{"id":16157,"date":"2020-11-17T12:10:56","date_gmt":"2020-11-17T06:40:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/?p=16157"},"modified":"2020-11-17T12:30:19","modified_gmt":"2020-11-17T07:00:19","slug":"how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">The term \u201cDigital Signature Certificate or DSC\u201d denotes as one of the main requirements for incorporating a company, whether a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/private-limited-company-registration\" class=\"text-primary\">Private Limited Company<\/a><\/strong> or Public Limited Company in India. Further, the same is required by Designated Partners of an LLP as well. In this blog, we will discuss the concept and process to obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2cce33ec542\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Different_Classes_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\" title=\"Different Classes of Digital Signature Certificate\">Different Classes of Digital Signature Certificate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Class_1_Certificate\" title=\"Class 1 Certificate\">Class 1 Certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Class_2_Certificate\" title=\"Class 2 Certificate\">Class 2 Certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Class_3_Certificate\" title=\"Class 3 Certificate\">Class 3 Certificate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Benefits_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\" title=\"Benefits of Digital Signature Certificate\">Benefits of Digital Signature Certificate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Authenticity_of_Documents\" title=\"Authenticity of Documents\">Authenticity of Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Integrity_of_Data\" title=\"Integrity of Data\">Integrity of Data<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Reduced_Cost_and_Time\" title=\"Reduced Cost and Time\">Reduced Cost and Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#How_does_a_Digital_Signature_Certificate_work\" title=\"How does a Digital Signature Certificate work?\">How does a Digital Signature Certificate work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Certifying_Authorities_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\" title=\"Certifying Authorities of Digital Signature Certificate\">Certifying Authorities of Digital Signature Certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#How_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\" title=\"How to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India?\">How to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Documents_Required_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\" title=\"Documents Required to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India\">Documents Required to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Process_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\" title=\"Process to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India\">Process to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Visit_the_Official_Portal\" title=\"Visit the Official Portal\">Visit the Official Portal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Fill_up_the_Application_Form\" title=\"Fill up the Application Form\">Fill up the Application Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Attestation_of_Documents\" title=\"Attestation of Documents\">Attestation of Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Payment_Completion\" title=\"Payment Completion\">Payment Completion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Validity_of_DSC_in_India\" title=\"Validity of DSC in India\">Validity of DSC in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-obtain-digital-signature-certificate-in-india\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concept_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Concept of Digital Signature Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Digital Signature Certificate means a secured digital key\nthat comprises of details of the holding person holding, such as the name, pin\ncode, email, country, date of issuance, and the name of the regulatory\nauthority that has granted DSC.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, a DSC is able to reduce cost, save time, avoid the\nscope of fraud during e-filing or statutory filing of documents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, a DSC\nvalidates the identity of the director or designated partner, signing the\ndocument and assists in maintaining Data Integrity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, it shall be relevant to note that there is no need for the signatory to be physically present for signing the document and the clients are being assured of the scope of the document as the chances of forgery gets reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Classes_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Different Classes of Digital Signature Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, a Digital Signature Certificate is a physical equivalent digital certificate that allows the user to perform several functions as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Different-Classes-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading.png\" alt=\"Different Classes DSC\" class=\"wp-image-16162\" width=\"475\" height=\"291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Different-Classes-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading.png 1000w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Different-Classes-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Different-Classes-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading-768x471.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Digitally signing a Document.<\/li><li>Access to Confidential Information on the Internet.<\/li><li>Acts a Prove for Business Transaction.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, the different classes of\nDigital Signature Certificate based on applicability and data protection are as\nfollows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_1_Certificate\"><\/span>Class 1 Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The term \u201cClass 1 Certificate\u201d denotes a certificate that purposes\nto serve both individuals and private subscribers. This type of certificate\nwill declare that the information and details covered within the application\nare not similar to the details available on the consumer database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, it provides a basic level of surety to the user regarding his\/her information and is applicable only in those areas where the threat to data is low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_2_Certificate\"><\/span>Class 2 Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A class 2 certificate is usually utilised by business personnel and\nprivate individuals. Further, in terms of functionality, a class 2 certificate\nserves the same purpose that of a class 1 certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_3_Certificate\"><\/span>Class 3 Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In general terms, a Class 3 certificate is meant to benefit the\nbigger organizations and have a larger scope of applicability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, this certificate intends to work for online trading platforms as well, and it shall be granted to the person only on his\/her personal appearance prior to the issuance authorities. Moreover,&nbsp;a Class 3 Certificate is generally used in situations where the threat to data is significantly higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Benefits of Digital Signature Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of a Digital Signature Certificate are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Benefits-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading.png\" alt=\"Benefits of Digital Signature Certificate\" class=\"wp-image-16163\" width=\"529\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Benefits-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading.png 1000w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Benefits-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Benefits-of-Digital-Signature-Certificate-heading-768x471.