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About Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

What is a Class 3 DSC?

Class Three Digital Signature Certificate is a Digital Certificate issued by a licensed Certifying Authority. It is highly secured & provided with encrypted USB Token which assures that no one can misuse it without having USB Token password.

Type Of Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates(DSC)

Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate is mainly divided into 2 parts :

A)    Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (Individual) -  is a digital certificate which is issued in the name of Individual person. Here Individuals PAN number gets mapped with Digital Certificate. DSC user can use this certificate to sign & authenticate anywhere, where he/she can sign or authenticate on personal level. Major use of this type of DSC is on websites like Income Tax Return(ITR), Goods And Service Tax(GST), Ministry Corporate Affairs(MCA), Provident Fund(epfo), Traces(TDS), Trademark, Signing Invoices/Agreements/Official Form etc

B)    Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (Organization) – is a digital certificate which is issued in name of Individual with the name of “Organization”. Here organization PAN Number gets mapped with digital certificate. With this DSC user can sign anywhere, where is he allowed to sign in behalf of Organization. Major use of this type of DSC is on websites like E – Tenders, GEM, eAuction, eGramswaraj, ICEGATE, IRCTC, eProcurement , StartupIndia etc

Uses Of Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate?

A Class Three Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is an advanced digital certificate used to verify the authenticity and integrity of digital communications. Below are some key applications of Class 3 DSCs:

1. E-Procurement and E-Tendering
2. • Class 3 DSCs are essential for individuals and organizations involved in e-tendering and e-procurement.
   • They enable the secure submission of bids and proposals, ensuring that digital signatures are legally binding.
2. E-Filing of Documents
3. • These certificates are used for filing income tax returns, GST returns, and other regulatory documents.
   • They facilitate the secure submission of various statutory forms and documents.
3. Company and LLP Registration
4. • Necessary for incorporating a company or LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) online.
   • Vital for signing electronic forms submitted to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
4. Banking and Finance
5. • Employed in banking transactions to verify and secure communications.
   • Crucial for internet banking, e-banking services, and loan applications.
5. E-Governance Services
6. • Enable access to e-governance services such as e-Procurement, e-Ticketing, and e-Tendering.
   • Ensure secure communication between citizens and government agencies.
6. Document Signing
7. • Used to electronically sign documents, guaranteeing their authenticity and integrity.
   • Commonly used for signing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
7. Trade Mark and Patent Filing
8. • Essential for the electronic filing of trademark and patent applications.
   • Ensure the security and integrity of submitted intellectual property documents.
8. E-Invoicing
9. • Used for creating and signing electronic invoices.
   • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prevent invoice tampering.
9. Regulatory Filings
10. • Used by professionals for submitting various forms and returns to regulatory bodies like SEBI and IRDA.
    • Ensure the secure and authenticated submission of compliance documents.
10. Tender Participation
11. • Required for online participation in both government and private tenders.
    • Ensure secure bid submission and protect against bid tampering.
11. Access Control
12. • Used to authenticate users and manage access to restricted systems and information.
    • Ensure that only authorized individuals can access sensitive data.

These use cases highlight the extensive applicability of Class iii DSCs in different sectors, ensuring secure, authenticated, and legally valid digital transactions and communications.

What is CA(Certifying Authority) & CCA (Controller Of Certifying Authority)

The Certifying Authority(CA) is entity licensed by a Controller Of Certifying Authority (CCA) who issue digital certificates for Secured Authentications. The Central Government Of India has appointed Controller Of Certifying Authorities(CCA) to license and regulate working of CA’s

The Role of CCA :- 

The Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA) has established the Root Certifying Authority (RCAI) of India under section 18(b) of the IT Act to digitally sign the public keys of Certifying Authorities (CA) in the country. The RCAI is operated as per the standards laid down under the Act.

The CCA certifies the public keys of CAs using its own private key, which enables users in the cyberspace to verify that a given certificate is issued by a licensed CA. For this purpose it operates, the Root Certifying Authority of India(RCAI). The CCA also maintains the Repository of Digital Certificates, which contains all the certificates issued to the CAs in the country.

