DSC Registration
Digital Signature Certificate procurement and setup for statutory filings.
What this service is
A Digital Signature Certificate is the cryptographic identity used to sign statutory filings — MCA, GST, income tax, EPFO, ESIC, tenders and more. It is issued by a licensed Certifying Authority, usually on a secure USB token.
Why it matters
Nearly every serious statutory filing needs a valid DSC in the right class and in the right name. An expired or wrongly-issued DSC stops filings dead, often at the worst possible moment.
Who needs it
- Directors, partners and authorised signatories
- Businesses filing on MCA, GST, EPFO or ESIC portals
- Vendors participating in e-tenders
- Anyone whose DSC is approaching expiry
What you get
- DSC issued in the correct class and name
- Video and document verification handled
- Token setup and driver installation guidance
- Renewal reminders before expiry
Eligibility
- Valid PAN and Aadhaar of the applicant
- Mobile number and email for verification
- Ability to complete video verification
Documents required
Typical documents for this service:
- PAN of the applicant
- Aadhaar or other accepted identity proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Mobile number and email for OTP and video verification
- Organisation proof, for organisational DSCs
Required documents may vary depending on the service, business structure, state and applicable regulations. We confirm the exact list for your case before filing.
How the process runs
Confirm the DSC class and whether it is individual or organisational
Collect documents and submit the application
Complete video and mobile / email verification
DSC downloaded onto the token and tested
Token delivered with usage guidance
Timeline
Often one to three working days once verification is complete.
Pricing
| Trueline Solutions professional fee | ₹2,999 |
| Government / statutory charges | As applicable — see below |
Government fees. Certifying Authority charges and the cost of the USB token are separate from the professional fee, and depend on the class and validity period selected.
Do's and don'ts
Do
- Keep the token physically secure
- Renew before expiry to avoid stalled filings
- Use the DSC only in the name of its holder
- Note the expiry date somewhere you will see it
Don't
- Don't share the token or its PIN with anyone
- Don't use another person's DSC to sign
- Don't leave the token connected when not filing
- Don't wait until a filing deadline to discover it expired
Questions people ask
Which class of DSC do I need?
It depends on the portal and purpose. We confirm before applying.
Is the USB token included?
Token and Certifying Authority charges are separate from our professional fee.
How long is a DSC valid?
Commonly one, two or three years depending on what you choose.
Can it be used for e-tenders?
Yes, with the appropriate class of certificate.