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What is Removal or Resignation of Director?


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Director of a company is a natural person elected by the shareholders as per the Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association of the company. Appointment of an additional director may be required by the business requirements of a particular company. Depending on circumstances, a director may have to resign or he may have to be removed from the board of directors.

Procedure for Director Resignation and Director removal will be different. A Director can resign from a company by giving a notice. Board is required to file a relevant form with ROC within 30 days. A Director is also required to file form DIR11 with ROC.


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How to give Effect to Resignation of Director?

5 Easy Steps

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DSC Application

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Preparation of Documents

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Signing of Notice

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File Form DIR 12

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File Form DIR 11

File Form DIR 12

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FAQs On Removal or Resignation of Director


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What is the process for a director to resign from a company?

A director can resign by submitting a written notice to the company. The company must file Form DIR-12 with the ROC within 30 days of receiving the resignation, along with a board resolution and resignation letter.

Is it mandatory to file DIR-11 by the resigning director?

Yes, as per Rule 16 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, the resigning director should file Form DIR-11 with ROC to officially intimate their resignation, although this requirement was relaxed for some private companies after MCA notification.

What legal compliance is required from the company after a director resigns?

Once a director submits their resignation, the company must convene a board meeting to accept it officially. Thereafter, it is required to file Form DIR-12 with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) within 30 days, along with necessary attachments like the board resolution and the resignation letter. This ensures that the resignation is valid and reflected in public records as per the Companies Act, 2013.

Can a director resign without company approval?

Yes, a director can resign unilaterally by submitting a resignation letter. However, the company must accept and record the resignation in the board meeting and file it with the ROC.

Can a company remove a director without their consent?

Yes, under Section 169 of the Companies Act, 2013, shareholders can remove a director (except those appointed by the Tribunal or under proportional representation) by passing an ordinary resolution after giving a 14-day notice.

What is the ROC form for resignation of a director?

Form DIR-12 is used by the company to intimate the resignation to ROC. Optionally, the resigning director may file DIR-11.

What happens if the company doesn’t file DIR-12 after resignation?

If the company fails to file DIR-12, the director may still file DIR-11 to protect themselves. Non-filing by the company may result in penalties for non-compliance.

Is shareholder approval needed for removing a director?

Yes, removing a director (not appointed by the government or Tribunal) requires an ordinary resolution passed at a general meeting with proper notice to the shareholders and the concerned director.

Can the last remaining director of a company resign?

No, at least one director must remain in the company. A sole director cannot resign unless a new director is appointed before their resignation is processed.

How is a partner removed from an LLP?

As per the LLP Agreement, a partner can be removed by mutual consent, or in case of fraud or breach of duty. The change must be filed using Form 4 with MCA.

What is Form 4 in LLP for?

Form 4 is used for notifying the Registrar about changes in the partners/designated partners of an LLP, including admission, cessation, or change in details.

Is consent required to remove a partner from LLP?

Yes, removal must be in line with the LLP Agreement. If silent, all partners’ consent may be required, or the matter must be settled legally.

What is the effective date of resignation of a director or partner?