Sign All Your Documents Online With ClearTax Sign
Updated on: May 11th, 2023
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Why Digital Signing is required
- Authenticates one’s identity electronically
- Absolute privacy of information shared through online transaction
- Sign / encrypt information such that only the intended recipient can read it
- Sender be assured that information is not changed in transit
- Verify your identity as sender
Which all documents need to be signed
- Tax invoices and related documents
- Register of transactions (Sauda book), Contract Notes
- HR Related Document – Offer Letter, Appointment letter, etc
- Vendor and Customer Agreements
- Other document which needs Authentication
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FAQs (Frequently asked Questions) on DSC
What is a DSC?
The electronic format of physical or paper certificate like a driving License, passport etc.
It can be presented electronically to prove your identity, to access information or services on the internet or to sign certain documents digitally.
Why do I need a digital signature?
Authenticates one’s identity electronically
Absolute privacy of information shared through online transaction
Sign / encrypt information such that only the intended recipient can read it
Sender be assured that information is not changed in transit
Verify your identity as sender
Are contracts signed digitally legally valid?
Yes, businesses can sign contracts digitally in India and they are enforceable in the Indian court of law.
As per Information Technology Act 2000 in India, Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) are legally valid in India.
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) are issued by licensed Certifying Authorities under the Ministry of Information Technology, Government of India as per the Information Technology Act.
Where can I apply for DSC?
Legally valid Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are issued only through a Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA), Govt. of India & licensed Registration Authorities (RA)
Which all documents need to be signed?
Tax invoice, credit note and debit note
Bill of supply, Receipt Voucher, Refund voucher, Payment Voucher and Delivery Challan
Register of transactions (Sauda book), Contract Notes
HR Related Document – Offer Letter, Appointment letter, Experience Letter, Form 16 etc.
Finance & Procurement – Vendor and Customer Agreements
Any other document which needs Authentication
Quick Summary
Digital signing is required to authenticate one's identity electronically, ensure absolute privacy of information shared online, sign/encrypt information for intended recipients, and verify the sender's identity. Documents like tax invoices, contracts, and HR-related papers need signing. Businesses in India can sign contracts digitally, which are legally valid. Licenses for digital signature certificates are issued by the Controller of Certifying Authorities. Cleartax Sign offers secure features for digital signing.
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