A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is an electronic form of a signature used for securely signing documents online. It is issued by a licensed Certifying Authority (CA) and is legally valid under the Information Technology Act, 2000. DSC is widely used for company registration, GST filing, income tax returns, e-tendering, and other online transactions.
DSC Type | Purpose | Who Needs It? |
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Class 3 DSC | High-security authentication for e-tendering, e-procurement, legal filings | Businesses, Government Contractors, CA/CS, Bankers |
DGFT DSC | Used for Import-Export Code (IEC) registrations and customs transactions | Exporters, Importers, DGFT License Holders |