FIPS 140-3 token
Precision Innait DSC Token (FIPS 140-3)
- Single (1–9)
- ₹350 + GST
- Bulk (10+ tokens)
- ₹300 + GST
Class 3 · DGFT · Document Signer · DSC Token
Buy Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Online
Get a Class 3 DSC for GST, income tax, MCA, e-tenders and DGFT through a paperless Aadhaar eKYC process. Your DSC is approved in about 2 hours, and the USB token reaches you in 4–5 hours in Delhi NCR or in 2 days anywhere in India.
- CCA-licensed certificates
- 100% online, no office visit
- Approved in 2 hours
DSC approval in ~2 hours
From start to finish, once documents and eKYC / video verification are done.
Delhi NCR: 4–5 hours
Same-day token delivery. Courier charges are extra, paid by you at actual.
Rest of India: ~2 days
Token sent by courier and tracked in My DSC.
Buy DSC online
Choose your digital signature
Individual DSC
For directors, CAs, professionals and individuals
from ₹1,700 + GST
Buy individual DSCOrganisation DSC
Shows your company name, for tenders and GeM
from ₹1,700 + GST
Buy organisation DSCForeign national DSC
For foreign directors and overseas companies
from ₹4,200 + GST
Buy foreign national DSCDGFT DSC
For importers and exporters on the DGFT portal (IEC)
from ₹2,500 + GST
Buy DGFT DSCDSC price list 2026
Digital signature certificate price
Prices for 1, 2 and 3 years validity. All prices exclude GST at 18% and include the USB token and delivery within India.
Individual DSC price
Organisation DSC price
DSC token price 2026
Buy DSC USB token (pendrive)
FIPS 140-3 cryptographic USB tokens for every Class 3, DGFT and Document Signer DSC, delivered anywhere in India. Bulk price applies automatically when you order 10 or more of the same token.
FIPS 140-3 token
Proxkey DSC Token (FIPS 140-3)
- Single (1–9)
- ₹400 + GST
- Bulk (10+ tokens)
- ₹350 + GST
FIPS 140-3 token
HYP2003 DSC Token (HyperSecu, FIPS 140-3)
- Single (1–9)
- ₹500 + GST
- Bulk (10+ tokens)
- ₹450 + GST
DSC token price comparison
| Token | Single price | Bulk price (10+) | Single incl. GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Innait DSC Token (FIPS 140-3) | ₹350 + GST | ₹300 + GST | ₹413 |
| Proxkey DSC Token (FIPS 140-3) | ₹400 + GST | ₹350 + GST | ₹472 |
| HYP2003 DSC Token (HyperSecu, FIPS 140-3) | ₹500 + GST | ₹450 + GST | ₹590 |
Where DSC is used
Uses of digital signature certificate
DSC for GST
GST registration, GSTR returns and refunds for companies and LLPs
DSC for Income Tax
ITR filing with a digital signature, tax audit reports and Form 16
DSC for MCA / ROC
Company and LLP incorporation, AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC and all ROC forms
DSC for e-Tender & GeM
Bids on CPPP, state e-procurement portals and GeM (Signing + Encryption)
DSC for DGFT & ICEGATE
IEC, export incentives and customs filings for importers and exporters
DSC for EPFO & others
EPFO employer filings, trademark (IP India), banks and signing PDFs
Types of DSC
Which DSC do you need?
| DSC type | Best for | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| Class 3 Signing only | Directors, professionals, individuals | GST, ITR, MCA, EPFO and signing PDFs |
| Class 3 Encryption only | Bidders who already have a signing DSC | Encrypting tender bid documents |
| Class 3 Signing + Encryption | Businesses, contractors, tender bidders | e-tenders, GeM, ICEGATE and all filings |
| DGFT | Importers and exporters | DGFT portal (IEC) and export benefit claims |
| Class 2 Document Signer | Companies, banks, institutions | Automated bulk signing of invoices and certificates |
Paperless process
How to apply for DSC online
- 1
Choose your DSC
Pick Individual, Organisation or Foreign national, the DSC type and validity (1, 2 or 3 years).
- 2
Pay & share documents
Pay online and upload PAN, Aadhaar and a photo. Organisations add company documents.
- 3
Online verification
Complete a quick Aadhaar eKYC or video verification on your phone, with no office visit.
- 4
DSC approved & delivered
Your DSC is approved in about 2 hours. The token reaches you in 4–5 hours in Delhi NCR, or in about 2 working days elsewhere in India.
Checklist
Documents required for DSC
Individual DSC
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card (mobile linked for OTP)
- Passport-size photograph
- Email ID and mobile number
Organisation DSC
- PAN and Aadhaar of the authorised signatory
- Company / firm PAN card
- Certificate of Incorporation or GST certificate
- Authorisation letter or board resolution
DGFT DSC
- All Organisation DSC documents
- IEC (Import Export Code) details
Foreign national DSC
- Passport
- Visa or residence permit
- Address proof
- Photograph (attested as per CA guidelines)
FAQs
Digital signature certificate FAQs
What is a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)?+–
A DSC is the electronic version of your signature, issued by a Certifying Authority licensed by the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA), India. It proves your identity online and is used to sign GST, income tax, MCA and tender filings and PDF documents.
What is the price of a Class 3 DSC in 2026?+–
At StartupMates, a Class 3 Signing DSC starts at ₹1,700 + GST for 1 year, and Class 3 Signing + Encryption starts at ₹2,400 + GST. 2-year and 3-year options cost less per year. The full DSC price list is on this page.
What is the DSC token price?+–
DSC token prices: Precision Innait DSC Token (FIPS 140-3) ₹350 + GST (₹300 + GST each for 10+ tokens); Proxkey DSC Token (FIPS 140-3) ₹400 + GST (₹350 + GST each for 10+ tokens); HYP2003 DSC Token (HyperSecu, FIPS 140-3) ₹500 + GST (₹450 + GST each for 10+ tokens). A token is already included when you buy a DSC from us.
Which DSC is required for GST, income tax and MCA?+–
A Class 3 Signing DSC (Individual) is enough for GST, income tax and MCA/ROC filings. Companies and LLPs sign with the director’s or partner’s DSC.
Which DSC do I need for e-tenders and GeM?+–
For e-tenders, GeM and ICEGATE choose Class 3 Signing + Encryption. Many tender portals also require an Organisation DSC that shows the company name.
How long does it take to get a DSC?+–
The DSC itself is approved in about 2 hours from start to finish, once your documents and Aadhaar eKYC or video verification are done. After that it is only delivery time: 4–5 hours in Delhi NCR (same-day courier charges are extra, paid by you at actual) or about 2 working days anywhere else in India.
Can I renew my DSC?+–
A DSC cannot be extended; on expiry a new DSC is issued. You can reuse your existing USB token if it is FIPS-certified, so you only pay for the certificate. We remind you before your DSC expires.
Can foreign nationals get an Indian DSC?+–
Yes. Foreign directors and organisations can get a Class 3 or DGFT DSC using a passport and attested address proof. International courier is charged at actual.
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