Question

Draft a digital signature certificate

Answer 1

Answer:

STEP 1: Log on and select your type of entity

Log on to the website of a Certifying Authority licensed to issue Digital Certificates in India. Having accessed the page, you will be guided to the Digital Certification Services’ section. Now under the ‘Digital Certification Services’ section, click on the type of entity for which you want to obtain the DSC:’ individual or organization’, etc.

In case you are applying for an individual DSC, click on ‘individual’. A new tab containing the DSC Registration Form will appear. Download the DSC Registration Form on your PC.

STEP 2: Fill the necessary details

Once you have downloaded the form, fill in all the necessary details as required in the form:

Class of the DSC.

Validity.

Type: Only Sign or Sign & Encrypt.

Applicant Name & Contact Details.

Residential Address.

GST Number & Identity Details of Proof Documents.

Declaration.

Document as proof of identity.

Document as proof of address.

Attestation Officer.

Payment Details.

On filling up all the necessary details you must affix your recent photograph and put your signature under the declaration. Check thoroughly for completion of the form. Take a print of the completed form and preserve it.

STEP 3: Proof of identity and address

The supporting document provided as proof of identity and address must be attested by an attesting officer. Ensure the sign and seal of the attesting officer is visibly clear on the supporting proof documents.  

STEP 4: Payment for DSC

A demand draft or cheque must be obtained towards payment for application of DSC in the name of the Local Registration Authority where you are going to submit your application for verification. You can find the details of the Local Registration Authority according to your city of residence by searching for a Certifying Authority licensed to issue Digital Certificates online.

STEP 5: Post the documents required

Enclose the following in an envelope:

DSC Registration Form duly completed -Supporting document for Proof of Identity and proof of address attested by the attesting officer.

Demand Draft/Cheque for payment.