DIR-3 KYC in Rayagada

Local jurisdiction

Registrar (RoC)

RoC Cuttack — 2nd Floor, Chalachitra Bhawan, OFDC, Buxi Bazaar, Cuttack – 753001

Jurisdictional HC

Orissa High Court

GSTIN prefix

21 (Odisha)

Professional Tax

Odisha levies Professional Tax (max ₹2,500/year). Applicable to companies employing salaried staff.

Business hubs

Alumina & Ferro-alloys, Tribal Agri, Forest Produce

Rayagada is a southern Odisha alumina, ferro-alloys, and tribal-agri district.

Also in: Koraput Berhampur

DIR-3 KYC is the annual KYC every individual holding a DIN (Director Identification Number) or DPIN (Designated Partner Identification Number) must file with the MCA under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. It must be completed every year by 30 September. There are two modes: file the eForm DIR-3 KYC the first time or whenever your details change, and use DIR-3 KYC-WEB (a simple OTP verification) in later years if nothing has changed. Miss the deadline and your DIN is deactivated — reactivating it costs a ₹5,000 fee.

30 Sep

Annual deadlineDIR-3 KYC is due every financial year by 30 September for every DIN/DPIN allotted on or before 31 March of that year.

Understand It

What Is DIR-3 KYC?

A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.

In simple terms

DIR-3 KYC is a yearly identity verification that everyone holding a DIN or DPIN must complete with the MCA so their number stays active.

Legally

Under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, every individual who has been allotted a DIN as on 31 March of a financial year must submit their KYC to the Central Government on or before 30 September of the immediately following financial year.

Governing authority

Administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through the MCA21 V3 portal, via eForm DIR-3 KYC or the DIR-3 KYC-WEB web service.

Validity

DIR-3 KYC is an annual obligation — completing it keeps the DIN in "Approved" status for that year. It must be repeated every financial year.

Service Intelligence

Quick Facts

Professional Fee

Custom quote

Due Date

30 September (annual)

Governing Rule

Rule 12A, 2014

Mode

100% Online

Authority

MCA

Forms

DIR-3 KYC / KYC-WEB

Late Fee

₹5,000 to reactivate

Applies To

Every DIN / DPIN holder

Legal & Regulatory Framework

Act

Companies Act, 2013

Rule

Rule 12A, 2014

Forms

DIR-3 KYC / KYC-WEB

Authority

MCA

Portal

mca.gov.in

Last Reviewed

17 Aug 2026

Before You Start

Is This Service Right for You?

Ideal for

Directors of Private Limited, Public and One Person Companies
Designated partners of LLPs holding a DPIN
Anyone allotted a DIN — even if not currently on a board
Directors whose email or mobile number has changed this year
First-time filers who have never done DIR-3 KYC before
Directors whose DIN has been deactivated for non-filing

You may need this if

You hold a DIN or DPIN allotted on or before 31 March
You have not filed your DIR-3 KYC for the current year
Your registered email or mobile has changed since last KYC
You are filing DIR-3 KYC for the very first time
Your DIN shows as "Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC"
You want your DIN active for future ROC filings and appointments

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Why It Matters

Why Is DIR-3 KYC Required?

DIR-3 KYC keeps the MCA's register of directors current and your DIN active. Here is why it matters.

01

It Is Mandatory

Rule 12A makes annual KYC compulsory for every DIN/DPIN holder — there is no turnover or activity exemption. Filing on time keeps you compliant.
02

Keeps Your DIN Active

A DIN that is not KYC-verified by 30 September is marked "Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC" and cannot be used until reactivated.
03

Avoid the ₹5,000 Fee

Filing after the deadline attracts a late fee of ₹5,000 to reactivate the DIN. Timely KYC keeps the cost at nil.
04

Enables ROC Filings

A deactivated DIN blocks you from signing company filings, being appointed as a director, or acting on any board until it is reactivated.
05

Clean Compliance Record

Consistent, on-time KYC keeps your director profile and the company's compliance history clean for banks, investors and due diligence.
06

Verified Contact Details

KYC confirms your current mobile and email with the MCA via OTP, so official communications and future filings reach you correctly.

