01 March 2013
Dear Sir, One of my client applied for DIN, but, MCA not accepting the form, the error is that you had already taken DIN by the provided information.
Now I want to know that how to find the DIN number, as, I am not having the DIN and want to incorporate the company.
28 July 2024
To find the Director Identification Number (DIN) of a director who has already applied for it but is encountering issues with the MCA system, follow these steps:
### **1. **Check the DIN Status on MCA Portal
1. **Visit MCA Portal:** - Go to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) website: [MCA21 Portal](http://www.mca.gov.in/).
2. **Login or Register:** - Log in using your credentials. If you don’t have an account, you will need to register for one.
3. **Navigate to the DIN Section:** - After logging in, go to the **"Services"** tab on the main menu. - Under **"Company Services"**, select **"DIN Services"**.
4. **DIN Search:** - Click on **"DIN Search"** or **"Check DIN"**. This option allows you to check if a DIN has already been issued.
5. **Enter Details:** - Enter the name, date of birth, or any other details if available. The system may prompt you to enter an OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email.
6. **View Results:** - The search results will show the DIN number if it exists. You can verify it against your records.
### **2. **Check DIN Status Through Director's Profile
1. **Access Director's Profile:** - On the MCA portal, go to **"MCA Services"** > **"Director KYC Services"** > **"Director’s Profile"**.
2. **Provide Details:** - Enter the name and date of birth of the director to search for their profile.
3. **View Profile:** - If the DIN is registered, it will be displayed along with other details.
### **3. **Contact MCA Helpdesk
If you are unable to find the DIN number using the above methods, consider contacting the MCA helpdesk for assistance:
1. **Visit MCA Helpdesk:** - Go to the **"Help"** section on the MCA portal or visit the [MCA Helpdesk page](http://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/contacts.html).
2. **Submit a Query:** - Submit a query detailing the issue and include any relevant information about the application.
3. **Follow Up:** - The helpdesk team should provide guidance on how to proceed.
### **4. **Check Old Communication
1. **Check Emails:** - Look for any emails from the MCA regarding DIN issuance. They typically send a confirmation email when the DIN is issued.
2. **Review Previous Documents:** - Check old documents or correspondence with MCA where the DIN may have been mentioned.
### **5. **Use the DIN Utility
1. **Download DIN Utility:** - If available, download and use the DIN utility provided by MCA for checking or validating DINs.
2. **Install and Use:** - Follow the instructions provided with the utility to check the DIN status.
### **Additional Tips**
- **Correct Details:** Ensure that the details entered for the search are accurate and match the records as closely as possible. - **Multiple Attempts:** Sometimes, multiple attempts with slight variations in details may yield results. - **Professional Assistance:** If the issue persists, seek assistance from a professional such as a company secretary or a legal advisor experienced with MCA services.
By following these steps, you should be able to locate the DIN number or resolve the issue preventing the DIN registration.