIN in "Approved" status to avoid deactivation
Event-Based
- Update particulars via Form DIR-6 on any change
- File appointment (DIR-12) once appointed a director
- Intimate the DIN to every company you join
If Deactivated
- File the pending DIR-3 KYC to reactivate the DIN
- Pay the late fee prescribed for delayed KYC
- Restore filing ability for director forms
Good Practice
- Retain the DIN allotment and attestation records
- Track the KYC due date each year
- Use the same single DIN across all directorships
Penalties & Consequences
What is at stake if you do not comply
- No individual can be appointed a director without a valid DIN under Sections 153–154
- DIN details not matching the PAN database are the top cause of DIR-3 rejection
- Missing the annual DIR-3 KYC deactivates the DIN and blocks all director filings
- A lapsed DIN attracts a ₹5,000 reactivation fee before it can be used again
Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2025: DIR-3 KYC of every director/DIN holder is due by 30 September each year; a lapsed DIN attracts a ₹5,000 reactivation fee.
- 2025: All director and KYC forms are now filed on the MCA V3 portal; the legacy V2 portal has been retired.
Why Businesses Choose TaxClue
CA / CS Team
Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries prepare and attest your DIR-3.
End-to-End
From DSC to DIN allotment — fully managed, with minimal effort from you.
Fast Turnaround
Committed timelines with proactive status updates at every stage.
100% Online
Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.
Transparent Fees
A fixed fee quoted upfront — ₹0 hidden professional charges.
Post-Service Support
Guidance on director appointment and the annual DIR-3 KYC.
Your Documents Deserve Professional Care
- Documents handled by professionals under confidentiality
- Access limited to the team working on your file
- Communication over secure digital channels
- Documents retained only as long as needed for compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DIN (Director Identification Number)?
Who needs a DIN?
How do I apply for a DIN?
What is the difference between Form DIR-3 and SPICe+ for DIN?
How many DINs can a person have?
What documents are required for DIN allotment?
Is a Digital Signature Certificate needed for a DIN?
Can NRIs or foreign nationals get a DIN?
How long is a DIN valid?
What is DIR-3 KYC and is it mandatory?
What happens after my DIN is allotted?
Can a DIN be surrendered or cancelled?
How do I surrender a DIN?
How long does it take to get a DIN allotted?
What is the fee for DIN allotment?
Can I get a DIN without joining a company?
What is the difference between a DIN and a DPIN?
Official Sources & Legal References
Every regulatory detail on this page — the sections, forms and process — is drawn from primary law and official government sources. Verify them directly:
- MCA — Ministry of Corporate AffairsOfficial portal to file Form DIR-3, SPICe+ and track your DIN application
- Companies Act, 2013 — Sections 153–154Application for allotment and allotment of a Director Identification Number · India Code
- MCA — Company & DIN formsForm DIR-3, DIR-6, DIR-3 KYC and SPICe+ (INC-32) downloads
- MCA — DIR-3 KYCAnnual KYC required to keep an allotted DIN active
Related Guides
DIN Application Guide (DIR-3)
Read guide ArticleHow to File DIR-3 KYC (Annual)
Read guide ArticleHow to Surrender a DIN (DIR-5)
Read guide ArticleFiling DIR-12 for Change in Directors
Read guide ArticleCompany with a Foreign Director
Read guide ArticleCompany Registration in India — Complete Guide
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