📑 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Registration in India

🔹 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.

✅ Types of DSC

1. Class 2 DSC – For individuals & organizations (commonly used for ITR, ROC filing).

2. Class 3 DSC – High-level security (used for e-tendering, e-procurement, patents, trademarks).

3. DGFT DSC – For Importers & Exporters to apply with DGFT portal.

📂 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

🎯 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

💰 Price of DSC (Approx.)