MCA Eases DIR-3 KYC Compliance for Directors: Key Changes Effective 31st March 2026

Last updated: 31 March 2026


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The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is easing compliance for company directors by changing the DIR-3 KYC filing requirements. From March 31, 2026, directors will only need to file their KYC details once every three years, instead of annually. Any changes to a director's mobile number, email, or address must be reported within 30 days. A single, unified DIR-3 KYC Web form will replace previous versions, streamlining the process.

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced key amendments to the Director KYC framework under the Companies Act, aiming to simplify regulatory requirements and reduce the compliance burden on company directors. The changes, notified vide G.S.R. 943(E) dated December 31, 2025, will come
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The amendments to the Director KYC framework will come into effect from March 31, 2026.

Directors holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) as of March 31 of a financial year will now be required to file Form DIR-3 KYC Web once every three consecutive financial years.

Any changes to a director's mobile number, email ID, or residential address must be updated within 30 days by filing Form DIR-3 KYC Web.

Yes, the MCA has introduced a single, unified Form DIR-3 KYC Web, which replaces the previous Form DIR-3 KYC and DIR-3 KYC Web.

For directors who have already filed DIR-3 KYC for FY 2025-26 and have no changes in their details, the next filing will be due between April 2028 and June 2028.




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