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  • PAN Card: The director's Permanent Account Number card is mandatory.
  • Proof of Identity: Acceptable identification includes Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhaar Card, and similar documents.
  • Residential Proof: Documentation confirming the director's residence, like utility bills or rental agreements.
  • Recent Passport-Sized Photo: A current passport-sized photograph of the prospective director.
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC): Required for the electronic signing of documents.
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Director Removal (Remove Director from Company)

Complete Legal Process, Documents & ROC Compliance Guide (India)

As per Companies Act, 2013 | Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)

Introduction
Ways to Remove Director
Legal Provisions
Documents Required
Removal Process
Forms, Timeline & Penalties
Common Mistakes
FAQs

A director can be removed from a company either by resignation or by shareholders through a legal process. Director removal must be properly documented and filed with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) to remain legally valid.

Improper or delayed filing may result in penalties and continued legal responsibility of the director.

Ways to Remove a Director in India

  • Voluntary Resignation – Section 168
  • Removal by Shareholders – Section 169
  • Vacation of office due to disqualification
  • Automatic removal under Articles of Association
Different procedures apply depending on the method of removal.

Legal Provisions under Companies Act, 2013

Section Provision
Section 168 Director resignation
Section 169 Removal of director by shareholders
Section 164 Director disqualification
Rule 15 DIR-12 filing requirements

Documents Required – Director Resignation

  • Resignation letter from director
  • Board Resolution accepting resignation
  • DIR-11 (optional but recommended)
  • Director’s DSC

Documents Required – Removal by Shareholders

  • Special Notice of removal
  • Board Resolution
  • EGM Notice & Explanatory Statement
  • Ordinary Resolution passed in EGM
  • Updated list of directors
  • Director’s DSC

Step-by-Step Director Removal Process

Case 1: Voluntary Resignation

  • Director submits resignation letter
  • Board accepts resignation
  • File DIR-12 with ROC
  • Optional filing of DIR-11 by director

Case 2: Removal by Shareholders

  • Issue special notice
  • Conduct Board Meeting
  • Call EGM
  • Pass Ordinary Resolution
  • File DIR-12 with ROC

Forms, Timeline & Penalties

Form Purpose Due Date
DIR-12 Intimation to ROC Within 30 days
DIR-11 Director intimation (optional) Within 30 days
Late filing attracts additional ROC fees and may keep the director legally liable.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not filing DIR-12 on time
  • Improper EGM procedure
  • Using incorrect resolution type
  • Mismatch with Articles of Association

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can a director be removed without consent? – Yes, by shareholders.
  • Is DIR-11 mandatory? – Optional but recommended.
  • Can director be removed anytime? – Subject to law & AOA.
  • Is ROC filing compulsory? – Yes.
  • Does removal affect DIN? – No.