Electronic signature certificate required for filing documents with MCA, GST, income tax, and other government portals.
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is an electronic identity document used to sign documents digitally. It is mandatory for company incorporation (MCA filings), GST registration for companies, e-tendering, and income tax filings. DSCs are issued by licensed Certifying Authorities (CAs) like eMudhra, Sify, NSDL, and Capricorn. Classes: Class 2 (individual identity verification), Class 3 (high security, used for e-tendering and MCA).
Choose a licensed Certifying Authority (CA) → Select DSC class and validity period (typically 2 years) → Fill application form with personal and PAN details → Upload documents and complete KYC → Make payment → Receive DSC on USB token or as file download
Select a licensed Certifying Authority (eMudhra, Sify, NSDL, Capricorn)
Choose Class 2 (MCA/GST) or Class 3 (e-tendering) DSC
Fill the application form and select validity (typically 2 years)
Complete e-KYC via Aadhaar or physical verification, make payment
Get DSC on USB token or as a file download