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CCA-Compliant · Licensed Certifying Authority PartnerFIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certified USB Token for Your Digital Signature Certificate
Every Digital Signature Certificate must be stored on a FIPS-certified hardware crypto token. Ours are plug-and-play, driverless, and accepted by every Certifying Authority in India — from GST and MCA filings to eTendering and ICEGate.
Token at a Glance
What Is a FIPS-Certified USB Token?
A FIPS-certified USB token is a small hardware device that stores your Digital Signature Certificate's private key inside a secure, tamper-resistant chip instead of on your computer's hard drive. "FIPS 140-2" is a US federal cryptography standard that Indian Certifying Authorities also rely on to decide which tokens are safe to hold a Class 3 DSC — so any token you use for signing government or business documents needs this certification.
The private key never leaves the chip. When you sign a document, log in to a portal, or file a return, the token performs the cryptographic operation internally and only sends back the result — which is what keeps your DSC safe even if the computer you're using is compromised.
Since July 2018, the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA) has made a FIPS-certified crypto token mandatory for every new DSC issued in India, regardless of which Certifying Authority signs it.
Why Your DSC Needs a FIPS Token
A few reasons a certified hardware token isn't optional for a valid Class 3 signature.
Mandatory Under CCA Rules
Certifying Authorities in India will only issue a DSC onto a token that carries valid FIPS 140-2 certification.
Private Key Never Leaves the Chip
Signing happens on-board the token, so the private key can't be copied, extracted, or exposed to malware.
Accepted Everywhere
Works across GST, MCA21, Income Tax e-filing, ICEGate, GeM, and every major eTendering portal.
Tamper-Resistant Hardware
The token's casing and chip are built to resist physical tampering, protecting against key extraction attempts.
No Software to Install
Plug-and-play drivers mean you're signing within minutes on a new computer, without manual setup.
Reusable Across Renewals
A working token can usually be reused when you renew your DSC — you don't need to buy a new one every cycle.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Certification | FIPS 140-2 Level 3, CCA-approved for DSC storage |
| Interface | USB 2.0 / USB-A, plug & play |
| Operating systems | Windows (32/64-bit), macOS, Linux |
| Key generation | On-chip RSA key pair, private key non-extractable |
| Cryptographic algorithms | RSA, SHA, 3DES/AES-based secure storage |
| Driver installation | Not required for supported OS versions |
| Certificate capacity | Supports Signature and Combo (Sign + Encrypt) certificates |
| Warranty | 1 year against manufacturing defects |
| In the box | 1 USB token, PIN/PUK details, quick-start guide |
Works With Every Major Filing Portal
GST Portal
Return filing & registration
MCA21
Company & LLP forms
ICEGate / DGFT
Shipping bills, IEC
eTendering / NSDL
Bids on government portals
Income Tax
Returns & audit reports
GeM
Purchase orders
Windows
7, 8, 10, 11 (32/64-bit)
macOS & Linux
Full driver support
Setting Up Your Token
From unboxing to your first digital signature in four steps.
Plug it in
Insert the USB token into any available USB port — no CD or manual driver install needed on supported systems.
Set your PIN
Use the default PIN from your quick-start guide to log in, then set a new PIN of your choice.
Load your DSC
Once your identity verification is approved, your Certifying Authority downloads the certificate directly onto the token.
Start signing
Use your token to sign on GST, MCA, ICEGate, or any portal that accepts a Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate.
Token Pricing
One-time cost, exclusive of applicable taxes
- ✓ FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified crypto token
- ✓ Compatible with every Indian Certifying Authority
- ✓ Free pan-India shipping
- ✓ 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects
- ✓ Setup support included with every DSC order
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