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Director Appointment / Removal

Add or remove directors with MCA filing (Form DIR-12) within 30 days

Timeline: 5–7 working daysValidity: Permanent — effective from date of MCA filing; updated in subsequent annual return
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What is Director Appointment / Removal?

Appoint a new director (investor nominee, independent director, or co-founder) or remove an existing one. We draft board resolutions, obtain DIN if needed, and file Form DIR-12 with MCA within the statutory 30-day window.

A Director Identification Number (DIN) is mandatory for every director. Form DIR-12 must be filed with MCA within 30 days of the board resolution appointing the new director.

Who Needs Director Appointment / Removal?

Companies adding investor nominees to the board, startups bringing on independent directors, companies where a director is retiring or resigning, and founders restructuring their board composition.

What's Included

  • Board resolution and consent letter (Form DIR-2) drafting
  • DIN application via DIR-3 (if new director has no DIN)
  • Form DIR-12 filing with MCA within 30 days
  • MCA master data update verification
  • Shareholder resolution (for permanent appointment at AGM)
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