AT A GLANCE

What is a Digital Signature?

A Digital Signature is a secure key (USB E-Token) that contains the signature in digital format and is issued for the purpose of validating & verifying a particular person or entity.

Who requires a Digital Signature?

It is required by individuals & organizations. The key (USB E-Token) is generated to the applicant in a secure medium and is used for signing official documents online

When is Digital Signature required?

Digital Signature is required when a person or an entity requires performing statutory activities online like filing returns or business registrations etc.

Class 1

This class type is used to secure email communications and shall be issued for both business personnel and private individual use

Class 2

This class type is used for Incorporation of entities, Business Registrations, Income Tax Filing, etc.

Class 3

This class type is used for participating in E-Tendering or E-Auctions.

Platforms Where DSC is Required or Mandatory

Company Incorporation: The Digital Signature Certificate is mandatory if you are incorporating a Public Limited Company, Private Limited Company, Limited Liability Partnership or One Person Company
Obtaining Director Identification Number (DIN)Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is mandatory while you are applying for DIN number
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (Compliances): If your business's annual turnover exceeds INR 60 Lakhs it is mandatory to verify your returns with Digital Signature Certificate
Income Tax: For all the individuals/professionals having an annual gross receipt of More than INR 25 Lakhs and for businesses with annual turnover of INR 1 Crore and above it is mandatory to file income tax with Digital Signature Certificate
Goods and Service Tax: If you are a business entity (other than the Sole Proprietorship) it is mandatory to have Digital Signature Certificate for both registrations and verifying GST Returns online
Import & Export Code: It is mandatory to have DSC while applying for an import & export code
Intelectual Property Rights: Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is required for filing of Intelectual Property Rights like Trademark, Patent etc
E-Tendering: A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is essential for companies and organizations that take part or intend to take part in E-Tendering processes on various Government sites
Employee Provident Fund: Employers in India can use Class 2 Gold or Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates for submitting their employee PF transfer claim form online.

OUR PROCESS

Upload the Required Documents & Information to our web portal

Choose Package and Pay online with different payments modes available

On placing order, your application is assigned to one of our dedicated professional

Our professional team will prepare the necessary documents for DSC

Our professional team will assist you with call/video verification

Courier Your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) USB Key at your doorstep

Documents Required For Digital Signature Certificate

PAN Card

Passport Size Photograph

Aadhar Card

PACKAGES

Basic

1999
Plus taxes

One Class III Digital Signature Certificate for 2 years validity
with Pendrive

Standard

2999
Plus taxes

Two Class III Digital Signature Certificate for 2 years validity
with 1 Pendrive

Premium

4999
Plus taxes

One Class III Digital Signature Certificate for 2 years validity
Encrypted DSC for TenderÂ

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frequently asked questions

Q. What is the difference between Digital Signature & Digital Signature Certificate?

A Digital Signature is an electronic form of a signature that can be used to authenticate the identity of the sender of a message or the signer of a document, and also ensure that the original content of the message or document that has been sent is unchanged. Digital signatures are easily transportable and cannot be imitated by someone else. The ability to ensure that the original signed message arrived means that the sender cannot easily disclaim it later.

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) is the electronic format of physical or paper certificate like a driving License, passport etc. Certificates serve as proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose; for example, a Passport identifies someone as a citizen of that country; who can legally travel to any country. Likewise, a Digital Signature Certificate can be presented electronically to prove your identity, to access information or services on the Internet or to sign certain documents digitally.

Q. How & Where do we get Digital Signature Certificate?

You will get your Digital Signature Certificate in the form of a USB Key (Pen Drive Look Like). On placing the order with us we will courier your DSC USB Key to your registered address mentioned to usÂ Â

Q. Why do i need Digital Signature Certificate?

A Digital Signature Certificate authenticates your identity electronically. It also provides you with a high level of security for your online transactions by ensuring absolute privacy of the information exchanged using a digital certificate. You can use certificates to encrypt information such that only the intended recipient can read it. You can digitally sign information to assure the recipient that it has not been changed in transit, and also verify your identity as the sender of the message.

Q. What is the validity of digital signature certificate?

Digital Signature Certificate is issued with a validity of 1-2 Years.Â After their validity has expired, they need to be renewedÂ

Q. How long will it take for the application to be processed?

You will get DSC within 2-3 working days subject to availability of the documentsÂ

Q. What are the classes in Digital Signature Certificate?

There are three classes of Digital Signature CertificateÂ

Class 1 - This class type is used to secure email communications and shall be issued for both business personnel and private individual use.

Class 2 - This class type is used for Incorporation of entities, Business Registrations, Income Tax Filing, etc.Â These certificates will confirm that the information in the application provided by the subscriber does not conflict with the information in well-recognized consumer databases.

Class 3 - This class type is used for participating in E-Tendering or E-Auctions. These are high assurance certificates, primarily intended for e-commerce applications, they shall be issued to individuals only on their personal (physical) appearance before the Certifying Authorities.

Q. What is a Certifying Authority (CA)?

A Certifying Authority is a trusted agency whose central responsibility is to issue, revoke, renew and provide directories for Digital Signature Certificates. According to Section 24 of the Information Technology Act 2000, Certifying Authority means a person who has been granted a license to issue Digital Signature Certificates.

Q. I have lost my Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) USB Key, What should i do ?

It is advisable toÂ keep your Digital Signature Certificate USB private key in safe custody, but by any chance, if you lost your USB key you can you can revoke your certificate at the certifying authorities website by entering certain information like Registered Email ID, Certificate Serial Number, Date of Birth and Revocation Reason

Q. I have forgot my login credentials of my Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)? Is it possible to reset it?

No. If you have forgotten your private key password, you will have to apply for a new Digital Signature Certificate

Q. What if my Digital Signature Certificate Broke?

You will have to apply for a new Digital Signature Certificate

Q. Do you provide DSC in my town?

Yes E-StartupIndia is an online platform serving all over India no matters wherever you are doing business all you need is internet connection on your mobile or desktop and we are ready to get your job done

Q. Do I need to physically present for the process?

No, You don't need to be physically present for the process, E-StartupIndia is an online catering platform all you need is internet connectionÂ in your phone/computer and the required documents with you and we can get the job done no matters even if you are present at remotest location of the India