GST Orders on Portal Valid Without Visible Signature If Uploaded Using DSC: Gujarat HC

The Gujarat High Court has ruled that GST orders on the portal are valid without a visible signature if uploaded using a DSC (Digital Signature Certificate). This significant decision clarifies the legality of digitally signed tax orders in the GST regime. In the digital era, physical signatures are often replaced by DSCs for authentication. The court confirmed that if an order is electronically uploaded using a valid DSC, it is legally binding and authentic, even if a visible signature isn't displayed on the document itself. This promotes digital efficiency in tax administration.