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Pricing Guide
A real breakdown of what affects Class 3 DSC pricing this year, with actual starting numbers, not a vague "contact us for pricing" page.
Search "DSC price" and you'll get answers ranging from ₹500 to ₹10,000+, which isn't inconsistency, it reflects genuinely different products. A Class 3 DSC's price depends on four independent factors: certificate type (Signing, Combo, DGFT, Document Signer), holder type (Individual or Organization), validity period (1, 2 or 3 years), and which Certifying Authority issues it, since eMudhra, Capricorn CA, vSign and SpeedSign each set their own rates within CCA guidelines.
Below are real current starting prices for each certificate type, the certificate cost only, USB token and support fees are separate line items covered further down.
Certificate-only cost, 1-year validity, lowest price currently available across our 4 partner CAs. Your exact price depends on which CA and validity you choose.
| Certificate type | Starting from | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| Signing DSC | ₹650 | MCA, GST, Income Tax, EPFO, ESIC, Trademark filings |
| Combo DSC (Signing + Encryption) | ₹1,400 | ICEGATE, GeM, CPPP eProcure, IREPS, e-Tendering |
| DGFT DSC | ₹1,700 | Import-export licensing and DGFT-linked filings |
| Document Signer (Class 2 tier) | ₹8,260 | Bulk, automated ERP/invoice signing |
The certificate itself is only part of the total. A working DSC also needs:
A USB crypto token, required to hold a Signing or Combo certificate (Document Signer certificates are delivered as .pfx files instead, no token needed). Genuine Class 3-compatible tokens from Wd Proxkey, InnaIT Precision or HypSecu start around ₹800.
Support and assistance, covering identity verification support, token setup, and driver installation, this varies by CA and validity but is a standard, disclosed line item, not a hidden charge.
GST, applicable additionally depending on the CA's billing structure for that specific product.
Longer validity costs more upfront but works out cheaper per year, and means less frequent renewal hassle.
Lower upfront cost, renew annually.
Higher upfront cost, but lower cost per year overall.
Because pricing depends on CA, certificate type, holder type and validity together, the only accurate way to see your real price is our instant calculator, it compares all 4 Certifying Authorities side by side for your specific requirement, rather than making you contact each one separately.
Compare SpeedSign, vSign, Capricorn CA and eMudhra rates for your specific certificate type, holder type and validity, instantly.
Rates are set individually by each Certifying Authority and can be revised from time to time. The starting prices above reflect current rates, use our pricing calculator for the exact live figure for your certificate type.
A Combo certificate includes both a Signing certificate and a separate Encryption certificate, effectively two certificates in one token, which is reflected in the price.
Yes, if you already own a working Class 3-compatible token, you may not need to buy a new one, your existing token can often be reused for a renewal or a new certificate.
No, doorstep delivery of your USB token is free, PAN India, there's no separate delivery charge added to your total.