FAQ on DSC Registration & Digital Signature Update on GST Portal

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FAQ on DSC Registration & Digital Signature Update on GST Portal

1. What is DSC?

Ans – DSC stands for Digital Signature Certificate. All the Authorized Signatories will have registered DSCs. DSC is used to authenticate the Enrolment Application.

2. Is a DSC mandatory or applicable for me?

Ans – DSC is compulsory for all types of Companies & LLPs. Others may sign using DSC or e-sign.

3. Which DSC is permissible in GSTN?

Ans – DSC issued by any Indian Competent Authority is permissible in GSTN. But it should be registered with the GST system using Register/Update DSC service available.

4. What to do in case the DSC, I am trying to affix is not registered at the portal?

Ans – In case the DSC is not registered at the GST Common Portal, you must first get the DSC registered.

To register DSC, follow the steps mentioned in the User Manual available under the Help in Footer of the GST Common Portal.

5. How can I procure DSC?

Ans – Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) can be obtained directly from any Certifying Authorities (CAs) in India by filling requisite application form, attaching supporting documents, and payment of specified fees.

Certifying Authorities (CA) has been granted a license to issue a digital signature certificate under Section 24 of the Indian IT-Act 2000. One can procure Class 2 or 3 certificates from any of the certifying authorities.

• Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) “http://www.tcs-ca.tcs.co.in”

• National Informatics Center (NIC) “http://nicca.nic.in/”

• IDRBT Certifying Authority “http://idrbtca.org.in”

• SafeScrypt CA Services, Sify Communications Ltd. “http://mcacert.safescrypt.com”

• Code Solutions CA “https://www.ncodesolutions.com”

• E-MUDHRA “http://www.e-mudhra.com”

• What is Msigner why I need to download the same?

Msigner is the utility for enabling DSC you can download the same from the GST system portal. You need to download , right click on the icon and select run as administrator option.

7. Can I submit my Enrolment Application at GST Common Portal without electronically signing the application with DSC or E-sign?

Ans – Yes, you can submit the Enrolment Application at GST Common Portal without electronically signing the application but you need to sign the application after the appointed date to perform any activity on the GST Common Portal like filing returns. You can view the submitted application by accessing the Dashboard at the GST Common Portal.

8. Is electronically signing the Enrolment Application using the DSC mandatory for enrolment?

Ans – Electronically signing the Enrolment Application using DSC is mandatory for enrolment by Companies, Foreign Companies, Limited Liability Partnership (LLPs) and Foreign Limited Liability Partnership (FLLPs).

For other taxpayers, electronically signing using DSC is optional.

9. My DSC is not registered with the GST Common Portal? Will I be able to submit my Enrolment Application with my DSC? How can I register my DSC with the GST Common Portal?

Ans – You cannot submit the Enrolment Application if your DSC is not registered with the GST Common Portal. Therefore, you need to register your DSC at the GST Common Portal by clicking the Register DSC menu.

During registration of DSC with the GST Common Portal, the PAN of the DSC holder will be matched with the PAN database of the CBDT. After validation you need to select the certificate that you need to register.

Note: Only Class -2 or Class 3 DSC can be registered at the GST Common Portal.

10. While registering DSC in GST portal, I receive the message; “Failed to establish connection to the server”. How do I fix the error?

Ans – Before you register your DSC, you need to install the EM Signer utility. The utility can be downloaded from the Register DSC page. Please install the EM Signer utility and execute it. The steps to install the EM Signer utility are available under the System Requirements page accessible from the Help in the Footer.

Also, only Class 2 and Class 3 DSC are accepted at the GST Common Portal.

11. My DSC certificate is not listed in the EM signer web socket. What should I do?

Ans – Check if the DSC Certificate has expired. Also, only Class 2 and Class 3 DSC are accepted at the GST Common Portal.

FAQs on Update DSC

1. Can I submit my Enrolment Application at GST Common Portal without electronically signing the application with DSC or E-sign?

Yes, you can submit the Enrolment Application at GST Common Portal without electronically signing it but you need to sign the application at a later date within the time allowed under the GST Act. Only signed Enrolment Applications shall be considered for issue of Final Registration Certificate. You can view the submitted application after login by accessing “My Saved Applications” at the GST Common Portal.

2. Is electronically signing the Enrolment Application using the DSC mandatory for enrolment?

Electronically signing the Enrolment Application using DSC is mandatory for enrolment by Companies, Foreign Companies, Limited Liability Partnership (LLPs) and Foreign Limited Liability Partnership (FLLPs).

For other taxpayers, electronically signing using DSC is optional.

3. My DSC is not registered with the GST Common Portal? Will I be able to submit my Enrolment Application with my DSC? How can I register my DSC with the GST Common Portal?

You cannot submit the Enrolment Application if your DSC is not registered with the GST Common Portal. Therefore, you need to register your DSC at the GST Common Portal by clicking the Register DSC menu.

During registration of DSC with the GST Common Portal, the PAN of the DSC holder will be matched with the PAN database of the CBDT. After validation you need to select the certificate that you need to register.

Note: Only Class -2 or Class 3 DSC can be registered at the GST Common Portal.

4. My DSC is expired or revoked? What should I do?

You need to procure a DSC and update your DSC at the GST Common Portal. To register DSC, follow the steps mentioned in the User Manual available under the Help in Footer of the GST Common Portal.