{"id":26280,"date":"2021-02-21T11:00:11","date_gmt":"2021-02-21T05:30:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=26280"},"modified":"2021-02-20T12:53:03","modified_gmt":"2021-02-20T07:23:03","slug":"register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Register Digital Signature Certificate on the GST Common Portal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Are you having trouble registering Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) on the GST common portal? Don&#8217;t worry; this guide will help you out. GST portal facilitates three different options for the authentication of users on its platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These options include Digital Signature Certificate, Electronic Signature, and Electronic Verification Code. Before we guide you through the detail regarding DSC&#8217;s registration process on the <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/gst-registration\"><strong>Goods and services Tax<\/strong><\/a> common portal, let us get familiar with some fundamental aspects relating to DSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#What_is_the_Significance_of_Electronic_Signature\" >What is the Significance of Electronic Signature?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#What_is_the_Relevancy_of_Electronic_Verification_Code\" >What is the Relevancy of Electronic Verification Code?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#Why_Digital_Signature_Certificate_DSC_is_Important_in_Current_Scenario\" >Why Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is Important in Current\nScenario?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#Who_can_obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate\" >Who can obtain Digital Signature Certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#Procedure_to_Followed_to_obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate\" >Procedure to Followed to obtain Digital Signature Certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#Procedure_for_Registering_Existing_DSC_on_the_GST_Common_Portal\" >Procedure for Registering Existing DSC on the GST Common Portal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#How_to_Update_DSC_on_the_GST_Common_Portal\" >How to Update DSC on the GST Common Portal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/register-digital-signature-certificate-on-the-gst-common-portal\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Significance_of_Electronic_Signature\"><\/span>What is the Significance of Electronic Signature? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As\nthe term suggests, electronic signatures refer to web-based signatures that\nhelp sign the documents electronically. However, its utilization is limited to\nthe Aadhaar cardholder only. The e-signing of documents on the GST common portal\nrequires the taxpayer&#8217;s authentication via One Time Password (OTP). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Relevancy_of_Electronic_Verification_Code\"><\/span>What is the Relevancy of Electronic Verification Code? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Electronic Verification Codes are primarily used to authenticate the taxpayer on the GST common portal via a one-time password. The portal will send the one-time password to the registered email id and the taxpayer&#8217;s phone number for identity validation. A valid Aadhaar card is compulsory in addition to the registered contact number for those who intend to avail Electronic Verification Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/gst-portal-rolled-out-new-offline-tool-for-filing-gstr-4-annual-return-form\/\">GST Portal Rolled out New Offline Tool for filing GSTR 4 Annual Return Form<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Digital_Signature_Certificate_DSC_is_Important_in_Current_Scenario\"><\/span>Why Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is Important in Current\nScenario?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A\nDigital Signature Certificate is a digitized manifestation of paper or physical\ncertificates. The certificate primarily acts as a legal identification proof\nfor the individual who intends to undertake some delicate tasks. Besides, it\ncan be further utilized to share confidential information or access\nsophisticated online services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nprimary objective of a Digital Signature Certificate is to legally authenticate\nthe individual at the time of e-signing the important documents. DSC generally\nrefers to the digitized version of an individual&#8217;s handwritten signatures. The\ngovernment has mandated the use of DSC for the enrollment of companies under\ndifferent Act. DSC mitigates the possibility of manually signing the document\nand application during the company enrollment procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Who can obtain Digital Signature Certificate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the tabular representation that encloses the list of eligible individuals who are permitted to avail of the DSC as per the bylaws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"table table-bordered\"><tbody><tr><td>\n  <strong>Authorized Bodies<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  <strong>Representative<\/strong>\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Hindu Undivided Family<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Karta\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Partnership<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Managing Partner\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Trust Registration<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Managing\n  Trustee\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>LLP \/ Company<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Authorized Signatories,\n  with due authorization from the LLP \/ board of the company\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Society<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Authorized\n  signatories, with due authorization from the management committee\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Statutory Body<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Authorized