What is Appointment / Removal of Director?
Companies often need to add directors as they grow, or remove directors who resign or leave. Every change must be approved through board or shareholder resolutions and reported to the ROC in Form DIR-12 within 30 days.
For LLPs, a change in designated partners is reported in Form 4 along with an updated LLP agreement in Form 3.
Who Needs Appointment / Removal of Director?
- Companies adding a co-founder or investor nominee
- Companies where a director has resigned
- LLPs admitting or retiring partners
Advantages of Appointment / Removal of Director
MCA master data shows the right directors.
Late filing attracts additional fees per day.
Investors and banks check director records.
Documents Required for Appointment / Removal of Director
New director
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photograph
- Email ID and mobile number
- DSC and DIN (we can apply)
- Consent in DIR-2 and declaration in DIR-8
Removal / resignation
- Resignation letter or shareholder resolution
- Proof of delivery of resignation
We share an exact checklist for your case after the consultation. Scanned copies or clear phone photos are fine.
How We Get It Done
- 1Review
We check the AOA and decide the right approval route.
- 2Resolutions
Board and shareholder resolutions are drafted.
- 3DIN & DSC
New directors receive DIN and DSC if needed.
- 4ROC filing
DIR-12 (or Form 4 for LLP) is filed with the ROC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Within 30 days of the appointment or resignation.
Yes, through an ordinary resolution of shareholders under Section 169 after giving the director a chance to be heard.