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Buy Class 3 DGFT Digital Signature Certificate Online

A DGFT DSC is specifically issued for use on the DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) portal — required for IEC applications, shipping bill signing, country of origin certificates, MEIS/SEIS applications, and advance authorization filings. It is mandatory for all import-export businesses operating in India.

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DGFT DSC
IEC-Bound Certificate
Validity Options
1, 2, 3 Years
Issuance Speed
2-4 Hours
Portal Access
DGFT & ICEGATE
Starting Price
₹1,999
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About DGFT DSC

What is a Class 3 DGFT Digital Signature Certificate?

A DGFT DSC is a special-category Class 3 Organisation DSC embedded with an additional DGFT-specific attribute (IEC code) that authorizes it for use on the DGFT portal and ICEGATE. It carries the same legal validity as a standard Class 3 DSC under the IT Act, 2000, but is uniquely bound to your import-export business identity.

Who needs a DGFT DSC?

Every business engaged in import-export operations in India — including manufacturers exporting goods, importers, merchant exporters, freight forwarders, and customs house agents. It is required for any entity holding or applying for an IEC (Import Export Code) and filing on the DGFT portal.

DGFT DSC vs Regular Class 3 DSC

A regular Class 3 Organisation DSC works on GST, MCA, and Income Tax portals but is NOT accepted on the DGFT portal. A DGFT DSC is specifically enabled for DGFT filings, ICEGATE, and foreign trade documentation — while also being valid for basic GST and MCA use.

Use Cases

Where You'll Use Your DGFT DSC

IEC Code Registration
Apply for a new Import Export Code (IEC) or modify existing IEC details on the DGFT portal with a valid DGFT DSC.
ICEGATE Filings
Sign shipping bills, bills of entry, and customs documents on the ICEGATE portal for import and export clearance.
Country of Origin Certificates
Digitally sign and submit Country of Origin (Preferential & Non-Preferential) certificates for export shipments.
MEIS / SEIS Applications
File Merchandise Export Incentive Scheme (MEIS) and Service Export Incentive Scheme (SEIS) applications for incentive claims.
Advance Authorization
Apply for Advance Authorization, EPCG, and Duty Drawback claims on the DGFT portal for duty-free import benefits.
DGFT e-BRC & IREPS
Sign electronic Bank Realization Certificates (e-BRC) and file on IREPS for railway procurement tenders.
Checklist

Documents Required for DGFT DSC

Authorized Signatory's Documents

  • Aadhaar Card of the applicant
  • PAN Card of the applicant
  • Registered Mobile Number (linked to Aadhaar)
  • Passport-size Photo (for video KYC)

Organisation Documents

  • IEC Certificate (mandatory)
  • Organisation PAN Card
  • GST Registration Certificate
  • Certificate of Incorporation / Firm Registration
  • Authorization Letter / Board Resolution
  • Bank Statement (for AD Code verification)
Process

How to Get Your DGFT DSC

1
Choose Validity
Select 1, 2, or 3 years for your DGFT DSC based on your business needs.
2
Submit Documents
Upload the applicant's Aadhaar/PAN, IEC certificate, and authorization letter.
3
Video Verification
Aadhaar OTP + video KYC of the authorized signatory, then DGFT DSC issued to your token.
Pricing

Class 3 DGFT DSC Pricing

All plans include Aadhaar eKYC verification and DGFT-specific attribute encoding. Prices shown are without token; with-token pricing available on request.

DGFT DSC

₹1999

Valid for 1 Year

  • Class 3 DGFT DSC
  • IEC-Bound Certificate
  • ICEGATE Compatible
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DGFT DSC

₹2,499

Valid for 2 Years

  • Class 3 DGFT DSC
  • IEC-Bound Certificate
  • Renewal Reminder
  • Priority Support
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DGFT DSC

₹2,999

Valid for 3 Years

  • Class 3 DGFT DSC
  • IEC-Bound Certificate
  • Best Value — Longest Validity
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Prices are inclusive of all taxes. Need bulk DGFT DSCs for multiple entities? Contact us for custom pricing.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A DGFT DSC is a Class 3 Organisation DSC specially enabled with your IEC (Import Export Code) attribute, authorizing it for filings on the DGFT and ICEGATE portals for foreign trade operations.
The DGFT portal specifically requires a DSC with the IEC attribute embedded. Regular Class 3 DSCs — even Organisation ones — do not carry this attribute and are rejected by DGFT.
Yes. If you file on the DGFT portal, you need a specific DGFT DSC. Your existing Organisation DSC will continue to work for GST, MCA, and Income Tax filings.
Once your IEC and organisation documents are verified along with authorized signatory eKYC, the DGFT DSC is typically issued within 2-4 hours.
No. Each DGFT DSC is bound to one IEC. If you handle multiple businesses with separate IECs, you need a separate DGFT DSC for each entity.
A fresh DGFT DSC must be issued in the new signatory's name or with the updated IEC. Existing DGFT DSCs cannot be transferred or modified — they must be revoked and reissued.

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