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Digital Signature-Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is used to prove identity, authenticate documents, and is securely used in online transactions by providing a digital signature on documents. It is equivalent to a handwritten signature, but in a digital format with a high level of security.
A Class 3 digital signature certificate is used in various fields, such as Income tax filing, GST Returns, and MCA (ROC) filing, e-tendering/ e-procurement, EPFO filing, trademark and patent filing, for ICEGATE, e-ticketing, etc.
A Digital Signature Certificate is used by individuals, organizations, business owners and professionals, government employees, importers and exporters, foreign users, vendors, and contractors.
When you are applying for a Digital Signature Certificate, you will need to prepare documents like an Aadhaar card, a PAN card, mobile number, an email ID, and organization documents like a business registration certificate, Proof of Authorised Signatory (List of Directors / Board Resolution), and Authorised Signatory ID Proof, etc., if you are applying as an organization.
A Digital Signature Certificate has a validity of 2 years.
Class 3 DSC: Used for GST, MCA, ITR, Tendering, etc.
DGFT DSC: This DSC is used only for importers and exporters (IEC).
A USB Token is a secure hardware device (looks like a pen drive ) used for storing and protecting the digital signature certificate from misuse, being copied, or accessed without permission.
Procedure for how to use the USB Token while using DSC.
Plug the USB Token into Your Computer.
Install the Token Driver (If Required)
Open the Token Manager
Enter the USB Token Password
Check if the DSC is Available in the Token
Use Your DSC for Signing
Yes, DSC is renewable. You can renew your DSC before and after the expiry date by completing e- KYC and verification.
Yes, a Digital Signature Certificate is legally valid in India under the law of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000.
USB Token Bulk Purchase refers to buying multiple tokens in a single order for cost-effectiveness. This option is mainly used by companies, agencies, and service providers who need many tokens for their employees or clients.
