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What is DSC - Class III Individual ?

In today’s digital world, everything from signing a company incorporation form to filing income tax returns and participating in government tenders requires a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC). If you're wondering what exactly it is – a DSC (Class 3 Individual) is a secure electronic signature that holds the same legal value as your handwritten signature. It’s approved by the Indian IT Act, and used mostly by professionals, directors, business owners, or anyone involved in regulatory filings or online transactions.

The Class 3 DSC (Individual) is the highest level of digital signature for individuals and is mandatory for certain registrations such as MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs), GST filing, ITR e-filing, EPFO, trademark registration, ICEGATE (import/export), and participating in e-tenders. Unlike Class 2 DSC (which is now discontinued for individuals), Class 3 provides two-factor authentication and greater encryption, making it ideal for high-security transactions and identification.

At CallmyCA, we make the entire process super easy and user-friendly. You don't have to visit any office or stand in a queue. Everything is done online through video verification, and we ensure that your DSC is issued with complete legal compliance. Whether you are a CA, lawyer, company director, startup founder, or government vendor — we are here to guide you from start to finish.

Many government departments and private portals now accept only Class 3 DSC for authentication, and having one helps you save time, reduce paperwork, and avoid delays in filings. So, don’t wait until the last moment — let our expert team get your DSC issued quickly and without any confusion.

4 EASY STEPS OF

DSC - Class III Individual

Submit Basic Documents
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Submit Basic Documents

Video KYC and OTP Verification
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Video KYC and OTP Verification

DSC Generation and Token Installation
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DSC Generation and Token Installation

Download and Start Using
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Download and Start Using

DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

Documents Required for DSC - Class III Individual

DSC - Class III Individual

Need a Digital Signature for GST, ITR, or MCA? Class 3 DSC Has You Covered

Legally Valid Digital Identity

The Class 3 DSC provides you with a legally approved digital identity accepted across all government and private portals in India.

Mandatory for e-Tendering and Government Portals

It is compulsory for participating in e-tendering, ICEGATE filing, and other government procurement platforms.

Required for MCA and ROC Filings

Directors and professionals filing company forms with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs must have Class 3 DSC.

Essential for GST, ITR & PF Filing

Use it to sign GST returns, income tax returns, EPFO forms, and other statutory filings securely.

Safe, Encrypted & Tamper-Proof

All data signed with DSC is encrypted, secure, and protected from unauthorized access.

Faster Approvals and Time-Saving

No more printing, scanning, or couriering physical forms – sign documents instantly online.

Two-Year Validity

Your DSC is valid for up to 2 years, and we help you renew it easily before expiry.

Easy Remote Video Verification

No physical visit needed – video KYC and Aadhaar-based authentication can be done from home.

Full CA Support Throughout

Our experts guide you from start to finish and help with portal-specific DSC installation, token usage, or any issues you face.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A Class 3 DSC is the highest level of digital signature issued to individuals for secure online transactions. It is legally valid under the IT Act and is required for various tasks like MCA filings, GST return submission, ITR filing, e-tenders, and more. It verifies your identity and ensures data security when signing documents online.

Individuals like company directors, CA/CS professionals, lawyers, startup founders, import-export traders (ICEGATE users), and vendors participating in government tenders must use a Class 3 DSC. Anyone filing with MCA, EPFO, or GST portals also needs one.
 

Class 2 DSC was earlier used for similar purposes but has now been discontinued by the government for individuals. Class 3 offers stronger security with two-factor authentication, and is now mandatory for most high-trust activities and online filings.

No, CallmyCA makes the process completely online. You can complete Aadhaar-based OTP verification and a short video KYC from your home. No in-person verification or document courier is required.

A USB token is a secure pen-drive-like device that stores your digital signature. It ensures the DSC is not copied or misused. It is required for most government portals. We provide the token if you opt for it during your application.

The validity is generally 1 or 2 years, depending on what you choose at the time of application. Once expired, the DSC needs to be renewed, which we can also help you with.

Yes, you can use your Class 3 DSC on multiple platforms like MCA, GST, Income Tax, EPFO, and e-tender portals. You don’t need separate DSCs for each platform.

Yes, Class 3 DSC is completely legal and recognized under the Information Technology Act, 2000. It is as valid as a handwritten signature when used in electronic transactions.

If your DSC token is lost, we help you revoke it and apply for a reissue with a new token. It’s important to report the loss quickly to avoid misuse.
 

Absolutely! We provide full post-issuance support including DSC installation, token setup, driver download, and resolving any technical issues with portals like MCA or GST.