π Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Registration in India
πΉ What is DSC?
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is the digital equivalent of a physical signature in electronic format. It is issued by Certifying Authorities (CAs) and is mandatory for filing MCA/ROC forms, Income Tax returns, GST filings, PF/ESI, and e-tendering.
β Types of DSC
Class 2 DSC β For individuals & organizations (commonly used for ITR, ROC filing).
Class 3 DSC β High-level security (used for e-tendering, e-procurement, patents, trademarks).
DGFT DSC β For Importers & Exporters to apply with DGFT portal.
π Documents Required
For Individuals
PAN Card copy
Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID
Passport-size photo
Email ID & Mobile number
For Organization / Company
Company PAN
Certificate of Incorporation
Board Resolution / Authorization Letter
ID & Address Proof of Authorized Signatory
π― Benefits of DSC
Legally valid & secure authentication
Mandatory for MCA, GST, and Income Tax filings
Saves time (no physical submission required)
Ensures data integrity & protection
Required for e-Tendering, PF, ESI, Trademark, and Patent applications
π° Price of DSC (Approx.)
| Type of DSC | Validity | Price (incl. token) |
|---|---|---|
| Class 2 DSC (Individual) | 2 Years | βΉ1,199 β βΉ1,499 |
| Class 3 DSC (Individual/Org) | 2 Years | βΉ1,499 β βΉ1,999 |
| DGFT DSC | 2 Years | βΉ2,499 β βΉ3,000 |