E-Sign Documents
E-signed documents are files (usually PDFs) signed electronically using secure digital methods such as Aadhaar OTP, Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) or other eKYC-based verification. These signatures are legally valid and replace handwritten signatures for most business and official uses.
What is E-Signed Documents ?
E-Sign Documents means documents that are signed electronically instead of signing them with a pen on paper.
These signatures are done using digital methods such as Aadhaar OTP, Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), or any secure e-signing platform.
How It Works ?
A clear step-by-step flow to create, verify and deliver digitally signed documents.
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Upload or Generate Document
The document that needs a signature is created or uploaded on the platform (PDF, agreement, form, etc.).
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Enter Signer Details
Add signer’s name, email, phone number and Aadhaar number (if required).
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Send E‑Sign Request
The system sends a secure link to the signer by SMS or email.
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Signer Verifies Identity
To prove identity, signer verifies using one of the methods below:
- Aadhaar OTP
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC Token)
- eKYC-based verification
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Signer Reviews the Document
The signer can read the entire document before signing it.
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Signer Applies E‑Signature
After identity verification, the signature is placed digitally at the required location on the PDF.
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Document is Locked
Once signed, the document becomes tamper-proof. Any change after signing will break the signature.
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Signed Document is Delivered
Both sender and signer receive the digitally signed PDF which includes:
- Certificate details
- Signer’s identity
- Date & timestamp
- IP address and audit trail
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
E-signed documents are documents that are signed electronically instead of signing with a pen on paper.
The signer uses a secure digital method—such as Aadhaar OTP, Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), or any authorized e-sign service—to verify identity and apply a legally valid signature on the document.
E-Sign makes document signing fast, secure, and completely paperless. It allows users to sign from anywhere using Aadhaar OTP or DSC, while ensuring legal validity under the IT Act, 2000. With tamper-proof PDFs, instant verification, and no need for printing or scanning, E-Sign helps businesses save time, reduce costs, and speed up approval processes.
E-Sign documents are delivered instantly — usually within seconds after the signer completes verification.
The cost of e-sign depends on the provider, the signing method (Aadhaar OTP vs DSC), and the number of documents. Below are typical pricing models and example costs in India.
1. Per-Document E-Sign (Aadhaar-based)
- Typical range: ₹60–₹100 per document for small volumes.
- Volume discounts often apply (e.g., ₹80/document for 5+ docs, ₹60/document for 10+ docs).
2. Pay-as-You-Go (API / OTP / Virtual Sign)
- Per OTP / virtual sign: around ₹15 (example).
- Per Aadhaar/DSC e-sign via API: around ₹20–₹30 (example).
3. DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)
- DSC price varies by class and validity. Example: Class-3 DSC may cost ₹1,000–₹2,500 per year.
- Some providers charge extra for a physical token (USB) or combo certificates.
4. Subscription / Annual Plans
- Annual plans are common for businesses (example: ₹4,999/year for a limited number of signatures).
- Higher tiers offer more signatures, users, or enterprise features.
Important Notes
- These are example ranges — actual prices vary by provider and time.
- Taxes (GST) may apply on top of base prices.
- Aadhaar authentication costs charged to providers by UIDAI (providers may include this in the per-sign fee).
- For DSC-based signing you must purchase/renew DSCs separately.
If you want, I can fetch current pricing for specific Indian providers (eMudhra, Bharat eSign, etc.) and give an up-to-date comparison.
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