Important Update from Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA): Amendment in the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (‘MCA’) has issued Notification No. CG-DL-E-17072024-255489, dated 16th July, 2024 amending the third proviso of rule 12A of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 which will come into force from 01st August, 2024.
Prior to the amendment, as per the third proviso of above stated rule 12A, if an individual desires to update his/her personal mobile number or the e-mail address, as the case may be, he/she shall update the same by submitting e-form DIR-3 KYC on or before 30th September of the financial year. However, with this amendment coming into effect, if an individual intends to update his personal mobile number or the e-mail address again at any time during the financial year in addition to the updation allowed as per third proviso above, he shall update the same by submitting e-form DIR-3 KYC on payment of fees of Indian rupees five hundred (500) only.
Source:
Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Notification No. CG-DL-E-17072024-255489, Dated: 16.07.2024
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