The Classic Partners LLP

Appointment of Director

End-to-end support for the appointment of a director under the Companies Act, 2013 — from obtaining DIN and DSC to passing resolutions and filing Form DIR-12 with the Registrar of Companies (ROC). We help companies add directors smoothly while staying fully compliant.

Appoint a Director with Expert Help

What is Appointment of Director?

A director is appointed to the Board of Directors to manage the affairs of a company on behalf of its shareholders. Under Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, directors are ordinarily appointed by members in a general meeting, and the appointment is reported to the ROC in Form DIR-12. Companies may appoint additional, executive, independent, nominee, or alternate directors depending on their needs.

An additional director appointed by the Board holds office only up to the next annual general meeting, where members may regularise the appointment. Getting the process and forms right is essential to avoid penalties and to keep the company's statutory registers accurate.

Who Needs Director Appointment Services?

Newly incorporated companies adding their first or additional directors.
Companies inducting executive, independent, or nominee directors onto the Board.
Companies meeting minimum director requirements — one for an OPC, two for a private company, and three for a public company.
Companies appointing a woman director or independent director to comply with board-composition norms.
Companies regularising an additional director at the next general meeting.

Our Appointment of Director Services

DIN and DSC Assistance

Help obtaining a Director Identification Number and Digital Signature Certificate for the proposed director.

Board and Shareholder Resolutions

Drafting of the resolutions needed to appoint the director at the Board or general meeting.

Form DIR-12 Filing

Preparation and timely filing of Form DIR-12 with the Registrar of Companies.

Consent and Declarations

Form DIR-2 consent and Form DIR-8 declaration of non-disqualification.

Independent Director Compliance

Databank registration and compliance support for independent directors.

Register and Record Updates

Updating the register of directors, KMP, and related statutory records.

Documents Required for Director Appointment

PAN and Aadhaar of the proposed director.
Passport-size photograph and identity or address proof.
Email ID and mobile number for verification.
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the director.
Consent to act as director in Form DIR-2.
Declaration of non-disqualification in Form DIR-8.

Why Choose The Classic Partners

Specialised company-law experience across private, public, and one-person companies.
End-to-end handling — DIN and DSC, resolutions, and DIR-12 filing under one roof.
Coordinated with your Board Meeting and annual filings to keep records consistent.
Transparent fees and a dedicated point of contact, delivered by Chartered Accountants in Mumbai serving clients across India.

Related Compliance Services

Removal of Director Services — Remove a director under Section 169 with proper notice and ROC filing.
Board Meeting Services — Run board meetings with notice, quorum, and SS-1 compliant minutes.
Auditor Appointment Services — Appoint your statutory auditor and file Form ADT-1 on time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the procedure to appoint a director?

The Board passes a resolution, the proposed director gives consent in Form DIR-2 and a declaration in Form DIR-8, shareholder approval is obtained where required, and Form DIR-12 is filed with the Registrar of Companies within thirty days.

What documents are required to appoint a director?

Typically the PAN and Aadhaar of the proposed director, a photograph, identity and address proof, email and mobile number, a Digital Signature Certificate, and the signed consent and declaration forms.

What is a DIN and is it mandatory?

A Director Identification Number is a unique number allotted to an individual to act as a director. It is mandatory, and every person proposed as a director must hold a valid DIN before the appointment is filed.

Within how many days must Form DIR-12 be filed?

Form DIR-12 must be filed with the Registrar of Companies within thirty days of the appointment of a director.

Can a company appoint a director who is not a shareholder?

Yes. Unless the articles of association require otherwise, a director need not be a shareholder of the company.

How many directors can a company have?

A private company needs at least two directors, a public company at least three, and a One Person Company one. A company may have up to fifteen directors, and more by passing a special resolution.

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