Understanding DPIN

• DPIN stands for Designated Partner Identification Number
  
• It is a unique number issued to individuals intending to become designated partners in an LLP.
  
• It is mandatory for compliance with the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
  
• A person cannot act as a designated partner without a valid DPIN.
  
• One DPIN can be used across multiple LLPs by the same individual.
  

Pre-Application Requirements

• The applicant must possess a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  
• The DSC is used to sign and submit electronic documents to the MCA portal.l
  
• The individual must be at least 18 years of age and legally competent to contract.t
  
• Identity and address proofs must be collected in the required formats.
  
• A photograph and contact details of the applicant must be kept on file.y
  

Application Submission

• The DPIN is applied for through Form DIR-3, available on the MCA portal.
  
• The form must be filled out with personal, contact, and identification details.
  
• Supporting documents must be digitally signed and uploaded with a form.m
  
• The form requires certification from a professional such as a CA, CS, or CMA.
  
• Upon submission, an acknowledgment number is generated for tracking.g
  

Required Documents

• Proof of identity such as a PAN card, passport, or government-issued ID
  
• Proof of address, such as a utility bill, bank statement, or driving license
  
• A recent passport-size photograph of the applicant in JPEG format
  
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for authentication
  
• For foreign nationals, documents must be notarized and apostilled as applicable.
  

Approval and Allotment

• The Ministry of Corporate Affairs reviews the application for accuracy.
  
• If found complete and correct, the DPIN is issued to the applicant.t
  
• The DPIN is communicated via the registered email address.
  
• It becomes immediately valid for use as a designated partner in an LLP.
  

The DPIN remains valid until surrendered, cancelled, or disqualified.