Process of Applying for a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Applying for a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) with DSC Apply Company is simple, secure, and fully online. Just follow these easy steps 👇

Step 1: Visit the Application Portal

Click on the link 👉 c.dscapply.com
This will take you to our DSC Application Form page where you can start the process.

Step 2: Authentication with Mobile Number

To begin the DSC application process, you need to verify your mobile number that is linked with your Aadhaar.

Enter your mobile number – Select your country code (India +91) and type your Aadhaar-linked phone number.
Send OTP – Click on Send OTP to receive a One-Time Password on your registered mobile.
Enter OTP – Type the OTP you received in the given field.
Captcha Verification – Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen.
Continue – Click on Continue as Fresh Application to move forward with your DSC registration.

Step 3: Select Applicant Type

In this step, you need to confirm whether you are the Applicant or an Authoriser.

Applicant: Choose this option if you are applying for the DSC for yourself.
Authoriser: Select this if you are an authorized person applying on behalf of an organization.

Step 4: Choose Your Certificate

In this step, you will customize your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) as per your requirement. Carefully select the following options:

Certificate Class – Choose from Class 3, DGFT, or Document Signer Class 2 depending on your usage.
Certificate Type – Select Signature (for signing documents), Encryption (for securing data), or Combo (both).
Validity – Choose the validity period of your DSC: 1 year, 2 years, or 3 years.
Type – Select whether you are applying as an Individual, Organisation, or Government entity.
Indian Citizen – Confirm if you are an Indian citizen by choosing Yes or No.
USB Token – Decide if you want your DSC in a USB Token. Options include With Shipping, Without Shipping, or Not Required.
Personal Assistance – Select the level of support you need (e.g., Gold, Silver, Platinum).

Step 5: Fill DSC Enrolment Form & Select KYC Type

In this step, you need to complete your DSC Enrolment Form and verify your identity through KYC. Here’s how to proceed:

Choose Your KYC Type – You will see multiple options:

Aadhaar Online – Fastest method, verify instantly using Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Aadhaar Offline – Upload your Aadhaar XML file for verification.
PAN KYC – Validate your details using PAN Card.
Use Existing eKYC – If you already have a verified eKYC, you can reuse it.

Step 5 (A): Aadhaar Online KYC

If you select Aadhaar Online as your KYC method, follow these steps carefully:

Enter Your Basic Details

Fill in your Full Name exactly as per Aadhaar.
Enter your Date of Birth (DOB) in dd-mm-yyyy format.
Provide your PAN Number for verification.
Click on Check Status to confirm if your Aadhaar is linked with PAN.

Verify Your Email

Enter your valid Email ID.
Click on Send OTP and check your email inbox.
Enter the received OTP and click Verify Email.

Confirm Mobile Number

Your Aadhaar-linked Mobile Number will be auto-fetched (or you can enter it if required).

Proceed for Aadhaar Authentication

Step 5 (B): Aadhaar Offline KYC

If you choose Aadhaar Offline as your KYC method, follow these steps:

Download Aadhaar XML File

Visit the UIDAI website and download your Aadhaar XML file.
While downloading, you will be asked to set a Share Code (a 4-digit password).
Save the XML file in .zip format.

Upload Aadhaar XML

On the DSC application form, click on Choose File and upload your downloaded Aadhaar XML (.zip) file.

Enter Share Code

Provide the Share Code you created at the time of downloading the XML file.

Enter Contact Details

Enter your Mobile Number (linked to Aadhaar).

Provide your Email Address for communication and verification.

Submit for Verification

Once all details are filled, click on Submit.
Your KYC will be verified securely through the Aadhaar XML file.

Step 5 (C): PAN KYC

If you choose PAN KYC as your KYC method, follow these steps carefully:

Enter PAN Details

Type your PAN Number and click to verify.
Ensure your Name matches exactly as per your PAN card.

Verify Email & Phone Number

Enter your Email ID, click Send OTP, and verify with the OTP received.
The Mobile Number (already linked) will be pre-filled.

Fill in Personal Information

Enter Gender and Date of Birth (DOB) as per PAN.
Fill your Address, Pincode, City, State, and Country.
In Remarks, type your Full Name.

Partner Code

Enter SP8186HRID in the Partner Code field.

eKYC Details

Select eKYC ID Type → Choose Mobile.
Enter eKYC ID → your registered mobile number.
Enter eKYC Pin → 123456 and re-enter to confirm.

Upload Documents

Upload a Passport Size Photograph (jpg/png).

Upload scanned copies of your Aadhaar Card and PAN Card (PDF/JPG/PNG, max 2 files).

Final Confirmation

Tick the checkboxes:
✅ I agree to the Terms & Conditions.
✅ I agree to continue with business partner code.
Click on Submit.

Step 5 (D): Use Existing eKYC

If you are an existing user and already have a valid eKYC ID, you can quickly proceed without filling all details again.

Enter eKYC ID

Type your eKYC ID (issued previously).

Enter eKYC PIN

Type your eKYC PIN (the secure 6-digit PIN you set earlier).

Submit

Click Submit to continue the DSC enrollment process.

Step 6: Aadhaar Verification & Enrollment Form

Once you select Aadhaar Online or Aadhaar Offline as your KYC type, you will need to complete Aadhaar verification.

Verify Aadhaar with OTP

Enter your Aadhaar number.
You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
Enter the OTP to proceed.

Enrollment Form Opens

After successful Aadhaar verification, you will be redirected to the DSC Enrollment Form (similar to the PAN KYC form).
Some of your details will be auto-filled from Aadhaar.

Fill the Remaining Details

Confirm your PAN, Email (verify with OTP), Mobile Number, Gender, Date of Birth, Address, City, State, and Country.
In the Remarks field, type your Full Name.
In the Partner Code field, enter SP8186HRID.

Choose Your eKYC Type

Select Mobile as eKYC type.
Enter eKYC PIN: 123456 and confirm the same.