Digital Signature Certificates

✅ What is a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)? A Digital Signature Certificate is a secure digital key issued by Certifying Authorities (CAs) to verify the identity of the certificate holder. It is used for signing digital documents, e-filing, company registration, GST filings, tender submissions, etc. 🔍 Types of DSCs Type Usage Class 3 For high-security applications: e-tendering, e-auctions, legal filings (mandatory now) Class 2 (Deprecated) Previously used for ROC, GST, ITR – now replaced by Class 3 DGFT For import/export-related filings via DGFT website 🔒 As per CCA guidelines, only Class 3 DSC is now issued. 📄 Documents Required For Individuals: Aadhaar Card PAN Card Passport-size Photo Email ID & Mobile Number Video Verification (mandatory) For Organizations (Proprietorship, LLP, Pvt Ltd): Company PAN & Registration Docs Authorization Letter ID & Address Proof of Authorized Signatory GST Certificate (optional) 🛠 How to Apply for a DSC 🔗 Trusted Providers: eMudhra – https://www.e-mudhra.com Sify Safescrypt – https://www.safescrypt.com Capricorn CA – https://www.certificate.digital NSDL / NIC / IDSign ✍️ Application Steps: Visit a provider’s website Choose DSC type (Class 3 Individual/Organization) Fill the online form Upload KYC documents Complete video verification Make payment (₹500–₹1,500 approx.) Get DSC on USB Token (Dongle) or soft token 🔐 Uses of Digital Signature Certificate 💼 MCA/ROC Filing – Company registration, DIR-3 KYC 📑 Income Tax Filing – For individuals & companies 🏗 e-Tendering – Government e-Procurement portals 🌐 GST Filing – GSTR filings and verifications 🛃 Import/Export (DGFT) – Using DGFT-specific DSC 📄 Signing PDFs – Secure document authentication 📦 DSC Validity & Pricing Validity Cost (Approx.) 1 Year ₹500 – ₹900 2 Years ₹900 – ₹1,500 3 Years ₹1,000 – ₹1,800 USB Token (Crypto Device): ₹300–₹500 extra if not included. 🧾 Need Help Applying? Just let me know: Individual or Business DSC? Your state/city Do you need it urgently? I can: Help you choose a provider Draft an authorization letter (if for company) Guide through eMudhra or Capricorn CA process