Oct 30, 2024
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) requires stakeholders to register their Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) on its portal using emSigner software. Below is a comprehensive guide on how to download, install, and activate emSigner on your computer to ensure seamless DSC registration.
1. Download emSigner for MCA
2. Install the emSigner Software
After downloading, find the emSigner.msi file in your downloads folder and double-click it to start the installation process.
3. Follow the Setup Wizard Instructions
Once the setup wizard launches, click on the Next button.
4. Choose the Destination Folder
Select your preferred installation folder and click Next to proceed.
5. Start the Installation
Click Install on the emSigner Setup page to begin the installation.
6. Complete the Installation
After installation completes, click the Finish button to exit the setup wizard.
7. Run emSigner as Administrator
Locate the emSigner icon on your desktop, right-click on it, and select Run as Administrator.
8. Start the emSigner Service
A pop-up will confirm the emSigner service has started. Click OK to proceed.
9. Verify Digital Signature Setup
If the installation is successful, the Digital Signature Signer window will appear.
10. Adjust Java Security Settings
Open the Start Menu and search for Java, or access it through the Control Panel.
11. Update Java’s Security Tab
In the Java Control Panel, switch to the Security tab and click Edit Site List.
Add the following site URL:
https://127.0.0.1:2015and click Add, then OK.
12. Enable JavaScript in Google Chrome
Open Google Chrome and click the menu icon (three vertical dots) in the upper-right corner.
Select Settings from the drop-down menu.
13. Modify Chrome’s Content Settings
Scroll to the bottom of the Settings page and click Advanced.
Under Privacy and Security, click Content Settings and then select JavaScript.
Click Add under the Allow section and enter the following:
https://127.0.0.1:2015Click Add again to confirm, then close Chrome.
14. Final Step: Activate emSigner for MCA
After completing the above steps, your emSigner software is fully installed and activated. You can now register your Digital Signature on the MCA portal and perform online transactions with ease.
Following these steps carefully ensures the successful installation and activation of emSigner. If you encounter any issues, make sure to check the configuration settings for both Java and Chrome, as these are crucial for emSigner to function properly.
Enjoy seamless operations with your Digital Signature Certificate on the MCA portal!
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