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DIN Restoration after MCA Disqualification

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Service: End-to-end DIN restoration through the NCLT appeal and reactivation process.

Fees: DIN restoration starting from INR 19,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).

Route: NCLT appeal under Section 252, then INC-28 and DIR-3 KYC reactivation.

Pairs with: Struck-off company restoration, often as one combined engagement.

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DIN Restoration: Overview and Quick Summary

📌 TL;DR - DIN Restoration Services at a Glance

DIN restoration is the process of reactivating a director’s deactivated Director Identification Number after disqualification by the MCA. Where the company was struck off, restoration runs through an NCLT appeal under Section 252, followed by filing INC-28 with the ROC, removal of the disqualification flag, and DIR-3 KYC to bring the DIN back to active status.

Parameter	Detail
Primary Route	NCLT appeal under Section 252, Companies Act, 2013
Applies When	DIN deactivated on disqualification, usually after strike-off
Key Steps	NCLT order, INC-28, CRF ticket, DIR-3 KYC reactivation
Cost	Patron fee from INR 19,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) plus statutory costs
Timeline	INC-28 about 15 to 30 working days; full revival about 2 to 6 months
Pre-condition	Not a director of any other company still struck off
Authority	NCLT, Registrar of Companies (ROC), MCA

DIN restoration services from Patron Accounting cover the NCLT petition, post-order ROC filings and the DIR-3 KYC reactivation that finally restores your DIN. Because it usually goes hand in hand with reviving the struck-off company, we run both as one engagement, and where the company itself needs reviving we use our struck-off company restoration service. Our team has supported 10,000+ businesses since 2009.

The final reactivation step is the annual Director KYC, and if you have received a related ROC notice on the strike-off or default we handle that alongside the restoration.

What Is DIN Restoration?

DIN restoration is the process of reactivating a Director Identification Number that the MCA deactivated after the director was disqualified. When the disqualification followed the company being struck off, the DIN cannot be reactivated until the company is revived through the NCLT.

The restoration is therefore a sequence: an NCLT appeal under Section 252 to revive the company, the filing of INC-28 with the Registrar, removal of the disqualification flag, and finally DIR-3 KYC to make the DIN active and usable again for filings.

Key Terms for DIN Restoration:

DIN Reactivation: Bringing a deactivated DIN back to active or approved status so the director can file again.
Section 252 Appeal: The NCLT appeal to restore a struck-off company, which underpins DIN restoration.
INC-28: The form filed with the ROC to record the NCLT order, on the MCA V3 portal.
CRF: The Change Request Form ticket the ROC raises on MCA21 to reactivate the DIN after the order.
DIR-3 KYC: The final KYC filing that moves the DIN status to approved and fully operational.

NCLT Route Section 252

When Is DIN Restoration Needed?

DIN restoration is needed when a director’s DIN has been deactivated following disqualification, most often where the company was struck off for non-filing. The path depends on the company’s status.

Company struck off: The company must be revived through an NCLT appeal under Section 252 before the DIN can be restored.
Company still active: Pending returns are cleared and the DIN is reactivated through DIR-3 KYC once the default is regularised.
Pre-condition: The director must not remain on the board of any other company that is still struck off under Section 248(1).
Limitation: An NCLT restoration appeal can be filed up to 20 years from strike-off, but a company that voluntarily struck off through STK-2 cannot be revived.

For the legal grounds and removal of the disqualification itself, see our DIN disqualification removal under Section 164 service.

Our DIN Restoration Services

Service	What We Do
Status and Eligibility Review	We check the company and DIN status on the MCA portal, confirm the strike-off basis and the limitation position, and design the restoration path.
NCLT Petition under Section 252	We prepare and file the Section 252 appeal to revive the struck-off company, with the documents the Tribunal expects.
Pending Returns and Dues	We file the overdue AOC-4 and MGT-7 returns and clear statutory dues as directed in the order.
INC-28 Filing	We file INC-28 with the ROC within 30 days of the NCLT order on the MCA V3 portal to record the restoration.
DIN Reactivation and DIR-3 KYC	We follow the CRF ticket through the ROC and complete DIR-3 KYC so the DIN returns to active status.
Combined Company Restoration	We run DIN restoration together with the company revival as one engagement, since the two depend on each other.

Our Process

DIN Restoration Process: Step by Step

How Patron runs the restoration, from reviewing the status to the NCLT order, INC-28, the CRF and the DIR-3 KYC that reactivates the DIN.

Step 1

Review Status

Confirm the DIN is deactivated on disqualification and whether the company is struck off or active.

DIN status Company status

Review 01

Step 2

File the NCLT Appeal

Where struck off, file the Section 252 petition to revive the company, with supporting evidence of operations.

Section 252 Evidence

NCLT 02

Step 3

Obtain the NCLT Order

Secure the Tribunal order directing restoration and any pending filings or costs.

