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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

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TRUSTED COMPLIANCE SUPPORT

DSC support for businesses across India

  • Punjab National Bank
  • Meesho
  • Shiprocket
  • Dayz Footwear
  • Motherwood
  • Nayasa
  • Magbros
  • Magic Fasteners
  • Suzu Steel
  • Kiero
  • Manna
  • Phitku
  • Punjab National Bank
  • Meesho
  • Shiprocket
  • Dayz Footwear
  • Motherwood
  • Nayasa
  • Magbros
  • Magic Fasteners
  • Suzu Steel
  • Kiero
  • Manna
  • Phitku

Fast DSC support with compliance context

DSC workflows supported

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Across registration, tax, tender and employer compliance use cases.

Typical issuance

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Working day for most completed applications after verification.

Compliance experience

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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

A new company applies for GST

The issue

GST registration requires DSC authentication

We do

We issue the signatory DSC and help with setup

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

When DSC is mandatory for GST

GST authentication depends on entity type and authorised signatory requirements.

FactorRecommendedDSC MandatoryEVC May WorkCheck First
Entity typeCompanies, LLPs, FLLPsIndividuals and proprietorsPartnerships and trusts
RegistrationDigital signing requiredOTP/EVC may be availableDepends on constitution
Return filingGSTR forms signed with DSCEVC may be acceptedPortal option should be checked
Best DSCClass 3 SigningNot always neededClass 3 Signing if required

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DOCUMENT 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. 1

    Confirm the DSC use case

    Step 1

    We identify the portal, signing need, validity and whether encryption is required.

  2. 2

    Collect KYC documents

    Step 2

    Your identity, address and organisation documents are checked before submission.

  3. 3

    Complete payment and application

    Step 3

    The application is submitted through the correct issuance workflow.

  4. 4

    Finish eKYC and video verification

    Step 4

    Aadhaar OTP or PAN eKYC and video confirmation are completed online.

  5. 5

    Issue and download certificate

    Step 5

    The DSC is issued and downloaded to the FIPS-certified USB token.

  6. 6

    Install and test on portal

    Step 6

    We 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.

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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
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Popular

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
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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
  • 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