DIN-Director Identification Number Registration
The concept of a Director Identification Number (DIN) has been introduced for the first time with the insertion of Sections 266A to 266G of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2006. As such, all the existing and intending Directors have to obtain DIN within the prescribed time frame as notified.
Forms for DIN application and modification thereof:
- SPICe Form: Application for allotment of DINs to the proposed first Directors in respect of new companies shall be made in SPICe form only.
- DIR-3 Form: Any person intending to become a director in an existing company shall have to make an application in eForm DIR-3 for allotment of Director Identification Number Registration.
DIR-6 Form: Any changes in the particulars of the directors shall be filed in form DIR-6.
