KNAP Advisory

Appointment of Director

Bringing someone new onto your board? KNAP Advisory manages the approvals, DSC, DIN and DIR-12 filing so the appointment is valid and properly recorded with the MCA.

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Overview

Adding a director

A company may add a director to bring in expertise, meet a statutory requirement, or strengthen its leadership. The appointment must follow the Companies Act — usually board approval, shareholder regularisation where required, and a filing with the Registrar of Companies.

The proposed director needs a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and a Director Identification Number (DIN). KNAP Advisory arranges these, prepares the resolutions and files Form DIR-12 so the appointment is legally effective.

Benefits

Why do it right

Valid Appointment

Correct process makes the appointment legally effective.

Clean Records

Properly recorded on the MCA register.

Stronger Board

Add the skills and oversight your company needs.

Compliance Met

Meet minimum director and other statutory requirements.

No Penalties

Timely DIR-12 filing avoids late fees.

Hassle-Free

We handle DSC, DIN and paperwork end to end.

Requirements

What you’ll need

For the New Director

  • PAN and identity proof
  • Address proof
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  • DIN (or we help obtain one)

From the Company

  • Board resolution for appointment
  • Consent to act as director (DIR-2)
  • Shareholder approval, where required
  • Existing company details and records
Process

How KNAP handles it

1

DSC & DIN

We obtain the DSC and DIN for the new director if needed.

2

Approvals

We draft board and shareholder resolutions and consent.

3

File DIR-12

We file the appointment with the Registrar of Companies.

4

Update Records

We update your registers and confirm completion.

Why KNAP Advisory

Done correctly, the first time

End-to-End

From DSC and DIN to the final filing.

Compliant

Resolutions and forms aligned with the Companies Act.

Prompt

Filed within statutory timelines to avoid penalties.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How is a new director appointed? +

Through board and, where required, shareholder approval, followed by filing DIR-12. The director needs a DSC and DIN.

What is a DIN? +

A Director Identification Number is required for anyone to become a director. We help obtain it if needed.

Is shareholder approval always required? +

Appointments are usually approved by the board and regularised by shareholders, depending on the case. We advise accordingly.

Which form is filed? +

Form DIR-12 is filed with the Registrar within the prescribed time from the date of appointment.

How long does it take? +

Once approvals and documents are ready, filing is quick. A first-time director’s DSC and DIN may add a little time.

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