DIR-3 KYC Frequently Asked Questions Post Amendment — FY 2026–27
The updated DIR-3 KYC guidelines for Financial Year 2026–27 introduce a revised compliance framework for DIN holders. KYC is now required once every three financial years instead of annually. If a DIN holder has completed KYC in FY 2025–26, no filing is required again until FY 2028–29, with the due date being 30th June 2028. Similarly, individuals obtaining DIN in FY 2025–26 must file KYC only after completion of three financial years, i.e., by 30th June 2029. However, any change in personal details such as address, mobile number, or email ID must be updated within 30 days through DIR-3 KYC Web, irrespective of the cycle. DINs deactivated due to non-filing can be reactivated by filing DIR-3 KYC Web with a fee of ₹5,000. The DIR-6 form has been removed, and all updates must now be made through the MCA portal with OTP-based verification.
Key Rule at a Glance
- KYC is now required once every 3 financial years.
- Changes in address, mobile, or email must be updated within 30 days via DIR-3 KYC Web.
- Deactivated DINs can be reactivated by filing DIR-3 KYC Web with the prescribed fee.
- DIR-6 has been removed from the Act.
Questions & Answers
Q1. If a DIN holder filed DIR-3 KYC in FY 2025–26, is he required to file KYC again in FY 2026–27?
Answer: No. KYC is now required once every 3 financial years. If KYC is filed in FY 2025–26 (i.e., on or before 31st March 2026), the 3-year cycle covers FY 2026–27, FY 2027–28, and FY 2028–29.
- KYC will be due on or before 30th June 2028 i.e. (B/w 1st April, 2028 to 30th June, 2028).
Q2. If a person obtained DIN in FY 2025–26, is he required to file KYC in FY 2026–27?
Answer: No immediate requirement. If DIN is obtained on or before 31st March 2026, the 3 financial years will be completed on 31st March 2029.
- KYC due date: 30th June 2029 i.e. (B/w 1st April, 2029 to 30th June, 2029).
Q3. If details of a DIN holder change (address, mobile, email etc.), when is KYC required?
Answer: DIR-3 KYC Web must be filed within 30 days from the date of change of details. This is mandatory and applies irrespective of the 3-year cycle.
- Do not wait for the regular 3-year due date when your details change.
Q4. If a person did not file KYC earlier and DIN got deactivated, can he file KYC now?
Answer: If DIN is already deactivated due to non-filing of DIR 3 KYC and if such person file DIR 3 KYC in 2026-27 for reactivation of DIN. Then, next DIR 3 KYC date shall be FY 2029-30 i.e. April 2029 to June 2029.
- He can file DIR-3 KYC Web for reactivation with the prescribed fees i.e. Rs. 5,000/-.
Q5. If DIN was deactivated earlier and KYC is filed now in FY 2026–27, when will next KYC be required?
Answer: For example, if KYC is filed on 15th July 2026, the 3-year cycle covers FY 2027–28, FY 2028–29, and FY 2029–30.
- Next KYC due on or before 30th June 2029.
Q6. If KYC was filed in FY 2025–26 and later the address changes, how should it be updated?
Answer: You must not wait until 2029 for address changes.
- File DIR-3 KYC Web within 30 days of the change.
Q7. How can a DIN holder update their mobile number and email ID in MCA records?
Answer: Mobile number and email ID can be updated through DIR-3 KYC Web. OTP verification is required as part of the process.
- Update within 30 days of any change via DIR-3 KYC Web.
Note: All filings must be made through the MCA portal. OTP verification is mandatory for mobile and email updates. For further guidance, refer to the official MCA circulars and amendments.
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Author – CS Divesh Goyal, GOYAL DIVESH & ASSOCIATES Company Secretary in Practice from Delhi and can be contacted at csdiveshgoyal@gmail.com).
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