A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is a cryptographically secure key issued by certifying authorities (CAs) to validate and verify the identity of the person who holds this certificate. DSCs are predominantly issued and utilized when businesses need to digitally sign documents online, securely authenticate the Signature, and validate the signed copy.
DSC is a statutory requirement for submitting various forms to the Government of India. DSC uses public-key encryption for the creation of a signature. A digital signature certificate will be embedded in electronic documents, emails, and other digitally transmitted documents. These signatures provide and enhance security using encryption technology.
The Controller of Certifying Authority issues Digital Signature Certificate in India. The Office of the Controller of Certification Agencies (CCA) has given authority to 8 Certification Agencies to give DSCs to persons seeking the same. EMudhra is one of the Certifying Authorities that issue the Digital Signature Certificate in India.
