MCA Notifies Revised Fees for DIR-3 KYC Web Filing

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced significant changes to the fee structure for Form DIR-3 KYC Web through Notification G.S.R. 300(E) dated 21 April 2026, amending the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014. This update, effective from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, aims to encourage timely compliance while imposing structured fees for delays and updates.

Key Changes in Fee Structure

The amendment specifies fees under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, as follows:

• Nil fee for filings completed within the prescribed timeline, such as by 30 June of the relevant financial year.

• Rs 5,000 for delayed filings or those for reactivation of a deactivated Director Identification Number (DIN).

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• Rs 500 per filing for any subsequent DIR-3 KYC Web submission to update changes in personal details like mobile number, email, or residential address.

These revisions build on recent shifts in DIR-3 KYC requirements, now aligned with a triennial cycle effective from 31 March 2026, reducing the frequency of mandatory KYC filings for compliant directors.

Implications for Directors and Companies

Timely filing ensures zero cost and keeps DIN active, avoiding disruptions in corporate appointments or filings. Directors must monitor due dates closely, as delays now carry a substantial Rs 5,000 penalty, promoting accuracy in MCA records. For updates under Rule 12A(2), the nominal Rs 500 fee applies each time, making proactive maintenance affordable yet incentivizing completeness at initial submission.

This structured approach strengthens governance under the Companies Act, 2013, by deterring non-compliance while supporting ease of doing business.

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