Why Apply for DSC & USB Token with Religare?

Religare Digital helps you buy Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and USB Token from an authorized Certifying Authority (CA). A DSC contains your private key (stored in a token), public key, personal details (name, organization, etc.), and validity of certificate. Basically a DSC works as an electronic fingerprint that enables digital document signing for important transactions and mandatory filings, while ensuring authentic verification and data protection. Within USB token, private encryption key of your DSC is safely secured and you can seamlessly transfer data between different devices without compromising your security, as and when required. We have a dedicated team to assist you in getting DSC & token online.

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Benefits of Buying DSC & USB Token

The benefits of buying DSC & USB Token are:

  • Online and paperless method of authenticating documents
  • Seamless e-signing for individuals & organisations
  • Saves cost and time by streamlining documentation online
  • Protects documents as once signed, documents cannot be tempered with
  • Quick and hassle free issuance, renewal and correction are available

Uses of Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is used for securely signing electronic documents and establishing authenticity and legal identity of the holder. In other words, it is tamper proof and the holder can’t deny signing of the document, as the process is backed by an encrypted key which is private & unique to the holder. DSC is mandated for conducting significant online transactions across industries, such as:

MCA e-filing
Income Tax e-filing
GST filing
e-Tendering
LLP registration
Patent and trademark e-filing
IE code registration
Form 16
Legal audits & court documents
Customs e-filing
e-Procurement
e-Biding

How to Apply for Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Online?

Applying for Digital Signature Certificate online is a fast and hassle free process. You can conveniently apply for digital signature certificate and USB token through Religare Digital Website and our team will assist you to buy DSC and token.

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Fill application form for DSC & USB Token.

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Share your Name, Email and Mobile Number.

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Verify your request by sharing OTP.

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Submit the application.

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Our Team will call and assist you in completing your DSC & USB Token application.

Digital Signature Process

Documents Required for Submitting a DSC Application

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Pan Card

Applicant's Scanned Copy of PAN
is required.

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Aadhar Card

Scanned Copy of Aadhar is mandatory to apply for DSC online.

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Passport-sized photo

Passport-sized photographs with a white background are required.

What are Digital Signature Certificates?

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is a highly secure digital file that stores sender’s digital signature and personal details in an encrypted format. It helps the signer authenticate their details and generate a digital signature on legal documents, forms and emails. A DSC is registered by a Certifying Authority (CA), licensed by the Controller of Certifying Authority (CCA). In other words, a DSC is a digital alternative of “wet signature” and accepted legally. In India the Information Technology Act, 2000 governs the use of DSCs for digital environment. A DSC is issued by CA for a limited validity, ranging from 1 year, 2 year and 3 years and thus it is important to get it renewed before expiry.

Types of Digital Signature Certificates

  • Class 2 DSC (Now merged with Class 3):
    • Issued to the authorized signatories
    • Used for filing income tax returns, GST returns and company registrations (on MCA website)
    • Verifies identity against a government-approved database
  • Class 3 DSC:
    • Class 3 DSC is the highest level of security and now mandatory for all government filings & documents
    • Required for e-tendering, e-auctions and other high-value transactions
    • Issued only after in-person verification
    • Multi factor registration for Class 3 DSC is completed on eMudhra Website
    • Issued by authorized Certifying Authorities, Class 3 DSC Price varies as per issuance fee & validity

How DSC Ensures Digital Security

A Digital Signature Certificate ensures secure and tamper-proof digital transactions. When you sign a document, a unique hash is created and it is encrypted with your private key, forming the digital signature. When the receiver receives the signed document, the system generates a new hash and decrypts your signature using your public key. When both the keys match, the document’s authenticity is validated. A DSC prevents unauthorized modifications. Any tempering with the signature or a signed document; will make the digital signature certificate invalid. Likewise, digital signing certificate also ensures non-repudiation, i.e. the signer cannot deny signing of the document. In all, by safeguarding authenticity and integrity, DSC protects sensitive data and builds trust in digital communications.

How to install a Digital Signature Certificate?

It is easy to install DSC. First of all, disable antivirus and use Internet Explorer 9+ for best experience. Plug in the USB token, enter DSC details, verify, select FIPS Token and you will get option to download DSC.

