DIN Status Checker | Free Online DIN Lookup & KYC Status | Bizeneed

DIN (Director Identification Number) is a unique 8-digit identification number issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to individuals appointed as directors of companies incorporated in India under the Companies Act, 2013. It is mandatory for all directors and once allotted, it remains valid for a lifetime unless surrendered or deactivated.

You can check your DIN status using our free DIN Status Checker tool above. Simply enter your 5-8 digit DIN number or your name along with your father's/spouse name. For official verification, visit mca.gov.in and use the 'Director Information' search.

DIN can have three main statuses: Active (valid and up-to-date with KYC), Deactivated (usually due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC within the deadline), and Lapsed (expired without renewal/reactivation). Each status has a different reactivation process.

DIR-3 KYC is the annual Know Your Customer filing that every DIN holder must complete to keep their DIN active. It must be filed every year before 30th September. Failure to file on time results in DIN deactivation.

Yes, a single DIN can be used across multiple companies. One person can hold directorships in any number of companies using the same DIN. However, separate DINs cannot be issued to the same person for different companies.

To apply for a new DIN, you need a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), PAN card, Aadhaar card, passport-size photograph, and address proof. File Form DIR-3 on the MCA portal, pay INR 500 fee, and submit digitally. DIN is typically allotted within 3-5 working days.

If your DIN is deactivated due to non-filing of DIR-3 KYC, you can reactivate it by filing Form DIR-3 KYC with the prescribed fee. You cannot act as a director in any company until the DIN is reactivated. Our team can assist with the reactivation process.

A Deactivated DIN is one that was active but deactivated, usually due to non-filing of KYC before 30th September. It can be reactivated by filing DIR-3 KYC with a fee. A Lapsed DIN has passed its expiry date and may require a fresh DIR-3 application for reactivation.

Yes, DIN is mandatory for all types of directors including Managing Directors, Whole-Time Directors, Independent Directors, Additional Directors, and Nominee Directors of companies incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013.

Yes, you can surrender your DIN by filing Form DIR-5 on the MCA portal. This is typically done when a person no longer intends to act as a director in any company. The DIN is then deactivated and cannot be re-issued.

For DIR-3 KYC, you need your PAN card, Aadhaar card (for e-KYC), current residential address with proof, active email ID, and mobile number. The form must be filed annually before 30th September to keep the DIN active.

DIN reactivation after deactivation typically takes 5-7 working days. If the DIN has lapsed (expired), reactivation may take 15-20 working days. In some cases, a fresh DIR-3 application may be needed for lapsed DINs.

The government fee for new DIN application (DIR-3) is INR 500. The fee for DIR-3 KYC filing is INR 500. DIN reactivation fee is INR 1,000. These fees are payable on the MCA portal. Professional fees for assistance vary by service provider.

You can find all companies associated with your DIN by entering your DIN number on our free DIN Status Checker tool. It shows all companies where you hold a directorship, along with your role, appointment date, and company status. For official data, use the MCA Master Data portal.

No, a person can have only one DIN. MCA maintains a unique DIN for each individual based on their PAN. Having multiple DINs for the same person is not permitted under the Companies Act, 2013.

Once a DIN is allotted, it remains valid for a lifetime. However, it can be deactivated or lapsed if DIR-3 KYC is not filed annually. The DIN is tied to the individual's PAN and does not expire as long as KYC compliance is maintained.

No. This is a free informational tool with simulated data for demonstration purposes. For official, real-time DIN status verification, please visit the MCA portal at mca.gov.in and use the Director Information search service.

Bizeneed offers end-to-end DIN compliance services including new DIN application (DIR-3), annual DIR-3 KYC filing, DIN reactivation, and multi-director compliance management. Our CA-supervised team ensures zero compliance gaps with proactive reminders.