Signatories\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Local Authority<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Authorized\n  Signatories\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Government Department<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Authorized Signatories\n  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_to_Followed_to_obtain_Digital_Signature_Certificate\"><\/span>Procedure to Followed to obtain Digital Signature Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any\ncertifying authority operating within the Indian Territory can provide\nindividuals with a Digital signature certificate. To avail of this certificate,\nan individual has to fill an application form and enclosed the requested\ndocumentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An\napplicant has to pay a prescribed application fee to obtain a DSC from the certified\nauthority. Agencies with valid licenses u\/s 24 of the Indian IT-Act, 2000 are\neligible to grant DSC to the applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step by Step Instructions to Register DSC on the GST Common\nPortal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before registering the\nDSC on the GST common portal, the applicant has to download and then install a\nutility application named as e-designer. To download this application, the\napplicant requires visiting the \u2018Register DSC\u2019 page. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All privately-held\ncompanies, overseas firms, public limited companies, public sector undertakings,\nLLPs &amp; overseas LLPs are required to avail DSC. The applicant seeking new\nregistration of DSC on the GST common portal has to follow the instructions\nunderneath carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Visit\nthe official GST common portal and explore the option viz &#8220;REGISTER\nNOW&#8221;.<\/li><li>Next,\nopt for the option &#8220;TRN&#8221; aka Temporary Reference Number. <\/li><li>Enter\nthe TRN you receive on the same page and click on the &#8220;Proceed&#8221;\ntab.&nbsp; <\/li><li>Enter\nthe OTP received on your registered mobile phone and email ID in the relevant\nfields. Please note the OTP stays valid for 10 minutes only. <\/li><li>Hit\nthe &#8216;PROCEED&#8217; option.<\/li><li>Click\nthe option viz &#8220;Services&#8221;.<\/li><li>Now,\nfrom the drop-down menu, opt for the option named &#8216;User Services&#8217; followed by\n&#8216;Register \/ Update DSC Command.&#8217;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_for_Registering_Existing_DSC_on_the_GST_Common_Portal\"><\/span>Procedure for Registering Existing DSC on the GST Common Portal <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Open\nthe GST portal from your web browser and provides the legit detail to sign in. <\/li><li>Opt\nfor &#8216;My Profile&#8217;&gt; &#8216;Register \/ Update DSC&#8217;<\/li><li>A new\nwindow related to Register Digital Signature Certificate&#8217; shall open where you\nwere required to select &#8216;PAN of Authorised Signatory&#8217; from the drop-down menu.<\/li><li>Select\nthe PAN linked with the authorized signatory seeking registration. <\/li><li>Select\nthe option &#8216;I have downloaded and installed the signer checkbox&#8217; by placing a\ncheckmark in the box located adjacent to the same. <\/li><li>Opt\nfor the Proceed option and choose the certificate.<\/li><li>Once\ndone, select the Sign option.<\/li><li>A\nmessage will be promoted on your computer screen stating, &#8220;Your DSC has\nbeen successfully registered&#8221;.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Update_DSC_on_the_GST_Common_Portal\"><\/span>How to Update DSC on the GST Common Portal? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After obtaining the renewed DSC, it has to be updated on the GST common portal. Make sure to carefully follow the given instructions to serve this purpose: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Go to the GST common portal. <\/li><li>Enter the legit credential to log in to the portal successfully. <\/li><li>Select My profile&gt; Register \/ Update DSC\u2019 <\/li><li>Now, you will redirect to the new page related to &#8216;Register Digital Signature Certificate.&#8217; <\/li><li>Select &#8216;PAN of Authorised Signatory&#8217; from the drop-down menu. <\/li><li>Select the <strong><em>PAN<\/em><\/strong><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Permanent_account_number\"><strong><em>[1]<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/sup> linked with the authorized signatory seeking registration. <\/li><li>Select the option <strong>viz<\/strong> &#8220;Update&#8221; to proceed further.&nbsp; <\/li><li>The confirmation shall prompt on your screen. Select the &#8216;CONTINUE&#8217; option.<\/li><li>Choose the certificate &amp; click on the Sign option. <\/li><li>The notification stating DSC has been successfully updated shall appear on your screen. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DSC adheres to the\nutmost importance for an individual or company who intends to handle delicate\ndocumentation works online.&nbsp; DSC ensures\nend-to-end security while accessing encrypted services online and permits\nindividuals to sign the document electronically while dealing with legal or\nregistration-related matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, DSC is a must-have requirement that should be availed by all individuals, particularly working in a legal framework and dealt with documentation work quite frequently. Hopefully, from now onwards, you do not face any trouble while registering DSC on the GST common portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/procedure-for-registering-the-dsc-on-the-gst-common-portal\/\">Step by Step Procedure for Registering the DSC on the GST Common Portal<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you having trouble registering Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) on the GST common portal? Don&#8217;t worry; this guide will help you out. GST portal facilitates three different options for the authentication of users on its platform. These options include Digital Signature Certificate, Electronic Signature, and Electronic Verification Code. 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