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authenticity_of_Documents\"><\/span>Authenticity of Documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Digitally signed documents give\nconfidence to the receiver to be assured of the signer\u2019s authenticity. They can\ntake action on the basis of such documents without getting worried about the\ndocuments being forged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integrity_of_Data\"><\/span>Integrity of Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Documents that are signed digitally\ncannot be altered or edited after signing, which makes the data safe and\nsecure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Cost_and_Time\"><\/span>Reduced Cost and Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Digitally signing a document is quicker and faster than physically signing a document and then scanning the same to send via e-mail. That means the same saves time and cost of printing and scanning documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Also, Read:<\/b> <mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/gst-registration-process-india\">Process of GST Registration in India<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_Digital_Signature_Certificate_work\"><\/span>How does a Digital Signature Certificate work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The working of a Digital Signature\nCertificate can be summarised as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>It is an e-document that is used to validate the identity of an individual.<\/li><li>It needs digital language to authorize content.<\/li><li>The document is properly encrypted and secured.<\/li><li>The receiver needs to have proper key access to operate the document.<\/li><li>One can send the encrypted file to anyone by providing him\/her the key access.<\/li><li>After that, a DSC validates the identity of an e-document or file.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Certifying_Authorities_of_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Certifying Authorities of Digital Signature Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The authorities certifying Digital\nSignature Certificate in India are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>IDRBT Certifying Authority<sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"http:\/\/idrbtca.org.in\/\"><strong><em>[1]<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/sup><\/li><li>E-Mudra<\/li><li>Code Solutions<\/li><li>Safescrypt<sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"http:\/\/mcacert.safescrypt.com\/home.html\"><strong><em>[2]<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/sup><\/li><li>Tata Consultancy Service <\/li><li>National Informatics Center<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\"><\/span>How to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One can obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India by directly approaching the Certifying Authority or applying online through third-party service providers, such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\" class=\"text-primary\">SwaritAdvsiors<\/a><\/strong>. Further, the process of obtaining DSC requires both the original documents and their self-attested copies. Also, the applicant for DSC needs to undergo the process of eKYC authentication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\"><\/span>Documents Required to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The documents required to obtain Digital\nSignature Certificate in India are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>DSC Application Form<\/li><li>Identity Proof for the Applicant<\/li><li>Address Proof for the Applicant<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Process_to_Obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate_in_India\"><\/span>Process to Obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The steps involved in the process to obtain Digital Signature Certificate in India are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Process-to-Obtain-Digital-Signature-Certificate-in-India-heading-985x1024.png\" alt=\"Process to Obtain DSC\" class=\"wp-image-16161\" width=\"397\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Process-to-Obtain-Digital-Signature-Certificate-in-India-heading-985x1024.png 985w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Process-to-Obtain-Digital-Signature-Certificate-in-India-heading-288x300.png 288w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Process-to-Obtain-Digital-Signature-Certificate-in-India-heading-768x799.png 768w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Process-to-Obtain-Digital-Signature-Certificate-in-India-heading.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Official_Portal\"><\/span>Visit the Official Portal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the first step, the applicant requires to choose any of the above mentioned six certifying authorities. After that, select the type of business entity for which he\/she requires DSC or Digital Signature Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it shall be relevant to state that once the applicant gets access on the portal of the Issuance Authority, then he\/she will be guided towards the \u201cDigital Certification Services\u201d section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, if in case, the applicant wants to acquire DSC for an\norganisation, then a \u201cnew tab\u201d with the \u201cDSC application form\u201d will appear. The\napplicant needs to download and fill the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fill_up_the_Application_Form\"><\/span>Fill up the Application Form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the next step, the applicant needs to\nprovide the details as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Name of the Applicant<\/li><li>Contact Details<\/li><li>Validity of Digital Signature Certificate<\/li><li>Type of Digital Signature Certificate<\/li><li>Specific Class of Digital Signature Certificate<\/li><li>Residential Address of the Applicant<\/li><li>ID Proof in the form of Voter Id, Aadhar Card, etc.<\/li><li>Address Proof of the applicant in the form of Utility Bills.<\/li><li><strong><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/gst-registration\">Goods and Service Tax<\/a><\/strong> Registration Number.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the applicant has filed in all the required details, he\/she then needs to attach his\/her latest photo and specify the signature in the declaration column. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the applicant needs to enclose\nthe information concerning the attestation officer and payment details in this\nstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attestation_of_Documents\"><\/span>Attestation of Documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this step, the applicant requires to\nget all the documents, identity proofs, and address proofs attest by the\nattesting officer. After that, scan all the attested documents and upload them\nwith the form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Payment_Completion\"><\/span>Payment Completion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the last step, the applicant needs to make the payment\nconcerning the Digital Signature Certificate, in favour of the local\nregistration officer, in the form of a cheque or demand draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, the details of the issuance authority, to whom the applicant\nneeds to submit the form will vary zone-wise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, after the completion of the registration procedure,\nthe applicant needs to be posted. Together with the documents as follows: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Attested copy of the Address Proof.<\/li><li>Attested copy of the Identity Proof.<\/li><li>Demand Draft or Cheque.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Validity_of_DSC_in_India\"><\/span>Validity of DSC in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, a DSC or\nDigital Signature Certificate has the validity of 1 to 2 years. That means an\napplicant can apply for the renewal of DSC after its expiry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, the process of\nDigital Signature Certificate Renewal is somehow the same as that of a regular\nDSC Registration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the applicant can\neither go to the issuance authority with the required documents or can take advantage\nof the online portal for doing the same.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a nutshell, a Digital Signature Certificate or DSC is capable of offering personalized protection to the individuals who are willing to prevent fraudulent doings, address online tasks, such as accessing membership based portals, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/income-tax-return-filing\" class=\"text-primary\">ITR Filing<\/a><\/strong>, or furnishing e-tender documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, a DSC provides end-to-end protection to emails and transaction-related tasks and can assist in establishing SSL\/TLS encrypted secured sessions whenever required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of any other doubt or dilemma, reach out to Swarit Advisors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Also, Read:<\/b> <mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/private-limited-company-registration-procedure-in-india\/\">Private Limited Company Registration Procedure in India<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The term \u201cDigital Signature Certificate or DSC\u201d denotes as one of the main requirements for incorporating a company, whether a Private Limited Company or Public Limited Company in India. 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