Digital Signature Certification


Digital signature certificates are issued by Certifying Authorities (CA) after verifying the applicant's identity and address. These signatures find applications in GST registration, MCA website services for company registration, income tax return filing, tender submissions, and EPFO filings. A digital signature certificate with online DSC registration serves as an e-signature, allowing subscribers to sign documents digitally. It ensures the recognition and verification of a person or entity in electronic format, utilizing cryptographic protocols. This electronic format enables individuals to access information and use various online services securely. Commonly employed in secure portals, it ensures the safe uploading and encoding of company documents. The certificate remains valid for up to two years.

Class II:

  • Class II certificates issued by the CCA have been withdrawn, and starting from January 1, 2021, only Class 3 DSC will be issued.

Class III:

  • Class III certificates are provided to individuals and organizations, serving as high assurance certificates widely used in GST, MCA, Income Tax, Tender, EPF filings, etc. These certificates are granted in the name of individuals or organizations after a successful personal video appearance before the Certifying Authorities.

Individual Certificate

  • Identity proof: PAN
  • Address proof: AADHAAR, PASSPORT, or DRIVING LICENSE
  • Passport Size Photo
  • Email ID and Contact Number
  • Organization Certificate

Proprietor ship:

  • PAN of proprietor
  • Organizational proof: GST certificate
  • Authorized Signatory proof: copy of AADHAAR
  • Email ID and Contact Number

Partnership Firm:

  • PAN copy of Organization
  • Copy of the Bank Statements (First 2 Pages) or GST certificate
  • Copy of the Partnership Deed
  • Authorized Signatory proof: copy of AADHAAR
  • Copy of passport size photo of authorized signatory
  • Email ID and Contact Number

Private

  • PAN copy of Organization
  • Copy of the Bank Statements (First 2 Pages) or GST certificate
  • Copy of the incorporation certificate
  • Authorized Signatory proof: copy of AADHAAR
  • Copy of passport size photo of authorized signatory
  • Email ID and Contact Number

Benefits

  • Ensures a high level of authentication
  • Offers legal validity
  • Enhances efficiency, saving time and improving workflow
  • Provides future validity
  • Guarantees a high level of workflow efficiency

FAQ'S


A digital signature is a straightforward, secure, and time-efficient method for signing electronic documents or authenticating online transactions. Essentially, it's a unique code tied to the individual signing the electronic document or verifying the transaction.

A digital signature is issued by a licensed Certifying Authority (CA) as defined by Section 24 of the Indian IT Act 2000. These CAs are authorized to issue digital signature certificates. You can find a list of licensed CAs and their contact details on the MCA portal.

Yes, digital signatures in India have gained legal recognition through the Information Technology Act, 2000, providing them with legal validity.

No, each digital signature is unique, ensuring that no two individuals or entities can share the same digital signature.

You have the option to acquire a digital signature with a validity of either 2 years or 3 years from the date of issuance.

Yes, individuals have the flexibility to possess two signatures—one for official use and another for personal purposes.

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