DSC stands for Digital Signature Certificate is a physical signature in an electronic format. A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is a secure digital key that certifies the identity of the holder which is issued by a Certifying Authority (CA). Digital signatures are easily transportable and cannot be imitated by someone else. Digital Signatures are required for the purpose of signing the documents electronically such as for filing e-forms with Ministry of Corporate Affairs, for filing Income Tax returns, for getting license of import export, for e-tendering, GST registration, for obtaining DIN, e-auctions etc. |
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Different classes of Digital Signature Certificates?
Class 2 Certificate: These certificates will be issued for both business personnel and private individuals use. These certificates will confirm that the information in the application provided by the subscriber does not conflict with the information in well-recognized consumer databases. This type of DSC is required for filing e-forms with Ministry of Corporate Affairs, for filing Income Tax returns, for getting license of import export, GST registration, for obtaining DIN etc.
Class 3 Certificate: This certificate will be issued to individuals as well as organizations. As these are high assurance certificates, primarily intended for e-commerce applications, they shall be issued to individuals only on their personal (physical) appearance before the Certifying Authorities. This type of DSC is required for e-tendering and e-auctions.