DIN and DSC Explained: What Every Director Needs
Before you can sign incorporation forms, every director needs two things: a DIN and a DSC. Both are simple to obtain but easy to confuse.
DIN vs DSC
A DIN is a unique number that identifies you as a director. A DSC is a digital key that lets you sign documents electronically. You need the DSC to file, and the DIN to be recognised as a director.
How to get them
A DSC is issued by certified authorities after identity verification. A DIN is generally applied for through the incorporation filing itself for first-time directors.
Good to know
- A DSC usually has a validity period and must be renewed
- Keep your DIN and KYC updated
- Both are needed on an ongoing basis for filings
Frequently asked
Do I need both DIN and DSC?
Yes. The DSC signs your filings; the DIN identifies you as a director.
Does a DSC expire?
Yes, typically after a set validity period, after which it must be renewed.
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