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Digital Signature

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is affixed on documents submitted in electronic form by the authorised person. It ensures the security and authenticity of the documents submitted electronically. DSC is affixed on all the documents filed on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal. Online transactions such as Incorporation of a company or LLP, Income Tax e-filing, etc., are validated using DSC.

The Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA) has appointed Certifying Authorities (CA) for issuing DSC. CA’s have the licence to issue Class 3 DSC.

Requirements for apply for a Digital Signature Certificate

  • Aadhaar card.
  • PAN card.
  • Passport-sized photo.
  • Address proof.

Steps to apply for a Digital Signature Certificate

STEP 1: Go to the Certifying Authorities website
There are around 15 CA that are licensed to issue Digital Certificates in India. The list of the Certifying Authorities, along with their website link, is given here. Visit any of the CA website, select the DSC Class 3 registration/application on their homepage and proceed to fill the form.

STEP 2: Fill the necessary details
You need to fill in the below necessary details on the DSC application form:

    • Class of the DSC.
    • Validity.
    • Type: Only Sign or Sign & Encrypt.
    • Applicant Name and Contact Details.
    • Residential Address.
    • GST Number & Identity Details of Proof Documents.
    • Declaration.
    • Document as proof of identity.
    • Document as proof of address.
    • Attestation Officer.
    • Payment Details.

On filling up all the necessary details, you must upload your recent photograph and e-sign the declaration. Check thoroughly for completion of the form. Take a print of the completed form and preserve it.

STEP 3: Proof of identity and address
An attesting officer must attest the supporting documents (proof of identity and address) uploaded to the DSC application. Ensure the sign and seal of the attesting officer are visibly clear on the supporting documents.

If the CAs are offering Aadhaar eKYC-based authentication, you can select this option. If you select this option, you do not have to upload any supporting documents.

You can also directly approach the CAs with original supporting documents and self-attested copies of the original documents. In such a case, supporting documents need not be attested by an attesting officer.

You can also upload a letter/certificate issued by a bank and certified by the bank manager containing your name, PAN and address as supporting documents. In this case, no other attestation is required.

Certain CAs may also require you to upload a recorded e-verification video showing your original supporting documents for completing eKYC.

STEP 4: Payment for DSC
Once the DSC application form is filled out and the documents are uploaded, you must make the payment for the issuance of the DSC. Payment can be made through online modes, such as net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI payment.

STEP 5: Issuance of DSC
After completing the above-mentioned steps, i.e. filling in the DSC application, providing the necessary documents and payment, submit the DSC application. The CAs will verify your application and documents and issue the DSC electronically. They will send an encrypted pen drive containing your DSC by post.

Used as a security measure for a home or office

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