Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate is required to file with the MCA, GST portal, Income Tax e-filing and e-tendering platforms. We get yours issued quickly, with full support through document submission and mandatory video KYC.
Starting at ₹1,499**Professional fee only — the Certifying Authority's licence fee for the certificate and USB token is additional and quoted upfront before you proceed.
What Is a Digital Signature Certificate?
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is the electronic equivalent of a physical signature, issued by a government-licensed Certifying Authority and used to sign documents and forms on official portals — the MCA, GST, Income Tax e-filing, EPFO and various e-tendering platforms. It confirms your identity and ensures the document hasn't been altered after signing. A Class 3 DSC, the most commonly used type, is issued on a secure USB token and is mandatory for company directors, LLP designated partners, and professionals filing on these portals. Digital signatures are recognised and governed under the Information Technology Act, 2000, with Certifying Authorities licensed under Section 24.
Who Needs a Digital Signature Certificate?
Company directors & LLP partners — required to sign incorporation forms, annual filings and other documents with the MCA.
GST-registered businesses — needed to file returns and applications on the GST portal, especially for companies and LLPs.
Chartered accountants & company secretaries — professionals who certify and file returns on behalf of clients.
Businesses bidding on e-tenders — many government e-tendering portals require a DSC to submit bids securely.
Individuals filing income tax returns — some categories of taxpayers, and anyone signing tax audit reports, need a DSC for e-filing.
Types of DSC We Issue
Class 3 Individual DSC
For directors, partners and individual professionals filing on government portals.
Class 3 Organisation DSC
Issued in the name of the organisation for authorised signatories.
DSC with Encryption (Combo)
Signing plus encryption certificate for tender and document security use cases.
Video KYC / eKYC Support
We guide you through the mandatory video verification for issuance.
Documents Required for DSC Issuance
PAN card — mandatory identity proof for both individual and organisation DSC applications.
Aadhaar card or other address proof — used for identity and address verification by the Certifying Authority.
Passport-size photograph — a recent photo for the certificate application.
Mobile number & email — required for OTP verification and video KYC scheduling.
Organisation authorisation letter (for organisation DSC) — confirming the applicant is an authorised signatory of the company or LLP.
How It Works
Choose DSC Type
We help you pick the right class and validity period (1-2 years).
Document Submission
PAN, Aadhaar and photo are submitted for identity verification.
Video KYC
A short video verification call completes the issuance process.
DSC Token Delivery
Your signed USB token is issued and ready to use.
Estimated Processing Time
A DSC is typically issued within 1-3 working days after documents are submitted and video KYC is completed. Once issued, it can be registered on the MCA, GST and Income Tax e-filing portals the same day.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applying with a name or address that doesn't exactly match across PAN and Aadhaar, which causes verification rejection.
Buying a Class 2 certificate for GST or MCA filings that now require Class 3.
Letting the DSC token or certificate expire before a filing deadline, causing last-minute delays.
Sharing the DSC USB token or PIN with unauthorised staff, creating an authentication and liability risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)?
A Digital Signature Certificate is an electronic form of a signature issued by a licensed Certifying Authority, used to sign documents and forms digitally on government portals such as the MCA, GST and Income Tax e-filing websites, in place of a physical signature.
How long is a DSC valid?
A DSC is typically issued with a validity of 1 or 2 years, after which it needs to be renewed to continue signing documents electronically.
Do I need a USB token?
Yes, Class 3 DSCs are issued on a secure USB token (e-token) that stores your private key, which must be connected to your computer whenever you sign a document.
Can a DSC be used for GST and Income Tax filing both?
Yes, a single Class 3 DSC can be registered and used across the MCA, GST, and Income Tax e-filing portals, once registered on each portal separately.
What is the difference between Class 3 individual and organisation DSC?
An individual DSC is issued in a person's own name for personal filings, while an organisation DSC is issued in the name of a company or LLP with the individual as an authorised signatory, used for filings made on behalf of the organisation.
Is video KYC mandatory for DSC issuance?
Yes, Certifying Authorities require a short video verification call as part of the mandatory identity verification process before issuing a DSC.
Who needs a Digital Signature Certificate?
Company directors, LLP designated partners, chartered accountants, company secretaries, and anyone filing forms on the MCA, GST, Income Tax, EPFO or e-tendering portals typically needs a DSC.
How long does it take to get a DSC issued?
A DSC is typically issued within 1-3 working days after documents are submitted and video KYC is completed.
You May Also Need
Private Limited Company
Your DSC is needed to file the incorporation forms.
LLP Registration
Designated partners need a DSC before filing.
GST Registration
A DSC is often needed for company/LLP GST filings.
What's the difference between Class 3 and DGFT DSC?
Class 3 DSC is used for MCA, GST, income tax and e-tendering filings, while DGFT DSC is a specific certificate required only for import-export code and DGFT portal transactions.
Can I use the same DSC on multiple devices?
A DSC is tied to a physical USB token, not a device, so it can be used on any computer where the token drivers are installed — but it cannot be duplicated or shared across tokens.