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✅ What is a Digital Signature for Trademark Registration?

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is mandatory for filing trademark and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) applications online on the IP India Portal. As per the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (CGPDTM), only a Class 3 DSC is accepted for secure e-filing.

Whether you’re a business owner, trademark agent, or lawyer, a valid Certificate ensures:

• ✔ Legal validity of documents

• ✔ High-level data security

• ✔ Faster, paperless filing process

• ✔ Secure online trademark registration

✅ Types of Digital Signature for Trademark & IPR

For filing trademarks and patents online, you need a Class 3 DSC, available in the following types:

1️⃣ Class 3 DSC (Individual) – For proprietors, lawyers, and individuals.
2️⃣ Class 3 DSC (Organization) – For companies, firms, and LLPs.
3️⃣ Class 3 Combo DSC (Signing + Encryption) – For advanced legal and IPR filings.

✅ Documents Required

📌 For Individuals:

• PAN Card

• Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID

• Mobile Number & Email ID

📌 For Organizations:

• Company PAN Card

• Authorized Signatory PAN & Aadhaar

• GST Certificate

• Board Resolution / Authorization Letter

✅ Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Trademark DSC

Step 1: Choose Class 3 Signature (Individual / Organization)
Step 2: Submit required KYC documents
Step 3: Complete Aadhaar / Video verification
Step 4: Get DSC issued in a secure USB token
Step 5: Register DSC on the IP India Trademark Portal for filing

✅ Uses of Class 3 Digital Signature for Trademark & IPR

• ✔ Trademark Filing on IP India Portal

• ✔ Patent & IPR Registration

• ✔ MCA, GST, ITR e-filing

• ✔ eTendering, DGFT & ICEGATE

🚀 Why Choose API Infotech for Trademark DSC?

• ✅ Instant DSC issuance (within minutes)

• ✅ Free USB token & doorstep delivery

• ✅ Competitive pricing

• ✅ 24/7 expert support for IP India DSC registration

📞 Call / WhatsApp: 9784417276
📧 Email: apiinfotechindia@gmail.com
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❓ FAQs on DSC for Trademark & IPR

Q1. Which DSC is required for Trademark filing?
➡ A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate.

Q2. Can I file a Trademark without DSC?
➡ No, IP India mandates DSC for online applications.

Q3. How long does it take to get a DSC?
➡ With API Infotech, DSC is issued within minutes after verification.

Q4. Is one DSC valid for multiple uses?
➡ Yes, Class 3 DSC works for Trademark, MCA, GST, DGFT, ICEGATE, and eTenders.