Removal of Director Services

Remove or Record the Resignation of a Director Compliantly

A director may leave the board through resignation or be removed by the shareholders. When a director resigns, the company records the change by filing Form DIR-12, and the director may also file DIR-11 intimating the resignation. Removal of a director by shareholders follows the procedure in the Companies Act, 2013, which requires special notice and an opportunity for the director to be heard. Each route must be handled carefully to be valid.

Our director removal services manage resignations and shareholder removals, ensuring the correct forms and procedure are followed. This service complements our director appointment services, connects with keeping a DIN active through our DIN reactivation services, and mirrors the exit handling in our auditor resignation services.

Our Director Removal Services

Resignation Processing

Processing a director’s resignation and the effective date and formalities involved.

DIR-12 Filing

Filing Form DIR-12 with the Registrar to record the cessation of the director.

DIR-11 (Director’s Filing)

Assisting the outgoing director with filing DIR-11 to intimate their resignation.

Removal by Shareholders

Managing removal of a director by the shareholders under the prescribed procedure.

Special Notice & Procedure

Handling the special notice, hearing, and resolution required for removal.

Records Update

Updating the register of directors and statutory records after the exit.

Benefits of a Compliant Director Exit

A valid, well-documented director exit
Correct DIR-12 filing for the cessation
Support for the director’s DIR-11 filing
Proper procedure for shareholder removal
Special notice and hearing requirements met
Updated registers and statutory records

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a director removed?

A director may cease to hold office by resigning or by being removed by the shareholders. A resignation is recorded by filing DIR-12, with the director able to file DIR-11, while removal by shareholders follows the statutory procedure involving special notice, an opportunity to be heard, and a resolution.

What is the difference between resignation and removal?

Resignation is initiated by the director choosing to leave the board, whereas removal is initiated by the shareholders to remove a director before the end of the term. The two follow different procedures, though both result in the director ceasing to hold office and require the appropriate filings.

Which forms are filed when a director leaves?

When a director resigns or is removed, the company files Form DIR-12 to record the cessation with the Registrar. In the case of a resignation, the outgoing director may additionally file DIR-11 to intimate the resignation, along with the relevant supporting documents.

What is DIR-11?

DIR-11 is the filing through which a resigning director may intimate their resignation to the Registrar, independently of the company’s filing. It allows the director to place their resignation on record, which can be important where the company delays filing the cessation.

Can shareholders remove a director?

Yes. Shareholders can remove a director before the expiry of the term by following the procedure in the Companies Act, which requires a special notice, an opportunity for the director to be heard, and the passing of the requisite resolution, after which the cessation is filed with the Registrar.

Handle a Director’s Exit the Right Way

Compliant handling of director resignation and removal, with correct filings.