Type of DSC & It's Uses
Class 2 DSC Signature
This DSC is most widely used and this certificate will be issued for both business personnel and private individual use. It can be used for ROC, MGNREGA (NIC), Income Tax e-filling, GST, EPFO, Banks, Auditor, DGFT IEC Code, PDF signing etc purpose.
Class 2 DSC Signature & Encryption
Class 2 Combo DSC contains Digital Signature Certificate and Encryption both. It can be used for eTendering, ROC MCA21 and all purpose as Class 2 DSC Signature.
Class 3 DSC Signature & Encryption
Class 3 DSC is highest level as it is issued only after applicant identity verification has been carried out by a Registration Authority. Class 3 DSC are needed for eTendering purpose specially in Railways. The aspects where this comes into play include:-
1. Contract downlaod.
2. Evaluation of Tenders.
3. Supplier registration.
4. Submission of Bid documents.