Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is the online version of your handwritten signature. It is used to sign documents digitally on the internet securely and legally.
What is a Digital Signature Certificate?
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is the digital equivalent (that is electronic format) of physical or paper signatures. Physical documents are signed manually, similarly, electronic documents, for example e-forms are required to be signed digitally using a Digital Signature Certificate.
A Digital Signature Certificate, like a handwritten signature, establishes the identity of the sender filing the documents through the internet which the sender cannot revoke or deny.
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Validity of Digital Signature Certificate
Digital Signature (DSC) can be availed for different validity periods based on your requirement
Digital Signature Certificate Services
Choose the right DSC for your business or personal needs
DSC – Class 3 : Only Signing
Used for signing documents online such as income tax filings, MCA filings, GST forms, and other official documents.
DSC – Class 3: Combo – Signing + Encryption
This type includes both digital signing and data encryption, providing extra security for sensitive documents.
DSC – DGFT
Specially designed for businesses involved in import and export activities for online services on DGFT portal.
Classes of Digital Signature Certificates
The type of applicant and the purpose defines the kind of DSC one must apply for
Class 1 DSC
Used mainly by individuals to verify their email address and personal identity for basic online communication.
- Email verification
- Personal identity
- Basic communication
Class 2 DSC
Earlier used by company directors for filing documents with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. (Discontinued since 2021)
- MCA filings (historic)
- Company documents
- Replaced by Class 3
Class 3 DSC
The highest level of digital signature security. Used for online tenders, e-procurement, and government e-auctions.
- Online tender participation
- E-procurement portals
- Government e-auctions
- Company legal filings
Benefits of a Digital Signature Certificate
Why you need a DSC for your business and personal use
Authentication
Helpful in authenticating the personal information details of the individual holder when conducting business online.
Reduced cost and time
Instead of signing hard copy documents physically and scanning them, you can digitally sign PDF files instantly.
Data integrity
Documents that are signed digitally cannot be altered or edited after signing, making data safe and secure.
Authenticity of documents
Digitally signed documents give confidence to the receiver to be assured of the signer's authenticity.
Secure Identity Verification
DSC confirms the identity of the person signing the document, making online transactions safe.
Trusted Documents
Digitally signed documents are legally accepted and trusted by businesses and government departments.
Saves Time
No need to print, sign, scan, and send documents. Sign digital files instantly and share online.
Non-repudiation
The sender cannot deny signing the document, ensuring accountability and legal validity.
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