Director identification Number is a prerequisite for appointment as director in a company in India. Same time Register of Directors and Key Managerial personnel serve the purpose of Record of interests of these persons in company and otherwise.
DIRECTOR IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (SECTIONS 153 – 159)
Every individual intending to be appointed as director of a company shall make an application for allotment for Director Identification Number (DIN) to the Central government. (Section 153)