Appointment of Director Online Fees in India - Government & Professional costs
The appointment of a director requires companies to complete prescribed corporate and MCA compliance formalities. The overall expense can include government filing Fees and professional assistance for preparing resolutions, documents and statutory forms. The applicable government fee depends on the company's nominal share capital, while professional charges depend on whether a director is being added or removed.
What is the Cost of Appointment of Director?
The cost of director appointment depends on the nature of the change, applicable MCA filings, company details and professional support required. Companies must follow the prescribed process for appointing or removing directors and maintain appropriate board records and statutory documentation.
Learn more about the appointment process through Appointment of Director.
Appointment of Director Registration Cost Components
The overall appointment of director cost can include government filing charges, board documentation and professional assistance. The following table explains the major components involved in adding or removing a director without specifying individual prices.
| Cost Component | Notes |
|---|---|
| MCA Filing Fee | Statutory fee payable for filing the applicable director-related form with the MCA. |
| Board Resolutions | Required board resolutions are prepared for the appointment or removal of a director. |
| MCA Filing | Applicable director change particulars are filed with the Registrar of Companies. |
| Director Documentation | Required information and documents relating to the director are prepared and submitted. |
| Compliance Records | Company records are updated to reflect the director-related change. |
Government Fees for Appointment of Director
Government Fees for filing director appointment or change particulars through Form DIR-12 are based on the company's nominal share capital. Companies without share capital are subject to a separate fee. The MCA prescribes additional Fees when DIR-12 is filed after the applicable deadline.
The applicable government fee should be verified against the latest MCA fee schedule and the company's specific filing requirements.
Professional Fee Structure for Appointment of Director
The IndiaFilings Fees page lists two professional packages for director changes. One package covers the removal of a director, while the other covers the addition of a director. Each package includes board resolutions and the applicable MCA filing.
| Professional Plan | Professional Fee |
|---|---|
| Director Change (Remove Director) | ₹3,899 + GST |
| Director Change (Add Director) | ₹4,899 + GST |
The professional fees displayed on the IndiaFilings Fees page are ₹3,899 + GST for removing a director and ₹4,899 + GST for adding a director. The packages include board resolutions and the corresponding MCA filing.
View the available service plans at Appointment of Director Pricing.
Key Factors Affecting Appointment of Director Cost
Several factors can affect the overall director appointment cost. These include whether a director is being appointed or removed, the company's nominal share capital, applicable MCA filing requirements, documentation and whether the filing is completed within the prescribed timeline.
- Nature of change: Adding and removing a director involve different compliance requirements.
- Nominal share capital: Determines the applicable MCA filing-fee slab.
- Board approval: Appropriate board resolutions are required for the relevant change.
- Director documentation: Required director information and supporting documents must be available.
- Filing timeline: Delayed filing can result in additional statutory Fees.
What is Included in a Professional Appointment of Director package
A professional Appointment of Director package provides assistance with essential corporate and MCA filing activities. The IndiaFilings Fees page specifies separate inclusions for adding and removing directors, helping companies complete the applicable change process.
What's included:
- Board Resolutions
- Remove Director MCA Filing
- Add Director MCA Filing
For a detailed explanation of changing a company's directors, refer to the company director change guide.
Additional Fees for Appointment of Director
Additional expenses may arise when the company requires compliance services outside the standard director change package. Delayed filing can also attract additional MCA Fees. Companies should ensure that director details, resolutions and statutory records are accurate before submitting the applicable form.
- Delayed filing Fees where the applicable MCA form is submitted after the prescribed deadline.
- Additional compliance services for requirements outside the standard package.
- Director-related documentation where additional supporting records are required.
- DIN-related compliance where applicable to the appointed director.
Companies can learn more about MCA requirements relating to directors and partners through this guide to directors and partners.
Why Choose IndiaFilings for Appointment of Director
IndiaFilings provides professional assistance for businesses completing Appointment of Director and director-change compliances. The service supports board resolution preparation and applicable MCA filing requirements for adding or removing directors. Professional guidance helps companies organise statutory records and complete the relevant process efficiently. Start your Appointment of Director process with IndiaFilings and receive structured assistance for managing your company's director-related compliance requirements.
For related director compliance information, refer to DIR-6 and get started with Appointment of Director support from IndiaFilings.