DIN KYC: Once in 3 Years Instead of Every Year

MCA Notifies Big Relief in DIN KYC - Once in 3 Years Instead of Every Year!

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) issued an important notification on 31 December 2025, amending Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, bringing significant relief to directors.

New rules will apply from 31 March 2026 onwards

What Was the Rule Earlier?

Under the old system:

• DIN KYC was required every year
• Applicable to all directors holding DIN as on 31 March
• Due date: 30 September every year
• Penalty: Rs 5,000 for late filing
• DIN deactivated if KYC is not filed on time

What Has Changed Now?

As per the newly substituted Rule 12A:

DIN KYC is now required only once in every three consecutive financial years.

New Rule in Simple Words

• If you hold a DIN as on 31 March of any financial year,
• You need to file DIR-3 KYC Web
• On or before 30 June
• Of the immediately following third consecutive financial year

Key Highlights at a Glance

How to Check Your Next DIN KYC Due Date?

The last KYC filing year becomes the base year.

Example 1: KYC Already Done

• DIN KYC filed for FY 2024-25
• DIN held as on 31 March 2025
• Next KYC due after 3 financial years

Next Due Date: 30 June 2028 (after FY 2027-28)

Example 2: DIN Allotted After April 2025

• DIN allotted on 15 April 2025
• No requirement to file KYC for FY 2024-25
• DIN held as on 31 March 2026

First KYC Due: On or before 30 June 2029 (after completion of three financial years)

Example 3: Change in Mobile / Email / Address

Important Exception

Even though KYC is once in 3 years:

• Any change in mobile number, email ID or residential address
• Must be updated in DIR-3 KYC Web
• Within 30 days of the change
• Along with applicable fees (fees yet to be notified)

Who Should Be Extra Careful?

• Directors holding multiple DINs
• Directors not actively associated with companies
• Senior citizens / foreign directors(As DIN deactivation can still impact future appointments)

Why This Change Is Director-Friendly

• Reduces annual compliance burden
• Aligns KYC with practical usage
• Less risk of accidental penalties
• More time for professionals and directors

Final Takeaway

This amendment is a welcome and long-awaited relief for directors. However, tracking the last KYC year is now critical, as the compliance cycle shifts from annual to triennial.

Click here to check the official copy of the notification

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