{"id":54129,"date":"2023-03-29T17:51:54","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T12:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=54129"},"modified":"2026-02-07T12:16:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T06:46:59","slug":"how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Register DSC for Trademark Registration?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The term &#8220;DSC&#8221; typically refers to a Digital Signature Certificate, which is a type of electronic signature used to authenticate the identity of the signatory of an electronic document or application. When filing a trademark application, a DSC may be required for various purposes such as verifying the identity of the applicant or the authorized signatory of the application. In some countries, such as India, a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/dsc-registration\">Digital Signature Certificate<\/a> <\/strong>(DSC) is mandatory for filing trademark applications online. In this article we shall discuss about the process of registration of DSC for Trademark Registration.<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#What_Is_The_Concept_Of_Trademark_Registration\" >What Is The\nConcept Of Trademark Registration?<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Purpose_of_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\" >Purpose of DSC\nfor Trademark Registration<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Who_are_the_Certifying_Authorities_that_grant_DSC\" >Who are the\nCertifying Authorities that grant DSC?<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Talk_To_Expert\" >Talk To Expert<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Get_Expert_help_on_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\" >Get Expert help on DSC for Trademark Registration<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Process_to_Register_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\" >Process to\nRegister DSC for Trademark Registration:<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/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\/how-to-register-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/#Need-to-Know_Questions_About_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\" >Need-to-Know Questions About DSC for Trademark Registration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Concept_Of_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span>What Is The\nConcept Of Trademark Registration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s understand at first the concept of Trademark. A trademark is a\nsymbol, word, phrase, design, or combination of these elements that\ndistinguishes the goods or services of one company from those of another. It is\na form of intellectual property that helps consumers identify and distinguish\nthe source of a product or service from others in the marketplace. Trademarks\nare registered with a government agency, such as the United States Patent and\nTrademark Office (USPTO), and are typically renewable for as long as they are\nin use. Having a registered trademark provides legal protection against others\nusing a similar mark that could cause confusion among consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_of_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span>Purpose of DSC\nfor Trademark Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of requiring a DSC for Trademark Registration is to ensure the authenticity and integrity of the trademark application, and to prevent fraud and unauthorized access to sensitive information. By using a DSC, the trademark applicant can demonstrate that they are the genuine owner of the trademark, and that they have authorized the filing of the application. This helps to protect the interests of both the applicant and the trademark office, and helps to maintain the accuracy and reliability of the <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/trademark-registration\"><strong>trademark registration process<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_are_the_Certifying_Authorities_that_grant_DSC\"><\/span>Who are the\nCertifying Authorities that grant DSC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As per Section 24 of <strong>the Indian IT Act, 2000<\/strong><sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/eprocure.gov.in\/cppp\/rulesandprocs\/kbadqkdlcswfjdelrquehwuxcfmijmuixngudufgbuubgubfugbububjxcgfvsbdihbgfGhdfgFHytyhRtMjk4NzY=\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup> the Certifying Authorities that has the power to provide DSC Certificate to the applicant are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>E-Mudhra<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sify communications Ltd.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Informatics Centre\n(NIC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IDRBT Certifying Authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Talk_To_Expert\"><\/span>Talk To Expert<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"calling-person blog_cta my-4\"> \n    <div class=\"row\"> \n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-12\"> \n            <div class=\"d-flex flex-nowrap\"> \n                <div class=\"user-online\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/img\/user.jpg\" alt=\"corpbiz\"> <\/div> \n                <div class=\"user-online-details ms-3 align-self-center\"> \n                    <h2 class=\"text-white mt-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Expert_help_on_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span>Get Expert help on DSC for Trademark Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2> \n                    <p class=\"mt-3\"><i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i><i \n\n                            class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-star-half-full\"><\/i><span \n\n                            class=\"ms-2 text-white\">(4.8)<\/span><\/p> \n                <\/div> \n            <\/div> \n        <\/div> \n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-8 mx-auto\"> \n            <div class=\"d-flex justify-content-between call-chat\"> <a href=\"tel:919121230280\"> <span>Call Now \n\n            <\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ms-2\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/admin\/style\/images\/userfiles\/image\/new_call_icon.png\" \n\n                alt=\"Call With \" width=\"32px\"> \n        <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=919289379709&#038;text=Hi+Corpbiz,+I+am+looking+for+DSC+for+Trademark+Registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span>Chat With Us<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ms-2\" \n\n                src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/img\/chat-with-expert.png\" alt=\"Chat With \" width=\"32px\"> <\/a> <\/div> \n        <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Process_to_Register_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span>Process to\nRegister DSC for Trademark Registration:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to follow the below steps to register DSC for Trademark\nRegistration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 1: Obtain a DSC<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To add a DSC in\ntrademark registration, you will need to obtain a valid DSC from any authorized\ncertifying