DIN Number Application

DIN Application – Director Identification Number

A Director Identification Number (DIN) is a unique 8-digit number allotted by MCA to every proposed director of an Indian company. A DIN is mandatory before any director can be appointed and cannot be shared. FinLegit applies for your DIN at Rs 1,000.

When Do You Need a DIN?

• Being appointed as a new director in any company
• Directors who do not already hold a DIN from prior appointments
• Foreign nationals being appointed as directors in Indian companies

Documents Required

• PAN card (Indian nationals) or Passport (foreign nationals)
• Aadhaar card or address proof
• Passport-size photograph
• Self-attested declaration

Process

1. Application submitted via MCA SPICe+ integrated filing or standalone DIR-3
2. Supporting documents uploaded with digital signature
3. DIN allotted by CPC (Central Processing Centre) on approval

FAQ

Can one person hold two DINs? No. Each individual can hold only one DIN. Holding multiple DINs is an offence punishable under the Companies Act 2013.

What is the validity of a DIN? A DIN is valid for a lifetime but must be kept active via annual DIN KYC (DIR-3 KYC) filing every year.