The Oscars, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, will air on Sunday, March 2.
Day-Lewis won the best actor Oscar last year for his protrayal in 'Lincoln'. He also been nominated for five Oscars in the lead actor category.
His previous wins were for the 2007 film 'There Will Be Blood' and 1989's 'My Left Foot'.
He also received nominations for his starring roles in 'Gangs of New York' (2002) and 'In the Name of the Father' (1993).
Day-Lewis will join last year's best actress Oscar-winner Jennifer Lawrence in presenting the award.