It is common in India to e-sign documents digitally using DSC. Capricorn and eMudhra are two reputed Certifying Authorities and also well known brands in Digital Signature.
DSC is an acronym for "Digital Signature Certificate". The Digital Signature is a software file. DSC can stored only in a special USB crypto token like ePass2003,
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Paper-less steps are now available to get a new Digital Signature. Paper-less process is faster, cheaper, and fully online.
Step 1: Enter applicant name, phone, email, and choose brand of DSC - eMudhra or Capricorn.
Step 2: After payment, receive an automatic e-mail with link to open CA Portal.
Step 3: Create KYC ID / PIN or use existing KYC ID.
Step 4: Upload PAN Card, Proof of Address, and a passport size photo. For Organization, additional documents must be uploaded.
Step 5: Record Video using phone or laptop. Read statement shown on screen.
Step 6: eMudhra / Capricorn will approve and issue Digital Signature Certificate.
Step 7: Download DSC and store on USB cryptographic token such as ePass2003-Auto.
DSC is now sold in only one class : Class-3. There will be no more Class-2 sold in 2021 as per CCA guidelines.
Class-3 DSC is sufficient to sign documents for a large variety of purposes - including tax returns (Income Tax /GST), invoice signing (Tally or PDF), completing Director's KYC, register new business firm on MCA Portal, applying Import Export Code (IEC), EPF Portal, etc.
Some Tender Portals require vendors to use Class-3 Digital Signature with encryption combo. Generally for tender bidders, Class-3 Combo is a safe recommended option.
Buy Digital SignatureePass2003Auto is used to store Digital Signature Certificates. It is a secure storage device with strong authentication and password protected.
Designed to be secure from virus attacks, the token has mechanisms to prevent thefts of Digital Signature. ePass2003 Auto complies with the FIPS 140-2 security standards.
Paper-less steps have reduced the price of DSC. New or Renewal - applicants enjoy low price now. Price is not a barrier for common man to use Digital Signature.
Renewal applicants may choose to buy only DSC Certificate without token, and re-use existing USB token. New applicants who buy DSC for the first time need ePass2003-Auto.
For Individual persons, Class-3 will be the only DSC class sold in 2021. While the price was cheaper for Class-2, the Certifying Authority has stopped issuing Class-2 to comply with CCA guidelines. Only Class-3 DSC will be sold for Individuals from 2021 onwards. DSC is available with validity period of 1, 2, or 3 years.
Class-3 DSC can be used to file GST returns, income tax returns, signing invoices on Tally or any other accounting software, PDF signing, register new business on MCA portal, EPF, Director's KYC, and even some of the tender portals in India.
Tender portals in India accept Class-3 Digital Signature to submit bids online. The type of applicant can be sole-proprietor, partnership firm, LLP, registered company, or trusts.
Authorized signatory for the organization must give permission for the issue of Class-3 Digital Signature to their staff.
Paper-less steps are now available to issue Class-3 Digital Signature for Organizations. DSC is available with validity period of 1 year, 2 years, or 3 years.
Applicants have option to buy only Signature, or Combo. The combo includes both Signature and Encryption. Check with Tender Inviting Authority if you need Combo.
DSC applicants receive premium support free of cost. Use live chat or contact support over phone or email. It is a simple experience to buy Digital Signature.
Few questions are answered in Digital Signature DSC FAQ. Got more questions? Call us or live chat for immediate response.
KYC stands for Know-Your-Customer. Applicants upload Pan Card or Aadhaar XML to complete eKYC online. The process is completed online with upload of PAN Card and one proof of address. No attestation is required. There is no need send physical documents.
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It is a secure sharable document which can be used by Aadhar number holder for offline verification of Identity.
Service Providers like telecom mobile companies, Digital Signature Providers, and others can establish identify of an individual using Aadhaar eKYC XML.
The XML file contains Name, Address, Photo, Gender, DOB, registered Mobile Number, Email address of resident among other details.
It is a secure sharable document which can be used by Aadhar number holder for offline verification of Identity.
Watch Online Video on how to download Aadhaar XML File
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