When
A new company applies for GST
The issue
GST registration requires DSC authentication
We do
We issue the signatory DSC and help with setup
For GST registration and returns
Digital Signature Certificate for GST Registration — Required for Companies & LLPs
Get a Class 3 DSC for GST registration, GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GST portal authentication where DSC is mandatory.
- Class 3 Signing DSC for GST
- Mandatory for companies and LLPs
- Supports GST registration and return filing
- USB token included
- GST portal setup support
TRUSTED COMPLIANCE SUPPORT
DSC Support for Businesses Across India
Fast DSC Support with Compliance Context
DSC workflows supported
All types
Across registration, tax, tender and employer compliance use cases.
Typical issuance
0
Working day for most completed applications after verification.
Compliance experience
0+
Years supporting business filings and advisory since 2013.
What is a DSC for GST?
A Digital Signature Certificate for GST is a Class 3 DSC used to digitally sign GST registration applications and periodic returns on the GST portal — mandatory for Companies, LLPs, and Foreign Limited Liability Partnerships under CGST Rule 26.
Proprietors and many individuals may be able to use EVC, but companies and LLPs generally need DSC for GST authentication.
GST portal signing can fail because of token drivers, browser settings or mismatched signatory details, so setup support matters after issuance.
GST SIGNING MOMENTS
When GST work needs DSC instead of EVC
Entity type and portal workflow determine whether DSC is mandatory.
When
An LLP files GSTR-3B
The issue
The portal asks for DSC signing
We do
We configure token and signing utility
When
GSTR-1 deadline is near
The issue
The existing DSC has expired
We do
We renew or re-issue quickly
When
A signatory changed
The issue
Old DSC no longer matches authorised person
We do
We issue a DSC for the new signatory
DSC OR EVC
DSC vs EVC in GST — which one must you file with?
An EVC is a one-time code sent to the authorised signatory's registered mobile and email. A DSC is a physical Class 3 USB token issued against their PAN. Which one the GST portal will accept depends on your entity type, not your preference.
| Factor | RecommendedDSC Mandatory | EVC May Work | Check First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entity type | Companies, LLPs, FLLPs | Individuals and proprietors | Partnerships and trusts |
| Registration | Digital signing required | OTP/EVC may be available | Depends on constitution |
| Return filing | GSTR forms signed with DSC | EVC may be accepted | Portal option should be checked |
| Best DSC | Class 3 Signing | Not always needed | Class 3 Signing if required |
| If you pick the wrong one | The portal blocks submission — the EVC option is simply not offered, so the filing cannot be completed until a valid DSC is registered | No harm in holding a DSC anyway; EVC stays available where the portal offers it | A return left unfiled while you sort out signing still attracts late fees and interest |
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Talk to an expertDOCUMENT CHECKLIST
Documents required for DSC for GST
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card
- Recent photograph
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- Active email ID
- Organisation PAN
- Certificate of incorporation or registration
- Authorisation letter
- Authorised signatory PAN and Aadhaar
- Business address proof
- Aadhaar OTP or PAN-based eKYC
- Video verification during issuance
- USB token driver installation after approval
GST DSC should be issued to the authorised signatory whose details are used on the GST portal.
HOW IT WORKS
How to get DSC for GST
A guided online process from use-case confirmation to token setup.
- 1
Confirm the DSC use case
Step 1We identify the portal, signing need, validity and whether encryption is required.
- 2
Collect KYC documents
Step 2Your identity, address and organisation documents are checked before submission.
- 3
Complete payment and application
Step 3The application is submitted through the correct issuance workflow.
- 4
Finish eKYC and video verification
Step 4Aadhaar OTP or PAN eKYC and video confirmation are completed online.
- 5
Issue and download certificate
Step 5The DSC is issued and downloaded to the FIPS-certified USB token.
- 6
Install and test on portal
Step 6We help install drivers and test the DSC on the target portal where possible.
GST PORTAL SUPPORT
Issued for GST workflows, tested for portal reality
The certificate is only useful when the GST portal accepts the token and signer.
Registration and returns
Support for GST application and recurring return signing.
Signatory alignment
We check authorised person details before issuance.
Utility support
Token driver and browser setup guidance reduces signing errors.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
DSC for GST pricing
GST DSC pricing includes certificate, token and setup support.
Signing Only
For routine filing, signing and portal authentication.
₹999 / all-inclusive
- Class 3 DSC certificate
- FIPS-certified USB token
- Aadhaar eKYC and video verification guidance
- Installation and portal setup support
Sign + Encrypt Combo
For tendering, encrypted submissions and advanced portal use.
₹1,499 / all-inclusive
- Class 3 DSC certificate
- FIPS-certified USB token
- Aadhaar eKYC and video verification guidance
- Installation and portal setup support
COMMON ISSUES - SOLVED
Common DSC for GST issues we prevent
Most DSC friction appears at the portal. We support the certificate and the workflow around it.
The risk
Wrong signatory DSC
GST portal rejects a DSC if the signer is not authorised.
How we handle it
We align DSC holder and GST authorised signatory details.
The risk
EVC selected for a company
Companies and LLPs may need DSC instead of EVC.
How we handle it
We clarify entity-specific authentication before filing.
The risk
Token not detected on GST portal
Driver or browser setup may block signing.
How we handle it
We guide installation and portal testing.
FAQ
DSC for GST FAQs
Self-contained answers about DSC for GST registration, documents, pricing, validity and portal use.
Fast answersExpert support
- In GST, an EVC (Electronic Verification Code) is a one-time code sent to the authorised signatory's registered mobile number and email, while a DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) is a physical Class 3 USB token issued against that person's PAN. Both authenticate a filing on the GST portal, but only a DSC is a legally recognised digital signature under the Information Technology Act. Which one you may use is decided by your entity type, not by preference.
- File with a DSC if you are a company, an LLP or a Foreign LLP, because the GST portal does not offer the EVC option to those entities at all. Proprietors, most partnerships and other taxpayers can usually submit with EVC, which is faster because it needs no token, no driver and no browser utility. If you hold a valid DSC you may use it in either case.
- Nothing is rejected or penalised — the GST portal simply will not present the EVC option, so the submission cannot be completed. The practical risk is the delay: a GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B left unfiled while a token is arranged still attracts late fees and interest from the original due date, so a company should arrange its signatory DSC before the deadline rather than on it.
- DSC is mandatory for GST registration by companies, LLPs and Foreign Limited Liability Partnerships. Other taxpayers may have EVC options depending on constitution.
- A proprietor can often use EVC or Aadhaar-based verification instead of DSC, subject to GST portal options available for the taxpayer.
- A valid Class 3 Signing DSC issued to the authorised signatory is generally used on the GST portal.
- GST filing usually needs Signing DSC, not Sign+Encrypt combo, unless another linked portal requires encryption.
- Yes, if issued to the same authorised person and accepted by both portals, one Class 3 Signing DSC can often be used on GST and MCA.
- Common reasons include expired certificate, wrong signatory, missing token driver, browser issue or portal utility error.
- LLPs generally need DSC authentication for GST portal filings and returns.
- Yes, the GST authorised signatory can be updated and a DSC issued to the new authorised person can be used.
- Most GST DSC applications are issued the same day or within 1 working day after verification is complete.
- DSC uses a USB token-based certificate, while e-Sign or EVC uses OTP-style authentication where permitted by GST rules.
Get a GST-ready DSC today
Issue, install and test your Class 3 DSC for GST portal use.
Useful for companies, LLPs and authorised signatories