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Director KYC (DIR-3): Annual Compliance Every Director Must File
File DIR-3 KYC by 30 September or your DIN gets deactivated—and ROC filings stop cold.
May 12, 2025
What you'll take away
- Every director with DIN must file DIR-3 KYC annually.
- Uses Aadhaar-verified mobile and email on MCA.
- Deactivated DIN blocks signing SPICe+, MGT-7, and bank KYC updates.
- Pelago sends reminders and files for your board.
Who must file
All directors on active companies—even if not signing day-to-day filings.
New directors complete KYC after DIN allotment; existing ones annually by 30 Sep.
How to file
- Login MCA with director credentials.
- Verify OTP on Aadhaar-linked mobile/email.
- Confirm address and DIN details.
- Pay nominal fees if applicable for late cases.
If DIN is deactivated
File DIR-3 KYC in compliance mode, pay additional fees, wait for reactivation before any ROC submission.
Founder tip: Calendar DIR-3 with AGM prep—not the week investors need a signing.
Pelago compliance calendar
Bundled with annual ROC retainer: DIR-3, DPT-3, MGT-7, AOC-4 reminders on WhatsApp.