Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
GM Corporate has been a trusted and authorized Business Partner (BP) of leading Certificate Authorities such as eMudhra CA, Capricorn CA, ProDigiSign CA, PantaSign CA since 2010. We specialize in the issuance of Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates, DGFT Digital Signature Certificates, and Document Signer Certificates through both our online platform and branch offices located in Coimbatore, Tirupur, Erode, and Salem. With over 250,000 satisfied customers, we have established a strong network of more than 1,750 partners across India, consistently delivering reliable and secure digital certificate solutions.
The Information Technology Act, 2000 provides provisions for the use of Digital Signatures on documents submitted in electronic form, ensuring both the security and authenticity of electronically filed documents. By utilizing digital signatures, individuals and organizations can securely submit documents online, guaranteeing their integrity and verifying the identity of the signatory. This method offers a reliable and trusted approach to electronic document submission, in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
What is a Digital Certificate?
A Digital Certificate is an electronic document used to prove the ownership of a public key in a public-key infrastructure (PKI) system. It serves as an online identity for individuals, organizations, or devices, allowing them to securely interact in digital communications and transactions.
A digital certificate contains the following key elements:
- Public Key : The public part of the cryptographic key pair, which is used to encrypt data or verify digital signatures.
- Information about the Owner : Details such as the name of the individual or organization, email address, or domain name.
- Certifying Authority (CA) : The trusted entity that issues the certificate and digitally signs it to verify the authenticity of the public key.
- Digital Signature : The CA’s signature on the certificate, ensuring that the certificate is valid and hasn’t been tampered with.
The certificate ensures secure communication by verifying the identity of the certificate holder and enabling encryption or digital signing of documents. It is commonly used in securing websites (SSL/TLS certificates), email, and software applications.
What is a Digital Signature?
A Digital Signature is a cryptographic mechanism used to verify the authenticity, integrity, and non-repudiation of electronic documents or transactions. It functions like a virtual fingerprint, ensuring that the document has not been altered and confirming the identity of the signer.
A digital signature is created using a Private Key from a key pair, which is uniquely associated with the signer's identity. When a document is signed, the signature is generated by applying a mathematical algorithm to the document, creating a hash value that is then encrypted with the signer's private key.
To verify the signature, the recipient uses the corresponding Public Key to decrypt the hash value, ensuring the document's integrity and confirming that it has not been tampered with. This process also proves that the document was indeed signed by the individual holding the private key, offering a secure and legally recognized way to sign electronic documents.