I am practicing CA & need to certify MCA form.(CSR-1). What should we put in form at the place mentioned as Certificate of practice number?
I have also registered my DSC on MCA website as practicing professional but while pre scrutiny of form , error occurs as details of practicing professional not valid. Kindly enter valid membership number/ certificate of practice number.
09 July 2024
When certifying MCA forms as a practicing CA, you need to provide your Certificate of Practice (COP) number. Here’s how you can handle the issues you're facing:
### Certificate of Practice Number (COP)
1. **Certificate of Practice Number**: This refers to your unique registration number issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). It is typically a numeric code that identifies you as a practicing chartered accountant.
2. **Entering COP Number**: Ensure that you enter your COP number accurately in the designated field on the MCA form (in your case, CSR-1). This number verifies your status as a practicing professional.
### Issues with DSC Registration
If you encounter errors related to DSC registration while submitting the form, follow these steps:
1. **Verify DSC Registration**: Log in to the MCA portal and check the status of your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC). Ensure it is correctly registered under your profile.
2. **Update DSC Details**: If your DSC details have changed (such as expiration or renewal), update them on the MCA portal to reflect the current information.
3. **Technical Support**: If the error persists despite correct entry of your COP number and valid DSC registration, contact the technical support provided by the MCA portal. They can assist in resolving specific issues related to DSC authentication and form submission.
### Additional Tips
- **Browser Compatibility**: Ensure you are using a compatible and updated browser to avoid technical issues during form submission.
- **Clear Cache**: Sometimes, clearing your browser cache and cookies can resolve session-related issues on the MCA portal.
By carefully entering your COP number and verifying your DSC details, you should be able to certify the CSR-1 form successfully. If problems persist, reaching out to MCA technical support for further assistance is advisable.