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Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

Directors of companies (Pvt Ltd, Public, OPC)

Designated partners of LLPs (DPIN holders)

Anyone allotted a DIN as on 31 March

NRI & foreign directors holding a DIN

Directors not currently on any board but holding a DIN

Directors whose DIN was deactivated for non-filing

Eligibility checklist

A DIN or DPIN allotted on or before 31 March of the relevant financial year
A personal mobile number and email — both verified afresh by OTP each year
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the DIN holder for the eForm route
Self-attested PAN, Aadhaar and address proof for the eForm DIR-3 KYC
For KYC-WEB: no change in previously filed particulars, only OTP re-verification
The eForm certified by a practising CA / CS / CMA where required

End-to-End

Everything You Need. One Professional Team.

01

DIN Status Check

Verify your DIN status and whether you need the eForm or the simpler KYC-WEB route.

02

Route Selection

Confirm eForm DIR-3 KYC (first time / details changed) vs DIR-3 KYC-WEB (unchanged details).

03

Document Collection

Collect PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and photograph securely over WhatsApp / email.

04

Form Preparation

Prepare the eForm with correct particulars and attach self-attested documents.

05

OTP Verification

Complete the mandatory mobile and email OTP verification with the MCA.

06

DSC & Certification

Affix your DSC and get the form certified by a practising professional where required.

07

MCA Filing

File on the MCA21 V3 portal and confirm the DIN moves to "Approved" status.

08

Confirmation & Record

Share the filed acknowledgement and update you when the DIN is active.

No Ambiguity

What You’ll Receive

Confirmation of your correct KYC route (eForm or KYC-WEB)

Prepared & certified DIR-3 KYC eForm (where applicable)

Completed mobile & email OTP verification

MCA filing acknowledgement / SRN

DIN status confirmed as "Approved"

Verified mobile & email on record with the MCA

Copy of documents filed for your records

Reminder note for next year's 30 September deadline

Checklist

What Documents Are Required for DIR-3 KYC?

The eForm DIR-3 KYC needs self-attested identity and address proof plus a DSC. DIR-3 KYC-WEB needs only OTP re-verification when nothing has changed. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online.

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Identity & PAN

Of the DIN / DPIN holder

4 documents

Self-attested PAN card
Self-attested Aadhaar card
Passport-size photograph
Passport is mandatory for foreign nationals / NRIs

DSC mandatory for the eForm

The eForm DIR-3 KYC must be signed with the DIN holder's Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate and certified by a practising CA / CS / CMA. DIR-3 KYC-WEB does not require a DSC.

eForm vs KYC-WEB

Use the eForm if you are filing for the first time or your email / mobile has changed. Use DIR-3 KYC-WEB — a simple OTP verification — in later years when your particulars are unchanged.

Personal mobile & email

A personal, unique mobile number and email are required and are verified by OTP every year. They cannot be shared with another director's KYC.

Foreign directors

NRIs and foreign nationals must provide a passport and foreign address proof; documents may need to be apostilled or notarised as applicable.

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Step by Step

How DIR-3 KYC Is Filed (Step by Step)

The entire KYC happens online through the MCA21 V3 portal.

01

Check DIN status & route

We confirm your DIN is allotted, check its status, and decide between the eForm and DIR-3 KYC-WEB.

02

Collect documents

For a first-time or changed-details filing, we collect self-attested PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and photograph.

03

Prepare the form

We fill the eForm DIR-3 KYC (or open KYC-WEB) with your correct particulars and current contact details.

04

OTP verification

You complete the mandatory mobile and email OTP verification with the MCA to authenticate the KYC.

05

DSC, certify & file

For the eForm, you affix your DSC, a practising professional certifies it, and we file on MCA21 V3.

06

DIN approved

On successful filing the DIN status shows "Approved" and we share the acknowledgement / SRN.

How Long It Takes

When Is DIR-3 KYC Due?

Stage	Expected Time
Annual due date — every DIN/DPIN holder	On or before 30 September
DIR-3 KYC-WEB (unchanged details) — OTP verification	Same day, once OTP is done
eForm DIR-3 KYC (first time / details changed)	Same day, after documents & DSC ready
Late filing / reactivation of a deactivated DIN	Anytime, with ₹5,000 fee

DIR-3 KYC applies to every DIN allotted on or before 31 March and must be filed by 30 September of the following financial year. Missing the deadline deactivates the DIN; it can be reactivated later by filing the KYC with a ₹5,000 fee.

