Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has already simplified the procedure for obtaining DIN online. MCA vide Circular No. 11/2011 dated 7thApril 2011 has taken another step towards simplification in allotment of DIN where in DIN will be allotted online on the basis of mandatory filling of specified fields in DIN -1. The Ministry has also clarified that the existing DIN holders who have not furnished their PAN earlier will be required to furnish their PAN by filing DIN 4 e form by 31stMay, 2011.