Digital Signature Certificate (Class 3 DSC) in Mumbai — 2026 Process

A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is mandatory for GST filing as a director, MCA filings, e-tendering, EPFO and most government portals.

**Who needs Class 3 DSC** - Company directors - CAs and CSs - Anyone bidding on government tenders - Importers/exporters using ICEGATE

**Documents** - PAN (must match exactly) - Aadhaar - Mobile number linked to Aadhaar - Email ID - Passport-size photo

**Process (fully online in 2026)** 1. Submit application + documents 2. Aadhaar e-KYC + OTP 3. Live video recording (read a passphrase on camera) 4. DSC issued on USB token (Epass / ProxKey / HYP)

**Fees** - 2-year DSC + token: ₹1,800–₹2,500 depending on certifying authority - Renewal (existing token): ₹1,200–₹1,800

**Validity** 1, 2 or 3 years. Renew before expiry — there is no grace period.

**Timeline** 30 minutes to 24 hours if video KYC is clear.

We issue Class 3 DSCs same-day in Govandi with token delivered to your shop or home.