agency. The certifying agency will verify your identity and issue a\ndigital signature certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 2: Install the DSC on your computer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After obtaining the\nDSC, you will need to install it on your computer. The installation process may\nvary depending on the type of DSC you have obtained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 3: Login to the Trademark Registration Portal<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the official\nwebsite of the trademark registration portal and login to your account. If you\ndo not have an account, you will need to create one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 4: Select the Form<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the form for\nwhich you want to add the DSC. For example, if you want to file a new trademark\nregistration application, select the Form TM-A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 5: Fill in the Form<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill in the required\ndetails in the form. Make sure to fill in all the mandatory fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 6: Upload the Documents<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upload all the\nrequired documents along with the form. The documents may include proof of identity,\nproof of address, and any other relevant documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 7: Sign the Form<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the option to\nsign the form using the DSC. The system will prompt you to select the DSC that\nyou have installed on your computer. Select the DSC and enter the required PIN\nto complete the signing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 8: Submit the Form<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have signed\nthe form using the DSC, submit it online. The system will generate an\nacknowledgement receipt that you can download and keep for your records.<\/p>\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>In summary, to add a DSC in trademark registration, you need to obtain a valid DSC, install it on your computer, login to the trademark registration portal, select the form, fill in the form, upload the documents, sign the form using the DSC, and submit the form online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read<\/strong>:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/uses-of-class-2-class-3-dsc-for-trademark-registration\/\">An Insight On The Uses Of Class 2 &amp; Class 3 DSC For Trademark Registration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Need-to-Know_Questions_About_DSC_for_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span>Need-to-Know Questions About DSC for Trademark Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"saswp-faq-block-section\"><ol style=\"list-style-type:none\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>Is DSC Mandatory for Trademark Registration?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Yes, DSC is mandatory for Trademark Registration. You can file a Class 3 DSC on the portal.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What is a Signer ID in Trademark Registration?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">A Signer ID in trademark registration is a unique identifier that authenticates and digitally signs trademark documents using a generated OTP for e-KYC. It reduces the hurdles of manual filing.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What are the two types of DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Heat-flux DSC and Power Differential DSC are two types of DSC. The heat-flux measures the difference in sample and reference, whereas the Power differential measures the difference in power supplied to the sample and a reference.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What is the expiration validity of DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">A DSC is valid for 1 to 3 years. It depends on the DSC type you prefer. Once DSC expires, you must renew it to ensure legal compliance.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What is the cost of DSC in India?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The cost of DSC in India for Class 3 ranges between Rs. 800 and Rs. 6,000. This depends on the DSC validity and its usage. You can expect Rs. 1000 to Rs. 2000 for a basic 1-year certificate.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>Is there any verification fee for DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The verification fee for DSC is Rs.354 per Digital Signature Certificate. It includes a Rs. 300 verification fees with Rs. 54 for GST (18% is applicable), applied for DSC approval for pending, new, or renewal applications.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>How do I check if my DSC is active? If not, how do I activate DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">An applicant can check DSC status in a few steps:<br><br>&#8211; Insert the USB token into the computer<br>&#8211; Open the token management software<br>&#8211; View certificate details to confirm the \u201cValid from\u201d and \u201cValid till\u201d dates.<br><br><strong>You can activate your DSC in quick steps:<\/strong><br>Click on Settings > Security > Secure Login System<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What documents are required for DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">An applicant must have a few documents required for DSC. Have a quick look below:<br><br>&#8211; PAN card<br>&#8211; Aadhar card (mainly for KYC verification)<br>&#8211; Passport-photo<br>&#8211; Valid mobile number\/email ID for OTP verification.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>How much time does it take to register for DSC?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">DSC registration generally takes 15 minutes to 3 days. This timeline might vary depending on the verification method used. On the contrary, the traditional and document-heavy processes may take 3 to 7 business days.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>How to Register DSC on a Trademark site?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Following a few steps, an applicant can register DSC on a trademark site:<br><br>&#8211; Start by obtaining a valid DSC from a certified agency. It verifies your identity and issues a digital signature certificate.<br>&#8211; Now install DSC on your desktop; the installation for which might take time. It depends upon the DSC you have obtained.<br>&#8211; Log in to the account on the official website of the trademark registration portal.<br>Select the DSC form type. Fill in the required details, too.<br>&#8211; Uploading documents in the form to proceed further in the application.<br>&#8211; Click on the option to sign the form using DSC. The system will redirect to select the DSC installed on your desktop.<br>&#8211; Select the DSC and enter the required PIN to complete the signing process.<br>&#8211; Sign up for the form using the DSC, then submit the form online.<\/p><\/ul><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The term &#8220;DSC&#8221; typically refers to a Digital Signature Certificate, which is a type of electronic signature used to authenticate the identity of the signatory of an electronic document or application. 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