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Posted on 23 June 2026
Directors with an active DIN must file DIR-3 KYC by June 30 of the relevant year.
The penalty for not filing by June 30 is Rs 5,000 , this applies whether you file the form late or you need to reactivate a deactivated DIN.
Two things to note for 2026:
1. The filing frequency has changed. From March 31, 2026, DIR-3 KYC Web is now required once every three consecutive financial years instead of annually. If you have already filed it in one of the last two financial years (FY 2024-25 or FY 2023-24), you may not need to file again this year , check your status on the MCA portal.
2. The DIN deactivation consequence is significant. If your DIN gets marked inactive for non-KYC, you cannot sign any company filing (board resolutions, annual returns, ROC forms) until it is reactivated , which itself costs Rs 5,000.
Check your DIN status at mca.gov.in > MCA Services > Check DIN Status. If filing is due, use DIR-3 KYC Web form with your OTP-linked mobile and email.
This [DIR-3 KYC due date and compliance guide](https://taxgarden.in/blog/dir-3-kyc-due-date-2026-india) has the updated deadline, fee structure, and step-by-step filing instructions.