Tribunal order Restoration

Order 03

Step 4

File INC-28

File INC-28 with the ROC within 30 days of the order on the MCA V3 portal so the status is restored to Active.

30 days V3 portal

INC-28 04

Step 5

Clear Pending Returns

File the overdue AOC-4 and MGT-7 and pay the additional fees and dues.

AOC-4 / MGT-7 Dues paid

Clear 05

Step 6

DIN De-flagged via CRF

The ROC raises the Change Request Form ticket on MCA21 to remove the disqualification flag.

CRF ticket Flag removed

De-flag 06

Step 7

Complete DIR-3 KYC

File DIR-3 KYC for the pending years so the DIN status moves to approved and fully active.

DIR-3 KYC DIN active

KYC 07

Documents Required for DIN Restoration

Director DIN and PAN details.
Company CIN and current MCA status.
Evidence the company was carrying on business at strike-off.
Pending financial statements and annual returns.
Board and shareholder records for the NCLT petition.
Valid DSC for filing once the DIN is reactivated.

Need the full checklist? We share a tailored document list after reviewing your DIN status.

Common DIN Restoration Challenges and Solutions

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
Expecting the DIN to auto-restore	A disqualified DIN does not reactivate on its own, even after five years, if the company is struck off. We pursue the NCLT route that actually restores it.
Director linked to another struck-off company	The DIN cannot be reactivated while the director sits on another struck-off company. We resolve that linkage before the CRF stage.
Missing the INC-28 window	INC-28 must be filed within 30 days of the NCLT order. We file promptly to keep the restoration on track.
Incomplete DIR-3 KYC	The DIN stays inactive until DIR-3 KYC is filed for all pending years. We complete it to finish the reactivation.

DIN Restoration Fees

Fee Component	Amount
Patron Accounting Professional Fees	Starting from INR 19,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
What it covers	The NCLT petition, post-order ROC filings and DIN reactivation; the exact fee depends on the route, the number of default years and whether the company restoration is combined
NCLT and ROC filing fees, additional fees on overdue returns	Charged on actual basis
DIR-3 KYC fees	Charged on actual basis

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Statutory costs such as NCLT and ROC filing fees, additional fees on overdue returns and DIR-3 KYC fees are charged on an actual basis, since the workload depends on the route, the number of default years and whether the company restoration is combined. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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How Long Does DIN Restoration Take?

Stage	Estimated Timeline
NCLT revival petition	About 2 to 6 months, depending on the bench and documentation
INC-28 processing	About 15 to 30 working days after the order
CRF and DIR-3 KYC steps	Follow once the status is Active and the flag is removed
Effective date of restoration	Deemed effective from the date of the NCLT order

The NCLT revival petition usually takes about 2 to 6 months, depending on the bench and documentation. After the order, INC-28 processing takes about 15 to 30 working days, followed by the CRF and DIR-3 KYC steps. Restoration is deemed effective from the date of the NCLT order. We prepare quickly and keep you updated so the DIN is reactivated as soon as the process allows.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Professional DIN Restoration

NCLT Petition Prepared Properly

The Section 252 revival petition is prepared and pursued by experienced professionals to the standard the Tribunal expects.

Company and DIN as One Engagement

The company revival and the DIN reactivation are handled together, since the DIN cannot return until the company is Active.

INC-28, CRF and KYC Managed

The post-order INC-28 filing, the CRF follow-up and the DIR-3 KYC are fully managed within their windows.

Struck-Off Linkages Resolved

Any linkage to another struck-off company is resolved before reactivation, so the CRF stage is not blocked.

Restoration Tracked End to End

The whole sequence is tracked from the petition to the active DIN, with updates at each stage.

Handled by Qualified CAs and CSs

The remediation is run end to end by qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries.

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"Patron revived my struck-off company at the NCLT and then restored my DIN through INC-28 and DIR-3 KYC. One smooth engagement." - Director, group of companies, Delhi.

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Restoration Path by Company Status

Factor	Company Struck Off	Company Active
Primary route	NCLT appeal under Section 252	Clear default and DIR-3 KYC
Key filing	INC-28 with NCLT order	Overdue AOC-4 and MGT-7
DIN reactivation	After CRF and DIR-3 KYC	After DIR-3 KYC
Typical timeline	About 2 to 6 months	A few weeks

Related Director and Compliance Services

DIN restoration connects with disqualification removal and director compliance. Patron handles the linked work.

DIN Disqualification Removal under Section 164 for the legal disqualification ground and removal routes.
Director KYC (DIR-3 KYC) the final step that reactivates the DIN.
ROC Notice handling for notices linked to default or strike-off.
Private Limited Company Compliance to keep filings current after restoration.
Appointment of Director for board changes after revival.

Where the company itself needs reviving, we use our struck-off company restoration service, run together with the DIN restoration as one engagement.

Legal and Compliance Framework

Revival route: A company struck off under Section 248 is revived through an appeal to the NCLT under Section 252 of the Companies Act, 2013, after which the directors’ disqualification flag is removed.

