Class 3 DSC, usually issued the same day.
Sign MCA, GST, income tax, DGFT and e-tender filings securely. We help you choose the right Class 3 DSC, complete video verification, issue it on a secure token and register it on the portals you use.
What a Digital Signature Certificate is
Legally Valid Signature
Recognised under the Information Technology Act, 2000 for signing electronic documents.
Class 3 Only
Class 3 is now the only class issued in India; Class 1 and 2 have been phased out.
On a Secure Token
Stored on a USB crypto token and used with a PIN.
Digital Signature Certificate: the key facts
| Regulator | Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA), issued by licensed Certifying Authorities |
| Class | Class 3: individual, organisation, signing and encryption |
| Validity | 1, 2 or 3 years, as permitted by CCA |
| Verification | Mostly video-based under CCA Identity Verification Guidelines v2.5 (February 2026) |
| Documents | PAN, Aadhaar or other ID, photograph; organisation proof for organisation DSCs |
| Consultant | Bizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles business set-up and registrations (company and LLP incorporation, Udyam, ZED, NSIC, IEC, APEDA, certificates of origin, AD code, Shop Act and DSC) for businesses across India: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com |
Which DSC do you need?
Find the right DSC type for your filings or tenders.
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| No. | DSC / Use | Detail | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class 3 Individual, SigningFor directors, partners, proprietors and professionals | MCA, GST, income tax, EPFO and most e-filings | Most common | |
| 2 | Class 3 Signing & Encryption (Combo)For bidders | e-tenders and e-procurement portals that need encryption | For tenders | |
| 3 | Class 3 OrganisationIn the name of an authorised signatory for an organisation | Company and institutional filings | Organisation | |
| 4 | DGFT DSCFor importers and exporters | Signing applications on the DGFT portal | Exporters | |
| 5 | Foreign National DSCFor foreign directors and signatories | With apostilled or consularised documents | Foreign | |
| 6 | MCA FilingsCompanies and LLPs | SPICe+, FiLLiP, annual returns and event forms | Use | |
| 7 | GST & Income TaxBusinesses and professionals | GST returns for companies; tax audit and other filings | Use | |
| 8 | Tenders & GeMGovernment bidders | Bidding on e-procurement portals | Use | |
| 9 | ICEGATE & EPFOExporters and employers | Customs filings and EPFO employer functions | Use |
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Tell us about your business and plans, and we’ll confirm exactly which registration and route applies to you.
Tell us what the product is and we’ll confirm which approvals it needs, free.
Sources: Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA) guidelines, checked on 2 November 2026.
Get your DSC plan and quote
Tell us about your business. A specialist confirms the documents, government fees, timeline and our fixed professional fee, in writing.
- Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
- Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
- Fixed professional feeGovernment fees and stamp duty shown separately, at actuals.
What DSC costs
Price depends on type (signing or combo) and validity (1–3 years).
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Your DSC, step by step
We check documents before anything is filed, so you avoid resubmissions and rejections.
Choose Type
Class 3 signing, combo or DGFT, and validity chosen.
Day 1Application
Application with PAN, ID and photograph.
Day 1Video Verification
Short video verification and mobile/email OTP.
Day 1Issue
DSC downloaded onto your USB token.
Usually same dayRegister & Renew
DSC registered on MCA, GST or tender portals; renewal tracked.
Before expiryRegistrations for businesses anywhere in India
These registrations are filed online, so we handle them for founders, MSMEs, exporters and overseas promoters in every state, including:
Common mistakes we fix
Wrong Type for Tenders
Most e-tenders need a signing and encryption combo DSC.
Expired DSC
Filings stop when the DSC expires; renew in advance.
Not Registered on Portal
Each portal (MCA, GST, tenders) needs the DSC registered.
Name Mismatch
DSC name must match PAN and portal records.
What you’ll likely need next
Company Incorporation
Choose and register the right business structure. See Company Incorporation.
Private Limited Company
SPICe+ incorporation with PAN, TAN, EPFO and ESIC. See Private Limited Company.
LLP Registration
Limited liability with partnership flexibility. See LLP Registration.
Import Export Code (IEC)
DGFT code to import or export, with annual update. See Import Export Code (IEC).
NSIC Registration
Free tender sets and EMD exemption for MSEs. See NSIC Registration.
Common questions about Digital Signature Certificates (DSC)
Which DSC class do I need?
How long is a DSC valid?
Which DSC is needed for e-tenders?
How quickly can I get a DSC?
Can a foreign national get an Indian DSC?
Set up right the first time
Tell us what you’re starting or registering. We’ll confirm the documents, fees and timeline in writing, free.