List Of Licensed CA’s :- 

1. Safescrypt

2. IDRBT

3. (n)Code Solutions

4. e-Mudhra

5. CDAC

6. Capricorn

7. Protean (NSDL e-Gov)

8. Vsign (Verasys)

9. Indian Air Force

10. CSC

11. RISL (RajComp)

12. Indian Army

13. IDSign

14. CDSL Ventures

15. Panta Sign

16. xtra Trust

17. Indian Navy

18. ProDigiSign

19. SignX

20. JPSL

21. Care 4 Sign

22. IGCAR

Advantages of Using Class 3 DSC :-

Enhanced Security

One of the primary advantages of using a Class 3 DSC is the enhanced security it offers. With stringent verification processes in place, the certificate ensures that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive information, thereby minimizing the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access.

Legal Validity

Class Three Digital Signature Certificates are legally recognized by government agencies, regulatory bodies, and courts. By using a Class 3 DSC, you can authenticate your identity and digitally sign documents with legal validity, eliminating the need for physical signatures and paperwork.

Convenient Process

Obtaining and using a Class 3 DSC is a relatively straightforward process. With the advancement of technology, you can apply for a Class 3 DSC online and complete the verification process without the hassle of physical paperwork. This convenience makes it easier for individuals and organizations to secure their digital transactions efficiently.

Wide Acceptance

Class Three Digital Signature Certificates have gained widespread acceptance across various industries and sectors. Whether you are a government agency, financial institution, or individual conducting online transactions, using a Class iii DSC ensures that your documents are secure, authentic, and legally binding.

Documents Required To Apply For Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) :-

a)     Document Required For Individual Type DSC

1)      Applicant Address Proof – Aadhar, Voter ID, DL, Elec. Bill, Bank Passbook, Passport (any one)

2)      Applicant PAN Card (if DSC usage in Incometax/GST)

3)      Mobile No (Valid)

4)      Email ID (Valid)

5)      Passport Size Photo

Note -IF DSC applied Through Aadhar Based– Photo not required)

b)      Document Required For Organization Type DSC

1)      Applicant Address Proof – Aadhar, Voter ID, DL, Elec. Bill, Bank Passbook, Passport (any one)

2)      Applicant PAN Card (if DSC usage in Incometax/GST)

3)      Mobile No (Valid)

4)      Email ID (Valid)

5)      Passport Size Photo

6) Org Registration Proof (GST Certificate/Incorporation Certificate/MSME etc)

7) Partnership Deep (In case of partnership firm)

8) Bank statement (Not older than 3 months) ( Required if GST Certificate is not available)

9) Authorization letter in favor of applicant (If applicant is employee)

Follow Below Steps To Buy Class 3 DSC in Mumbai:-

1)      Visit our website signscure.in & Click on “Buy DSC” button.

2)      Choose the class of Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate as per your requirement

3)      Provide your documents accordingly as mentioned above.

4)      Our employees will help you to enrol for correct class of DSC & to do verification process.

5)      There will be 3 verification of applicant after enrolment.

a)      E-Sign OTP Verification – In this process applicant receive OTP on registered mobile number. Applicant have to submit the same OTP in verification process. With this OTP certifying authorities generate a e signature to sign auto generated agreement/form.

b)      Email Verification – In this process applicant receive OTP or Link on registered email ID. Applicant have to submit the same OTP while doing verification process or click on the email verification link to verify email address.

c)      Video Verification – In this process applicant receive a video verification link on his registered email ID. Applicant have to record and submit video recording as per instructions given on the page.

Please Note – 1) Applicant face should be clearly visible in video recording 2) Applicant have to show original documents which are uploaded while enrolment. 3) Applicant have to read 3 digital video code while recording the video. 4) No need to show individual original documents (PAN & Address Proof) in video if application is processed through Aadhar based option.

6)      Applicant will receive a payment link on registered email ID. Through that link applicant have to make payment for Digital Certificate.

7)      After verification complete application will be submitted to Certifying Authority for verification.

8)      Certifying Authority will approve application if both documents uploaded & verification done are correct. Applicant have to provide correct documents or do verification again in case of any discrepancy.

9)      Our employee will download your Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate in latest USB Token & deliver it on your address.

Note – USB Token invoice will be provided separately by us & applicant have to pay separately for USB Token

Conclusion :-

In today’s digital world we should use Digital Signatures instead of old fashion manual signatures to go paperless. We can save lakhs of trees if we go paperless. Also we can save and find our digitally signed documents anytime easily if we go paperless. Acquiring Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) in Mumbai is extremely easy with Signsecure if you follow above steps.

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