Post-order filings: The certified NCLT order is filed in INC-28 with the ROC within 30 days, on the MCA V3 portal, and the status is restored to Active.

DIN reactivation: Per MCA General Circular 05/2018, the ROC raises a Change Request Form ticket on MCA21 with the NCLT order, and the DIN is reactivated, provided the director is not on the board of any other struck-off company; DIR-3 KYC completes the process.

Alternative: A writ petition under Article 226 before the High Court may be used to challenge the disqualification on legal grounds.

Refer to the MCA portal for forms and to Section 252 on IndiaCode for the bare provision.

How is a disqualified DIN restored?

A disqualified DIN is restored by reviving the struck-off company through an NCLT appeal under Section 252, filing INC-28 with the ROC, and then completing DIR-3 KYC. Once the NCLT order is recorded and the company status returns to Active, the MCA removes the disqualification flag and the DIN can be reactivated through the KYC filing.

Will my DIN reactivate automatically after five years?

No. A DIN deactivated on disqualification does not reactivate on its own, even after the five-year period, if the company was struck off. The company must first be revived through an NCLT appeal under Section 252. Only after the order, INC-28 filing and DIR-3 KYC does the DIN return to active status.

What is the role of INC-28 in DIN restoration?

INC-28 is the form filed with the Registrar to record the NCLT restoration order, on the MCA V3 portal, within 30 days of the order. Once INC-28 is processed, the company’s status is restored to Active and the disqualification flag on the directors’ DINs is removed, paving the way for DIR-3 KYC and reactivation.

How long does DIN restoration take?

The NCLT revival petition usually takes about two to six months, depending on the bench and documentation. After the order, INC-28 processing takes about fifteen to thirty working days, followed by the CRF and DIR-3 KYC steps. The restoration is deemed effective from the date of the NCLT order, not the later filing dates.

Can a DIN be restored if another company is still struck off?

No. Under MCA guidance, the DIN cannot be reactivated while the director remains on the board of any other company still struck off under Section 248(1). That linkage must be resolved first, after which the Registrar raises the Change Request Form ticket on MCA21 and the DIN is reactivated.

Is DIN restoration the same as removing the disqualification?

They are connected but distinct. Removal addresses the legal disqualification under Section 164, while restoration is the practical process of reviving the company and reactivating the DIN through NCLT, INC-28 and DIR-3 KYC. In most struck-off cases both are achieved together, which is why they are usually handled as one engagement.

Does DIN restoration require reviving the company?

Where the disqualification followed the company being struck off, yes. The DIN cannot be reactivated until the company is revived through the NCLT under Section 252. If the company is still active and only the annual filings were missed, the DIN can be reactivated by clearing the default and filing DIR-3 KYC, without an NCLT petition.

What is the final step to make the DIN active?

The final step is filing DIR-3 KYC for all pending years. After the company is restored and the disqualification flag is removed through the Change Request Form, the director files DIR-3 KYC or DIR-3 KYC-WEB, and the MCA updates the DIN status to approved and fully operational, allowing the director to file forms again.

Disqualified DIN wapas kaise activate kare?

Struck-off company ko NCLT se revive karke, INC-28 file karke aur DIR-3 KYC karke disqualified DIN reactivate hoti hai.

DIN restoration me kitna time lagta hai?

NCLT revival me lagbhag 2 se 6 mahine lagte hain, uske baad INC-28 aur DIR-3 KYC ke steps hote hain.

Quick Answers

Main route? NCLT appeal under Section 252 for struck-off companies.

Final step? DIR-3 KYC to reactivate the DIN.

Does it auto-restore? No, an NCLT order is needed for struck-off companies.

Pairs with? Reviving the struck-off company, as one engagement.

Why Act Now

Time and linkages matter. A deactivated DIN blocks every filing and board role, and NCLT timelines run into months. The longer a struck-off company stays dormant, the harder the evidence of operations becomes. Starting early keeps the limitation window open and gets your DIN back faster.

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Restore Your DIN with Patron Accounting

DIN restoration after MCA disqualification is a sequence, not a single form: an NCLT appeal under Section 252 to revive the company, INC-28 with the Registrar, removal of the disqualification flag through the Change Request Form, and DIR-3 KYC to reactivate the DIN.

Because it depends on reviving the struck-off company, it is best handled as one engagement. Patron Accounting, with qualified CAs and CSs and offices in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi and Gurugram, manages the full restoration so your directorship and DIN are back as efficiently as the law permits.

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Content Created: 3 June 2026 | Last Updated: | Next Review: 4 September 2026 | Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

This page is reviewed at least yearly and updated whenever Section 252 and Section 248, the INC-28 process on the MCA V3 portal, MCA General Circular 05/2018, the CRF and DIR-3 KYC steps, or the NCLT view on restoration change. Freshness Tier 1.

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