Director Removal / Resignation
Whether a director is resigning or being removed, the change must be filed correctly with the ROC. We handle the resignation (DIR-11) or removal (Sec 169) and the DIR-12 filing.
Starts at
₹2,499
+ GST | MCA/government fees, additional fees, late fees and penalties vary by entity type, paid-up capital, turnover and due-date status
Timeline
Typically a few working days
Documents
Resignation/removal records
Resignation or removal
DIR-11 / DIR-12
Sec 169 process
Filed correctly
Pricing
Remove or resign a director
We handle voluntary resignations and member-led removals. MCA fees are separate.
Resignation
Director resigns
+ GST | MCA/government fees, additional fees, late fees and penalties vary by entity type, paid-up capital, turnover and due-date status
- Resignation letter & board note
- DIR-11 (by director)
- DIR-12 (by company)
- Register update
Removal (Sec 169)
Members remove a director
Adversarial process
- Special notice & resolution
- Opportunity to be heard
- DIR-12 filing
- Reviewer support
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is Director Removal / Resignation?
A director can leave the board by resigning, or be removed by the shareholders. Either way, the change must be filed with the ROC so the board composition on record is accurate — minimum-director requirements must still be met afterward.
A resignation involves the director's resignation letter, the board taking note, and filings: DIR-11 (optionally by the director) and DIR-12 (by the company). A removal by members under Section 169 is a more formal, adversarial process needing special notice, a resolution and an opportunity for the director to be heard.
We handle the right process and the DIR-12 filing.
Is it for you?
Who needs it — and who doesn't
Recommended if
- Companies where a director is resigning
- Companies removing a director by member resolution
- Boards restructuring
- Companies updating the register after a director leaves
May not be needed if
- Companies only changing a director's details (that's a director change)
- Companies that would fall below the minimum directors (appoint a replacement)
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
Clean, on-record exit
Correct filing reflects the change on the MCA so the board composition is accurate.
Right process for the situation
Resignation and member-led removal follow different rules — we use the correct one.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- A director resigning, or members removing a director
- Board/member records
- Compliance with minimum-director rules afterward
Documents
Documents required
What we need
- Resignation letter (for resignation)
- Special notice & resolution (for removal)
- Board records
- DSCs
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feeRemoval (Sec 169) quoted separately | From ₹2,499 |
| MCA filing feeDIR-12 fee | Capital-based |
Deliverables
What you receive on completion
After this filing
What you need to stay compliant next
Maintain the minimum
Ensure the company still has the minimum directors; appoint a replacement if needed.
Update registers
Update the register of directors and KMP.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- Filing DIR-12 late
- Falling below minimum directors after removal
- Using the wrong process for removal
- Not updating the register
AI-powered assistance
AI does the heavy lifting. Experts make the call.
AI assists with checks, drafting and explanations only. A qualified professional reviews every defined checkpoint and the final filing before submission. AI does not make consequential compliance decisions on its own.
Process a director's exit, correctly
Resignation or removal — we use the right process and file DIR-12 so the change is valid and on record.
Compare
Director Removal / Resignation vs Director Addition
| Factor | Director Removal / Resignation | Director Addition |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Director resigns or is removed | A new director is appointed |
| Form | DIR-12 (cessation) / DIR-11 | DIR-12 (appointment) |
Why MyFinancialAdvisory
A more accountable way to stay compliant
Quality & accountability
Reviewed by compliance experts
Every director removal / resignation engagement is prepared with structured checks and signed off by qualified professionals before anything is filed — speed without sacrificing accuracy.
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Company law & ROC review
Our ROC and MCA work is prepared with AI-assisted checks and reviewed by qualified professionals experienced in company law and MCA filings before any form is filed.
Structured document checks
Documents and eligibility follow structured checks before expert review.
Expert-reviewed before filing
A qualified professional signs off every defined checkpoint.
Compliance-safe guidance
Advice mapped to current rules — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
Resources
Related guides & reading
Keep exploring
Hub
MCA / ROC compliance
Annual filings, changes and closures for companies and LLPs, tracked end to end.
Service
Director Addition
Appoint a new director and file DIR-12.
Service
Director Change
Update director details or designation.
Service
DIR-3 KYC
Annual director KYC to keep the DIN active.
Service
Company Compliance
Your company's full annual ROC and statutory compliance, managed.
FAQs
Director Removal / Resignation — frequently asked questions
How does a director resign?
The director submits a resignation letter, the board takes note, and the change is filed — DIR-11 (optionally by the director) and DIR-12 (by the company) — within the prescribed time.
How are directors removed?
Shareholders can remove a director under Section 169, which requires special notice, a resolution and an opportunity for the director to be heard. It's more formal than a resignation.
What is DIR-12?
The MCA form through which appointments, resignations and changes of directors are filed.
What is DIR-11?
The form a resigning director can file themselves to record their resignation, in addition to the company's DIR-12.
What's the deadline to file?
DIR-12 for a cessation is generally filed within 30 days of the change.
What if removing a director leaves us below the minimum?
The company must maintain the minimum number of directors — you'd appoint a replacement. We coordinate both.
Can a director be removed without cause?
Members can remove a director under Section 169 following the due process, subject to the director's right to be heard. Specific protections can apply in some cases.
What do I receive?
The documentation, any DIR-11, the filed DIR-12 with its SRN, and an updated register.
Ready to get director removal / resignation done?
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