Compliance Calendar

Key Dates — At a Glance

Frequency	What Is Due
Annually by 30 Sep	File DIR-3 KYC (eForm) or DIR-3 KYC-WEB · Re-verify mobile & email by OTP · Confirm DIN status is "Approved"
On Any Change	File the eForm DIR-3 KYC when email / mobile changes · Update address or personal particulars · Re-certify with DSC where required
If DIN Deactivated	File DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 reactivation fee · Restore DIN before signing any ROC filing · Regularise before new appointments
Related Director Filings	Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A) · DIN allotment / reactivation as needed · Changes in directors filed with the ROC

Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.

Why Outsource

Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue

Doing It Yourself

Work out whether you need the eForm or DIR-3 KYC-WEB
Arrange a valid DSC and get the form certified by a professional
Enter particulars exactly as per PAN / Aadhaar records
Complete mobile and email OTP verification correctly
Track the filing and fix any resubmission errors
Risk missing 30 September and DIN deactivation
Pay the ₹5,000 reactivation fee if the DIN lapses

With TaxClue

Expert confirms the correct route for your case
DSC and professional certification arranged for you
Particulars checked against your PAN / Aadhaar
OTP verification guided step by step
Filing tracked to "Approved" status
Filed well before the 30 September deadline
Deactivated DINs reactivated correctly

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Avoid Delays

Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application

Missing the 30 September deadline and deactivating the DIN

Assuming KYC-WEB is enough when email / mobile has changed

Using a shared or office email / mobile instead of a personal one

Details not matching PAN or Aadhaar records

Filing the eForm without the required professional certification

Forgetting that a DIN needs KYC even if you are not currently a director

Blurred or incorrectly self-attested document scans

Ignoring a "Deactivated due to non-filing" DIN status

TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.

Stay Compliant

What Compliance Applies Around DIR-3 KYC?

Annually by 30 Sep

File DIR-3 KYC (eForm) or DIR-3 KYC-WEB
Re-verify mobile & email by OTP
Confirm DIN status is "Approved"

On Any Change

File the eForm DIR-3 KYC when email / mobile changes
Update address or personal particulars
Re-certify with DSC where required

If DIN Deactivated

File DIR-3 KYC with the ₹5,000 reactivation fee
Restore DIN before signing any ROC filing
Regularise before new appointments

Related Director Filings

Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A)
DIN allotment / reactivation as needed
Changes in directors filed with the ROC

Risk Assessment

Penalties & Consequences

What is at stake if you do not comply

Missing the 30 September deadline deactivates the DIN and needs a ₹5,000 fee to reactivate
A deactivated DIN blocks the director from signing any company ROC filing
Assuming KYC-WEB is enough when email or mobile has changed causes rejection
A DIN needs KYC every year even if you are not currently a director

Latest Updates

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.

The Difference

Why Businesses Choose TaxClue

01

CA / CS Team

Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries certify and file your KYC.

02

End-to-End

From route selection to "Approved" DIN — fully managed, minimal effort from you.

03

Deadline Tracking

We keep track of the 30 September due date so your DIN never lapses.

04

100% Online

Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.

05

Transparent Fees

A clear fee quoted upfront — no surprise professional charges.

06

Post-Service Support

Guidance on next year's KYC and related director compliance.

Data Care

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

Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has to file DIR-3 KYC?

Every individual who has been allotted a DIN (Director Identification Number) or DPIN (Designated Partner Identification Number) as on 31 March of a financial year must file DIR-3 KYC. This applies even if you are not currently a director on any board or a partner in any LLP — as long as you hold the DIN/DPIN, the annual KYC is mandatory.

What is the due date for DIR-3 KYC?

DIR-3 KYC must be filed on or before 30 September of the financial year immediately following the year in which the DIN was allotted (or in which it remains active). It is an annual obligation that repeats every year.

What is the difference between DIR-3 KYC and DIR-3 KYC-WEB?

The eForm DIR-3 KYC is filed when you are completing your KYC for the first time, or whenever your details — such as email or mobile number — have changed; it needs documents, a DSC and professional certification. DIR-3 KYC-WEB is a simpler web-based service used in subsequent years when none of your previously filed particulars have changed — you only re-verify your mobile and email by OTP.

