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Digital Signature Certificate (DSC Token)

Generally DSC is valid for 1 to 2 years form their creation and thereafter they just need to be renewed while the container (Token) will be the same.Abbreviation of names of applicant names should be avoided since it will create the mismatching between the DSC name and Name as per the govt. records.

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), like hand written signature, creates your digital identity while filing documents online which the signer can not deny or revoke later. The DSC is equivalent to physical or paper certificates for identification and signing. 

DIGITAL SIGNATURE CERTIFICATE (DSC)

 

1. What is Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) ?

 

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), like hand written signature, creates your digital identity while filing documents online which the signer can not deny or revoke later. The DSC is equivalent to physical or paper certificates for identification and signing.

a. PAN Card Copy.

b. Aadhaar Card Copy..

c. Colour Photo of Applicant.

d. DSC processing with certifying Authority.

DSC Token is Ready.

 

2. There are three types of DSC:

 

Class-1 DSC,

Class-2 DSC, and

Class-3 DSC

 

3. Validity of DSC:

 

Generally DSC is valid for 1 to 2 years form their creation and thereafter they just need to be renewed while the container (Token) will be the same.

 

4. What documents are required for obtaining the DSC ?

 

a. PAN

b. Aadhaar Card, &

c. Latest Passport size colour photograph. 

 

5. What can be the reasons for rejection of DSC Registration ?

 

a. Abbreviating names:

Abbreviation of names of applicant names should be avoided since it will create the mismatching between the DSC name and Name as per the govt. records which will disrupt the govt. reporting or filing.

 

b. Spelling mistakes:

Spelling errors should be avoided while mentioning the name an applicant.

 

c. Old Address Proofs:

Address proofs should not be older than 2 months and must be in the name of the applicant for maintenance of proper data in the Digital Certificate. This certificate is the Digital Identity of the signing person hence it creates serious criminal liability while dealing with any person or business entity whether govt. or private.

 

d. Prefixes:

An applicant has to provide the name exactly as per the govt. records and should avoid writing prefix such as Mr. /Mrs. /Shri. etc.

Documents


Passport Photo

Passport Photo of all parties


PAN Card

PAN Card of all parties


Aadhaar Card

Aadhaar Card of all parties


Other Documents

Other documents will be intimated through e-mail.

FAQ

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital (electronic) equivalent of physical or paper certificates. Certificates serve as proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose. For instance, Digital Signatures are used in Drivers’ License.

A USB token for Digital signature Certificate (DSC) is defined as a password-protected device in its physical form wherein a personal identity is established. The USB token has unique in-built software that enables users to identify a particular digital signature and open it.

USB toke provide security to your Digital signature and password protected. After expiry of certificate you can reuse this e-token.

1. Open the file that contains the certificate you want to view. 2. Click File > Info > View Signatures. 3. In the list, on a signature name, click the down-arrow, and then click Signature Details. 4. In the Signature Details dialog box, click View

In case DSC is lost twice or more by the same employee, then the Rs. 5000/- . may be asked to be paid by the user and above mentioned process will be followed. RCC Admin should revoke the lost DSC, immediately upon reporting by the officer/official.

A Digital Signature Certificate shall not be revoked unless the subscriber has been given an opportunity of being heard in the matter. On revocation of a Digital Signature Certificate under this section, the Certifying Authority shall communicate the same to the subscriber.