What’s included, and what’s not

Digital Signature Certificate at a glance

Confirm the requirement, scope and external charges before preparation begins.

Starting professional fee

₹2500

Class 3 DSC with two-year validity and a DSC e-token included.

Review the type of DSC required
Coordinate with the applicant for video recording and the e-KYC process
Download the approved certificate to the token
Dispatch or delivery of the token

Review my requirement

Confirm before starting

Attestation and additional work are separate

Translation of foreign-language documents, attestations, and specialised DSC requirements such as encryption for e-tendering are charged separately.

No surprise work: inclusions, exclusions and any additional charges are agreed with you before we proceed.

First decision

Confirm the right type of DSC certificate

Confirm whether you need a regular Class 3 or DGFT DSC, whether encryption is required, and whether the certificate should be in an organisation’s or individual’s name.

Timing note

Processing time can vary

Processing time depends on the applicant completing e-KYC and video verification.

Documents to keep ready

Information and documents to prepare

Select the relevant tab below. These records help us review your digital signature requirement; additional evidence may be needed for your circumstances.

Applicant identity

Keep the applicant’s identity and contact information ready.

PAN or applicable identity document

Address proof required by the certifying authority

Applicant email address and mobile number

Photo and verification details requested for the selected route

Consistency check: names, addresses, dates and amounts should match across all documents — mismatches are a common cause of delay.

Additional documents: the final checklist is tailored to your case, so you only prepare what’s actually needed.

A quick check to find your route

Which of these sounds like you?

Choose the option closest to your situation for a starting route and the next step. We’ll confirm the details with you.

QUICK ROUTE CHECK

Start with the right service route

The same service can mean different applications depending on your facts. This helps you find the right starting point.

Focuses on the immediate requirement

Shows the likely starting route

Explains the next action

Select the situation that best matches your requirement.

Suggested starting route

Confirm with a consultant

Your situation	Initial fit	Route	Why or next step
The certificate is for personal portal signing	✓ Individual route	Individual DSC	Identity appears in the subscriber certificate.
The certificate represents a company or LLP role	? Organisation route	Organisation DSC	Entity authorisation and role evidence are required.
The use is DGFT, tender or specialised encryption	- Check purpose	Purpose-compatible DSC	Confirm the portal and certificate requirements before purchase.

Compare before proceeding

The two most common routes, compared

Use the closest route as a starting point; the final scope depends on the underlying records.

Route 1

Individual DSC

The certificate is for personal portal signing
Identity appears in the subscriber certificate.
Validate the name against Aadhaar and PAN for a smooth e-KYC process.

Route 2

Organisation DSC

The certificate is required to sign on behalf of the business, with the business name embedded in the certificate.
An authorisation letter in favour of the person applying for the Digital Signature Certificate is required.

Decision checkpoint: The right route depends on your specific facts — the applicant, purpose, period and any deadline — not just the service name.

Why this is worth doing properly

Benefits of an organised Digital Signature Certificate process

Done properly, you’re left with the right outcome and clean records you can use for the next step.

Choose the right certificate class and validity

The right type of Digital Signature Certificate helps ensure that the same DSC token can be used for all compatible purposes.

Organise identity and authority records

PAN and address proof, and for an organisation DSC the authorisation letter and entity proof, are prepared for the CA's video/eKYC step.

Match the application to the intended activity

Certificate class and validity — 1, 2 or 3 years — are chosen for the intended use, so you don't buy the wrong class or an unneeded token.

Reduce avoidable document mismatches

The applicant name is aligned exactly across PAN, Aadhaar and email, so the DSC is not held at verification.

Track application and verification steps

The CA application, video verification and token download or dispatch are followed to completion, with the expiry date noted for renewal.

Five clear stages

How the work is done — five clear stages

You’ll know which stage you’re at, from the first call through to a checked submission and a clear outcome.

Choose subscriber type, class and validity

We check the portal or tender you need to use and confirm the applicant type, signing or encryption requirement, and certificate validity.

Complete PAN, mobile and identity checks

We check the applicant’s identity and contact details against the certifying authority’s requirements and flag any mismatch before submission.

Prepare entity authorisation where applicable

For an organisation certificate, we organise the entity records and evidence that the applicant is authorised to sign on its behalf.

Complete video or prescribed verification

You complete the required identity, OTP and video checks directly. We guide you through the process without taking control of your private signing credentials.

Issue or download the certificate and token

Once the certifying authority approves the request, we assist with downloading the certificate to the token and checking its use on the intended portal.

Keep the process smooth

Before you start, and after you finish

Prepare the right records before work begins, then follow the service-specific actions below after completion.

Before starting

Check the certificate type accepted by the intended portal
Confirm the applicant name and organisation details
Keep the applicant available for required verification
Agree token, validity and any additional attestation costs

After completion

Check certificate particulars and expiry date
Protect the token and PIN; do not share signing access
Register or update the DSC on the required portals
Test signing and set a renewal reminder

Questions people ask us most

Digital Signature Certificate FAQs

Which DSC class and validity should I choose?

Choose the certificate class, signing or encryption use and validity accepted by the portal or organisation where it will be used.

Do I need a physical USB token?

A signing certificate may be delivered through an approved cryptographic token or another permitted method. Confirm the issuing provider and target portal requirements.

Can one DSC be used on MCA, Income-tax and GST portals?

The same valid subscriber certificate may work across supported portals, subject to portal registration, authorised-signatory status and token compatibility.

Is Digital Signature Certificate available through an online application?

The main application is online, but the authority may require OTP, video, document, DSC, inspection or other verification depending on the category.

Does the starting price include government fees?

The starting professional fee and its inclusions are stated in the banner. Government, licence, token and third-party charges are confirmed separately.

Can any business use the same category?

No. Applicant type, activity, turnover, capacity, portal use and authority rules determine the suitable category.

Official references: CCA - how to obtain a DSC · CCA certificate classes. Rules, forms, fees and authority procedures can change; confirm the current position before submission.

Content reviewed: August 2026.

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