Digital
Signature
A Digital Signature refers to a secure key, typically
stored on a USB E-Token, containing a person's or entity's signature in digital
format. It serves the purpose of validating and verifying the identity of the
signer.
Which persons are requires a Digital Signature?
Digital Signatures are needed by both individuals and
organizations. This key, stored on a secure medium like a USB E-Token, is used
for digitally signing official documents online.
When do you need Digital signature?
Digital Signatures are required whenever individuals
or entities need to perform statutory activities online, such as filing returns
or registering businesses.
Category -1
Category -1 digital certificates are utilized to
secure email communications and are issued for both business personnel and
private individuals.
Category -2
Category -2 digital certificates are essential for
tasks like incorporating entities, registering businesses, and filing income
tax returns, among others.
Category -3
Category -3 digital certificates are crucial for
participating in e-tendering or e-auctions, ensuring secure transactions and
bids online.
Places where Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is requires
or mandatory:-
- Company
Incorporation: DSC is compulsory for
incorporating Public Limited Companies, Private Limited Companies, Limited
Liability Partnerships (LLPs), or One Person Companies (OPCs).
- Director
Identification Number (DIN): When applying for Director
Identification Number (DIN), a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is
mandatory.
- Ministry
of Corporate Affairs (MCA) Compliances: Businesses with an
annual turnover exceeding INR 60 Lakhs must verify their returns using a
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) as per MCA requirements.
- Income
Tax Filing: Individuals or professionals with annual gross
receipts exceeding INR 25 Lakhs and businesses with an annual turnover of
INR 1 Crore or more are required to file income tax returns using a
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
- Goods
and Service Tax (GST): Business entities, excluding
Sole Proprietorships, must use a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for
both GST registrations and verifying GST returns online.
- Import
& Export Code (IEC): Applying for an Import &
Export Code (IEC) necessitates the use of a Digital Signature Certificate
(DSC).
- Intellectual
Property Rights (IPR): Filing for Intellectual Property
Rights (IPR) such as trademarks and patents requires a Digital Signature
Certificate (DSC).
- E-Tendering: Companies and
organizations participating in or intending to participate in E-Tendering
processes on various Government sites must possess a Class 3 Digital
Signature Certificate (DSC).
- Employee
Provident Fund (EPF): Employers can submit their
employee PF transfer claim forms online using either a Category 2 Gold or Category
3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
These
requirements underscore the critical role of Digital Signature Certificates
(DSC) in ensuring authenticity, security, and compliance across various
governmental and statutory processes in India.
Our
streamlined process for obtaining your DSC:-
1.
Upload Required
Documents & Information: Begin by uploading all necessary documents and
details through our secure web portal.
2.
Choose Package and Make
Payment: Select your preferred package and complete the
payment online using various available payment modes.
3.
Assignment to Dedicated
Professional: Once your order is placed, it will be assigned to
one of our dedicated professionals.
4.
Document Preparation by
Professional Team: Our experienced team will prepare all the necessary
documents required for your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
5.
Assistance with
Verification: We will assist you through call or video
verification to ensure all requirements are met accurately.
6.
Delivery of DSC USB
Key: Your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
USB key will be securely couriered to your doorstep for immediate use.
This structured approach ensures a
smooth and efficient process for acquiring your Digital Signature Certificate
(DSC), providing you with the necessary tools to conduct secure online
transactions and submissions with ease.
Documents Needed for Digital
Signature Certificate (DSC):-
1.
PAN Card: A copy of your PAN Card is required as proof of identity and tax
registration.
2.
Passport Size
Photograph: Provide a recent passport-size
photograph for identification purposes.
3.
Aadhar Card: Submit a copy of your Aadhar Card for address verification and
additional identity validation.
These documents are essential for
the issuance of your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), ensuring compliance
and authentication for various online transactions and statutory filings.