Types of DSC Classification

  • Signing: A DSC is commonly used for digital signing of documents. It can be conveniently integrated to PDFs, documents, GST returns, income tax returns, MCA online forms and other web-based forms & services. By incorporating a DSC, an individual/organisation basically validates the authenticity of the document.
  • Encrypt: DSC is also used by organisations & individuals to encrypt confidential and sensitive files, documents or data such as web documents, legal documents, e-tender filing and other confidential records. Businesses and individuals upload important documents on the web portals after encryption.
  • Sign and Encrypt: For important documents and forms, DSC is used for both signing as well as encrypting to authenticate the document. Mostly, signing as well as encrypting is required for filing government forms and applications.

Who Is Eligible for DSC Registration in India?

In India, any individual or organization that needs to sign documents digitally for official purposes, such as and not limited to, company registration, tax filing and e-tendering, is eligible to apply for DSC registration. For instance, individuals/ self-employed like Freelancers and Consultants who sign contracts & invoices; Entrepreneurs, Proprietors and even job seekers and those working as managers, and secretaries of companies; Professionals who file documents on government portals like e-governance officials, Chartered Accountants (CAs), Company Secretaries (CS) and Cost & Management Accountants (CMAs) and many more, require DSC for binding legal online communication.

FAQs

The Certifying Authorities (CAs) issue validity while registering a DSC. The digital signature certificate validity typically ranges for one, two or three years. Each DSC can be renewed prior the expiry. As you apply for the DSC, you apply for renewal before expiration of validity

Yes, a single DSC can be used for multiple purposes. You don’t need to apply for different DSC for multiple tasks as a single identity. However, one can have different DSC for different companies or identities.

Typically, it takes up to seven working days to receive a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) after a successful applyication. The duration will depend on the verification completion at Certifying Authority (CA). In many cases, a DSC can be submitted on same day or the next day where eKYC through Aadhaar is used for registration.

You can conveniently renew your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) online. The process is paperless and hassle free. Similar to applying for DSC Online, the Renewal requires fresh identity verification. You fill the application with a Certifying Authority or an eGovernance portal and opt for eKYC or physical verification. With an e-governance portal you can opt for assisted application where a professional helps you complete your application.

Here is the tentative list of documents required for DSC Certificate: Aadhaar, PAN, Address proof, latest photo, Authorization Letter and Identity proof. Authorized Signatory proofs for organization include partnership deed, business registration certificate, or other legal documents that authorizes one to sign on behalf of the business.

To verify DSC authenticity, download the Certificate from MCA application. Check Signature Status by opening the certificate. If the DSC is marked with “?”, it needs validation. To verify, right-click on the signature and select "Show Signature Properties." Now view certificate details by clicking on "Show Certificate." Go to the Trust tab and click "Add to Trusted Identities" and click "OK" in the Acrobat Security window. Enable options for Certified Documents, Dynamic Content, JavaScript, and System Operations. Click "Validate Signature." The warning signs will turn into a green tick mark. Click "Close." The DSC is now authenticated.

  • Individuals require DSC for signing digital documents, especially in high-security transactions.
  • Businesses & Corporates require DSC for filing tax returns, GST filings, and company registrations.
  • Government Vendors & Contractors need DSC for e-Tendering and procurement processes.
  • Chartered Accountants & Tax Professionals require DSC for income tax, ROC, and GST filings.
  • Company Directors & Partners use DSC to sign official documents for MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) filings.
  • Lawyers & Legal Professionals require DSC for e-filing of legal documents and affidavits.

The cost of DSC includes issuance fee for DSC class 3 (varies as per issuing CA), a one-time of cost of medium (USB token price) and renewal cost which is applicable after validity. Individuals, Company Representatives and professionals can procure DSCs from any of the approved Egov Portals and Certification Agencies as per the MCA.

A digital signature is an electronic signature used to sign & authenticate a digital document. A digital signature certificate however provides a unique ID to the signature by adding a security to the digital signature. A DSC involves key generation, registration and verification by a certifying authority. It holds the public key and personal information of the DSC signer in a USB token.

A DSC is used to sign significant digital documents, across the industries ranging from business & Legal Documents like Contracts & Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Court Documents & Affidavits etc; Government & Tax Filings such as ITR & GST Filings, Registrar of Companies Forms, e-Tendering & e-Procurement Documents; Financial & Banking Documents such as Agreements for loan & insurance policies, online banking transactions etc; Employee & HR Documents like Offer Letters & Employment Contracts, Salary Slips, Appraisal Letters, EPF & ESIC Filings and Digital Transactions like Email & Software Code Signing, e-Invoices & Purchase Orders and Digital Certificates for Websites (SSL).

Yes, a DSC can be used for foreign trade in India, through the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) portal. A DSC ensures safe & authentic business signature and documents’ exchange, for import and export activities as per Indian Legal framework.