🧾 What is a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)?

A Digital Signature Certificate is the electronic equivalent of a physical signature used to sign forms digitally. It ensures authenticity, integrity, and non-repudiation of documents submitted to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

As per MCA requirements, all eForms (like INC-32, DIR-3, DIR-12, etc.) must be signed using a Class 3 DSC.

✅ Who Needs a DSC?

  • Directors of companies (Private Ltd, LLP, OPC, Section 8)
  • Partners of LLPs
  • Chartered Accountants / Company Secretaries / Legal Professionals
  • Authorized signatories filing MCA, GST, Income Tax, or EPF documents
  • Foreign nationals acting as company directors or subscribers

📑 Documents Required

Indian Citizens Foreign Nationals
PAN card Passport
Aadhaar / Address Proof Address Proof (Utility Bill / Bank Statement)
Email ID Email ID
Mobile Number Mobile Number
Passport-size photo Passport-size photo
Video verification (online) Video verification (online)

🛠️ Services Included

  • Application for Class 3 DSC (Individual or Organization)
  • Paperless Aadhaar eKYC or traditional document-based verification
  • Video recording (as per CCA norms)
  • DSC token setup and installation assistance
  • Renewal or revocation support
  • Compatible for MCA21, GST, Income Tax, EPFO, and more

📋 Validity & Processing Time

Type Validity Issuance Time
Class 3 Individual 2 Years Same day (if KYC complete)
Class 3 Organization 2 Years 1–2 working days
Renewal 2 Years Within 6 hours (existing token)

💡 Why Choose SITPakz Solution (SSPL)?

  • ✅ Partnered with licensed CAs like eMudhra, VSign, etc.
  • 🔐 100% paperless or Aadhaar-based verification
  • ⚙️ Remote support for token driver and setup
  • 🧾 Used for all ROC, GST, IT, PF, IEC, and Tender portals
  • 🚀 Same-day DSC delivery in most cases

💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is a Class 3 DSC?
➡️ It is the highest level digital certificate used for MCA, tender, and secure transactions.

Q. Is video verification mandatory?
➡️ Yes, as per CCA rules, a live video check is required for every new DSC.

Q. Can I use the same DSC for MCA, GST, and ITR?
➡️ Yes. Class 3 DSC is multipurpose.

Q. What if my DSC is expired?
➡️ You can easily renew it using the same token within 2 years.