Class 3 is the common high-assurance DSC category used for regulated online transactions.
It can be required or accepted for e-tendering, MCA and ROC filings, income-tax work, GST-related processes, trademarks, EPFO and many procurement portals.
The right option depends on whether the applicant is an individual, an authorized person acting for an organization, or a foreign national.
Signing certificates prove approval and document integrity.
Encryption certificates are intended for secure decryption workflows, and some users need both.
Practical points to remember
Validity commonly ranges from one to three years.
Before purchasing, check the exact portal requirement, the name that must appear on the certificate and whether an organization relationship must be included.
Keep in mind that certificate price and token price may be shown separately.
Government portals also change their browser, driver or utility requirements from time to time.
A reliable service provider should help with requirement selection and application readiness, while avoiding guarantees about a government portal or certifying authority’s final approval.
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