What happens if I miss the DIR-3 KYC deadline?

If you do not file by 30 September, the MCA marks your DIN as "Deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC". A deactivated DIN cannot be used to sign filings or be appointed as a director. To reactivate it you must file the DIR-3 KYC along with a late fee of ₹5,000.

How much is the fee for DIR-3 KYC?

When filed on or before the 30 September due date there is no government filing fee for DIR-3 KYC. If the DIN has been deactivated for non-filing, reactivation requires filing the KYC with a fee of ₹5,000. Our professional fee for managing the filing is quoted separately and transparently.

I hold a DIN but am not currently a director. Do I still need to file?

Yes. The KYC requirement is linked to holding a DIN, not to being on a board. If a DIN has been allotted to you and is not surrendered, you must complete DIR-3 KYC every year to keep it active.

Do I need a Digital Signature Certificate for DIR-3 KYC?

A Class-3 DSC of the DIN holder is required for the eForm DIR-3 KYC, which must also be certified by a practising CA, CS or CMA. The DIR-3 KYC-WEB route does not require a DSC — it is completed through OTP verification of your registered mobile and email.

Can NRIs and foreign directors file DIR-3 KYC?

Yes. NRIs and foreign nationals holding a DIN must also complete the annual KYC. They provide a passport and foreign address proof, which may need to be apostilled or notarised, and a personal mobile and email for OTP verification.

My email and mobile have changed. Which form do I use?

When any previously filed particulars have changed — including your email or mobile number — you must file the eForm DIR-3 KYC (not KYC-WEB) so the updated details are captured and verified.

Does DPIN for LLP partners also need KYC?

Yes. The DIN and DPIN are now unified, so a designated partner of an LLP holding a DPIN must complete DIR-3 KYC every year in the same way as a company director.

How do I know if my DIR-3 KYC has been done?

After successful filing, the DIN status on the MCA portal shows as "Approved". You also receive an acknowledgement / SRN. We confirm your DIN status once the KYC is filed and share the record with you.

Can a deactivated DIN be reactivated?

Yes. A DIN deactivated for non-filing of DIR-3 KYC can be reactivated at any time by filing the pending DIR-3 KYC along with the ₹5,000 fee. Once processed, the DIN returns to "Approved" status and can be used again.

What is the due date for DIR-3 KYC and what is the late fee?

DIR-3 KYC must be filed by 30 September each year. There is no government fee when filed on time, but missing the deadline deactivates the DIN, and reactivation requires filing the KYC with a late fee of ₹5,000. The reactivation fee is per DIN and applies regardless of how long the DIN was deactivated.

What documents are required for DIR-3 KYC?

For the eForm DIR-3 KYC you generally need PAN, Aadhaar, a personal mobile number and email for OTP verification, proof of address, and a passport (mandatory for foreign nationals and NRIs). The form is signed with the DIN holder’s Class-3 DSC and certified by a practising CA, CS or CMA. The KYC-WEB route needs only OTP verification.

What is the difference between DIR-3 KYC and annual company ROC filing?

DIR-3 KYC is a KYC obligation tied to an individual holding a DIN/DPIN, filed by 30 September to keep the DIN active. Company annual ROC filing (AOC-4 and MGT-7) is an entity-level obligation tied to the company’s financial statements and annual return. A director must complete both — the personal KYC and, through the company, the annual filings.

What happens to company filings if a director’s DIN is deactivated?

A deactivated DIN cannot be used to sign any MCA form, so it can block the company’s AOC-4, MGT-7 and other filings that require that director’s signature. This can push the company into late-filing penalties of ₹100 per day per form, so keeping every director’s DIR-3 KYC current protects the whole company’s compliance.

Do I need to file DIR-3 KYC every year or only once?

It is an annual obligation. Every DIN/DPIN holder must complete it each financial year by 30 September for as long as the DIN is active and not surrendered. First-time filers and those whose details changed use the eForm; those with no change can use the simpler KYC-WEB service in later years.

Who is exempt from filing DIR-3 KYC?

There is effectively no exemption for an active DIN holder — even directors who are not currently on any board, and DPIN holders who are LLP designated partners, must file. Only surrendering the DIN removes the obligation. If the DIN remains allotted, the annual KYC is mandatory.

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