Multiple procedures of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) are changing and moving towards digitalization. The need for a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) on its platforms has become more important than ever with this growing change.
It's a legal requirement for individuals to register their DSC on the portal to carry out smooth and secure online e-filing. However, despite its importance, many users are still unaware of how to properly register their DSC on MCA portal. Getting your DSC registered is key to ensuring your compliance with MCA's digital filing norms. Without registering the DSC, the process of filing documents electronically becomes impossible.
Moreover, before getting on with the registration process, if you're someone who doesn't own a Digital Signature Certificate and wishes to get one, now's the perfect time. Capricorn CA is here to make the process of obtaining your DSC easy and straightforward—helping you meet the growing digital demands with ease.
First Things First… BUY Digital Signature
To buy an authorized digital Signature Certificate (DSC) from Capricorn CA, follow these steps:
Choose from Profile
(In case you're not sure what to choose)
Individual: When you want DSC with your name.
Organization: When you want DSC with the firm's name.
DGFT: When you need
DSC for DGFT-related processes
Government: When you are a government body or individual representing the government
Foreign Organization: Any firm that is registered outside India might or might not have its branches in India
Foreign Individual: If you are a foreign citizen living outside India who does not have an Indian government-issued identity proof
Document Signer: If you want to sign bulk documents.
Choose from Usage Type
(In case you're not sure which one to choose)
Income tax / MCA (ROC) / GST: When you are
buying DSC for income tax & GST filing and company registrations, compliance, and records.
(As per the usage for MCA, you have to select MCA)ICEGATE: When u want to get a DSC for filing of customs-related documents, including import/export declarations, bills of entry, and shipping bills.
IREPS: When you want a DSC for e-tendering processes on IREPS.
Trademark: When you want a DSC for filing trademark applications and related documents online.
Director's KYC: When you are a director holding a Director Identification Number (DIN) who needs a DSC for KYC filing.
Foreign Trade: When you are involved in Foreign trade and need to file export & import documents and trade-related transactions with countries outside India.
Multi-purpose: When you need a DSC for several general filings and documents.
Other purpose: Any other purpose apart from the ones already mentioned.
Select Classification (Certificate Type)
Choose whether you need a:
- Signing DSC
- Encryption DSC
- Combo (Signing + Encryption)
based on your usage requirements
Select Validity
Pick a validity period of 1, 2, or 3 years, depending on how long you need the certificate.
Choose Token Option
Decide if you require a USB token to store and use your DSC securely.
Select Assistant Services
Capricorn CA offers dedicated support services to help with your application queries. Choose to take it according to your requirements.
Click on ‘
Buy Certificate' to move forward to the verification, approval, and payment process. To read the full process of buying DSC, click here.
About the Payment Summary: Apart from the services you have selected according to your preference, you will only be paying an additional GST charge.
Before buying your own DSC, you must learn about all the key requirements that you need for your company to register under MCA.
Click here to find out.
How to Register DSC on MCA Portal?
Here's a step-by-step guide to registering a DSC on MCA or Ministry of Corporate Affairs portal:
1. Required Documents
Before starting the registration process of your DSC on MCA, make sure you have the following:
A valid DSC issued by a Certifying Authority (CA) like
Capricorn CA and your DSC in a USB token (used for signing).
2. Login to the MCA Portal
- Visit the MCA portal.
- Click on ‘Sign Up' to create an account or ‘Login' if you already have one.
- Provide the required login credentials (email, password, etc.).
Note: If you're registering as a director, ensure that your PAN is linked with the MCA portal.
3. Go to the ‘MCA Services' Section
- After logging in, go to the MCA Services tab on the homepage.
- Click on ‘Digital Signature Certificate' or ‘DSC Services' under the section.
4. Select the DSC Registration Option
- Click on ‘Associate DSC' to begin the process.
5. Select the Role
- Select your role from the list of different roles given:
Director
Manager/Secretary
Practicing Professional
Authorised Representative
Nodal Officer-IEPF
Deputy Nodal Officer-IEPF
6. Enter the Required Details
- Fill out the form which appears containing the required the following details:
Name of the applicant
PAN number
Date of birth
E-mail ID
Father's name
7. Select the DSC
- Insert your USB token containing the DSC into your computer's USB port.
- Select the DSC to be registered from the drop-down list that appears in the portal.
8. Authenticate the DSC
- You will be required to enter your DSC password to verify the certificate. If the password is correct, your DSC details will be pulled up.
9. Upload the Required Documents
- If required, upload the necessary supporting documents for verification to register DSC on MCA (such as ID proofs, etc.).
10. Submit
- Review the details you've entered, ensuring that everything is accurate.
- Once verified, click on ‘I agree' and then hit the ‘Submit' button to complete the registration.
11. Confirmation
- After submission, you will receive an acknowledgment email or notification confirming that your DSC registration is complete.
12. Complete the Process
The registration process may be completed within a few hours to a couple of days.
Note: You can check the status of your DSC registration in the ‘DSC Services' section of the MCA portal.
13. Use Your DSC
Once registered, you can start using your DSC.
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How to Update DSC on MCA Portal for Bank Official/Nodal Administrator?
Follow these steps for an easy MCA DSC update for the Bank Official/Nodal Administrator:
1. Login to the MCA Portal
- Visit the MCA portal.
- Click on ‘Sign Up' to create an account or ‘Login' if you already have one.
- Provide the required login credentials (email, password, etc.).
2. Go to DSC Services
- Click on the ‘MCA Services' option once you're logged in.
- Select ‘DSC Services' from the menu tab given and click on ‘Update DSC'.
3. Select the role
- Choose the role of Bank Official/Nodal Administrator from the two options given.
4. Enter Required Details:
- Fill in the necessary information:
Username
Password
Captcha
5. Select DSC:
- Connect your DSC USB token to your computer.
- Click on the 'Select Certificate' button.
- Choose the appropriate certificate from the list shown.
6. Submit the Update Request:
- Click ‘Update' to finish the MCA DSC update process.
7. Confirmation
- Upon successful submission, a confirmation message will be displayed confirming the MCA DSC update.
How to Update DSC on MCA Portal for Business Users?
Here are all the steps you need to follow for an easy MCA DSC update for the Business Users:
1. Login to the MCA Portal
- Visit the MCA portal.
- Click on ‘Sign Up' to create an account or click on ‘Login'.
- Enter your credentials like email, password, etc.
2. Go to DSC Services
- Once logged in, head to the ‘MCA Services' section
- Select ‘DSC Services' from the menu given
- Click on ‘Update DSC to proceed.'.
3. Select the role
- Choose the role of Business User from the two options given.
4. Enter Required Details:
- Fill in the necessary information:
Enter your UserID
Name
Email ID.
5. Select DSC:
- Plug in your DSC USB token.
- Click on ‘Select Certificate' and choose the appropriate DSC from the list..
6. Submit the Update Request:
- Click on ‘Update' to finish the process.
7. Confirmation
- After submission, you'll receive a confirmation notification saying that your DSC has been updated.
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Conclusion
Capricorn CA provides an easy way to obtain your legally valid Digital Signature Certificate to meet the growing digital requirements of MCA and beyond. With an easy online application, multiple certificate options, and expert support, getting a DSC has never been easier. If you haven't registered your DSC yet, follow the simple steps above to get started. And if you don't own a DSC, now is the time to get one from us to get a hassle-free DSC.