ICSI | Request for extension of time limit for filing of DIR-3 KYC



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The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has formally requested the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to extend the deadline for filing DIR-3 KYC by 30 days. This request comes as professionals are encountering technical difficulties, particularly with receiving One-Time Passwords (OTPs) for non-resident and foreign directors, which are essential for submitting the e-form.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has written a representation letter to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs requesting the concerned authorities to extend thetime limit for filing of DIR-3 KYC for a period of 30 days. Read the official representation letter below: MCA 2021 September 2
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FAQ :

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has requested the extension.

The request has been made to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

ICSI is requesting an extension of 30 days for the filing deadline.

Professionals are facing technical issues, specifically with receiving OTPs required for filing the DIR-3 KYC e-form.

The OTPs are not consistently being transmitted to the registered mobile numbers of non-resident and foreign directors, and sometimes not to email IDs either.

The current deadline for filing DIR-3 KYC is 30th September of the immediate next financial year, as per Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2018.




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