In order to solve the overcompensation problem caused by the zero sequence directional pilot protection which is designed to overcome the zero voltage dead zone, an improved zero sequence voltage compensation scheme is proposed, which is realized by compensating one third of the line length. In this way, the both sides simultaneous misoperation caused by overcompensation is prevented. At the same time, the sensitivity is ensured under the situation of internal fault. First of all, the analysis of compensation of the zero sequence directional protection is carried on, the new zero point is raised, and furthermore an improved zero sequence compensation scheme is put forward, whose auxiliary criterion is negative sequence, leading to an improved function of zero sequence directional pilot protection. The simulation result verifies the feasibility and correctness of the scheme.