MCA Revises DIR-3 KYC Fees | ₹500 for DIN Updates

The Central Government has issued the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Amendment Rules, 2026, revising the fee structure for filing Form DIR-3 KYC Web under Rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014.

1. Substitution of Fee Schedule

• The amendment substitutes Item VII of the Annexure to the 2014 Rules
• It prescribes a revised fee framework for DIR-3 KYC Web filings

2. Revised Fee Structure

2.1 Filing Within Prescribed Timeline

• No fee payable
• Applicable when DIR-3 KYC Web is filed within the due date under Rule 12A(1)

2.2 Delayed Filing/DIN Reactivation

• Fee – ₹5,000
• Applicable when:

1. 1. Filing is made after the prescribed timeline, or
   2. For re-activation of DIN

2.3 Filing for Changes (Sub-rule 2)

• Fee – ₹500 per filing
• Applicable when Form is filed again for updating or modifying details under Rule 12A(2)

3. Objective of the Amendment

The revised structure aims to:

• Encourage timely compliance by directors
• Rationalise penalty for delayed filings
• Provide clarity on fees for updates and modifications

4. Conclusion

The amendment introduces a clear and structured fee regime, incentivising timely DIR-3 KYC compliance while prescribing defined charges for delays and subsequent updates.